Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Downtown Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $500 (38 Rentals)

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326w8th
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

326w8th

326 W 8th StErie, PA 16502
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Mid City Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mid City Towers

12 E Ninth StErie, PA 16501
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440-444 W 9th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

440-444 W 9th St

440-444 W 9th StErie, PA 16502
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Plymouth Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Plymouth Apartments

604-608 Chestnut StErie, PA 16502
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Highpoint Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Highpoint Towers

2314 Sassafras StErie, PA 16502
Senior Living

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Heritage Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heritage Apartments

2547 W 8th StErie, PA 16505
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403w9th
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

403w9th

403 W 9th StErie, PA 16502
Student Housing
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Outer Downtown Erie, Erie, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer Downtown Erie Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Downtown Erie area of Erie, PA is a Studio unit found at 326w8th priced from $625. Park Row Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Outer Downtown Erie apartments for rent in Erie, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
326w8thStudioStudio,1BA$625
Park Row Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
The Bowie Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$800
Laurel Springs ApartmentsStudio Apartments with Walk-in Shower - 378Studio,1BA$850
Presque Isle Condominiums1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
716 Sassafras Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Downtown Erie, PA

As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Downtown Erie area is the $1.00 price per square foot 532 Lincoln Ave Model at 532 Lincoln Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Frontier neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Outer Downtown Erie apartment is the 1158 Brown Ave Model at 1158 Brown Ave, Unit 2 starting at $750 with a $0.63 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
532 Lincoln Ave, Unit 1532 Lincoln Ave2BR,1BA$1.00
1158 Brown Ave, Unit 21158 Brown Ave3BR,1BA$0.63
3611 Maple St, Unit 3611 Maple St.3611 Maple St2BR,1BA$0.78
405 State St, Unit 20405 State St1BR,1BA$1.22
725 Chestnut St, Unit 7725 Chestnut St2BR,1BA$1.09
923 Walnut St, Unit 3923 Walnut St2BR,1BA$0.94
Lovell Place1B1B1BR,1BA$1.16
909 W 17th St, Unit A909 W 17th St2BR,1BA$1.21
Presque Isle Condominiums1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.31
Park Row Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.15

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Outer Downtown Erie, Erie, PA

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Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Pennsylvania and customized analysis for Erie, Pennsylvania. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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 $900.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Downtown Erie?

The cheapest apartment in Outer Downtown Erie is Park Row Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Outer Downtown Erie costs $1,315.

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 7 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

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!