Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Downtown Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $500 (21 Rentals)
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Plymouth Apartments

254 W 9th St

710 W 26th St

Laurel Springs Apartments

2406 Peach St
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The Bowie Apartments

4516 Allegheny Rd, Unit LECOM - Main Bedroom
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Outer Downtown Erie, Erie, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Downtown Erie?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Outer Downtown Erie Studio Apartments | $868 | $795 | $925 |
Outer Downtown Erie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,033 | $750 | $1,450 |
Outer Downtown Erie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,260 | $850 | $1,900 |
Outer Downtown Erie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,225 | $900 | $1,575 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Downtown Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA.
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Cheapest Available Outer Downtown Erie Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Downtown Erie area of Erie, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Maple Lane Apartments priced from $800. 716 Sassafras Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Outer Downtown Erie apartments for rent in Erie, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Maple Lane Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
716 Sassafras Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Modern Tool Square | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Downtown Erie, PA
As of June 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer Downtown Erie area is the $1.52 price per square foot 3806 Blossom Terrace Model at 3806 Blossom Terrace in the in the West Suburban Erie neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Outer Downtown Erie apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Modern Tool Square starting at $1,300 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Frontier neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Downtown Erie apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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3806 Blossom Terrace | 3806 Blossom Terrace | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Modern Tool Square | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
951 W 21st St, Unit 1 | 951 W 21st St | 3BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Maple Lane Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
716 Sassafras Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
4516 Allegheny Rd, Unit LECOM - Main Bedroom | 4516 Allegheny Rd | 1BR,1BA | $6.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOuter Downtown Erie, Erie, PA
Ranked #13
Among neighborhoods in Erie, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Outer Downtown Erie Neighborhood in Erie, PA
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Downtown Erie Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Downtown Erie Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Downtown Erie Apartment is $800 at Maple Lane Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Downtown Erie Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Downtown Erie is starting from $1,300 at Modern Tool Square.
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