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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Downtown Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $500 (26 Rentals)
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Plymouth Apartments
604-608 Chestnut StErie, PA 16502
254 W 9th St
EriePA16501
1532 Lehigh St
EriePA16509
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from $795Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 22
Laurel Springs Apartments
4711 Springview DriveErie, PA 16509
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from $800Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Bowie Apartments
16 W 10th StErie, PA 16501
354 W 7th St
EriePA16502
2406 Peach St
EriePA16502
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from $8752 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 15
3611 Maple St, Unit 3609 Maple St.
3611 Maple StErie, PA 16508
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4516 Allegheny Rd, Unit LECOM - Main Bedroom
4516 Allegheny RdErie, PA 16509
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Downtown Erie Studio Apartments | $866 | $795 | $900 |
| Outer Downtown Erie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $952 | $650 | $1,842 |
| Outer Downtown Erie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,274 | $775 | $2,191 |
| Outer Downtown Erie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,337 | $1,100 | $1,575 |
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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. The Bowie Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Outer Downtown Erie apartments for rent in Erie, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Lane Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Bowie Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Lovell Place | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $939 |
| Modern Tool Square | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Downtown Erie, PA
As of July 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer Downtown Erie area is the $0.69 price per square foot 1248 W 10th St Model at 1248 W 10th St in the in the Frontier neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Outer Downtown Erie apartment is the 328 E 6th St Model at 328 E 6th St starting at $1,150 with a $0.79 price per square foot in the Downtown Erie 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1248 W 10th St | 1248 W 10th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.69 |
| 328 E 6th St | 328 E 6th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| 1032 W 30th St, Unit 1032 W 30th | 1032 W 30th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| 3806 Blossom Terrace | 3806 Blossom Terrace | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Modern Tool Square | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 725 Chestnut St, Unit 7 | 725 Chestnut St | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Lovell Place | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Maple Lane Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 435 W 29th St, Unit 2 | 435 W 29th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| The Bowie Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.11 |
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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?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Downtown Erie Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Outer Downtown Erie?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer Downtown Erie is under $1,300.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Downtown Erie?
The cheapest apartment in Outer Downtown Erie is Maple Lane Apartments which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Outer Downtown Erie costs $1,337.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer Downtown Erie?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 101 regular apartments in Outer Downtown Erie that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Written by: Marie Brown
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