
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $400 (17 Rentals)
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642 E 9th St

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501 E 7th St, Unit 3

213 Wallace St

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322 Wallace St, Unit #2
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556-58 E 5th St

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814 E 10th St, Unit 2

2672 Myrtle St

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805 Hess Ave, Unit 2

817 Hess Ave, Unit up
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2538 Hope Dr, Unit 1

1048 E 4th St

St James Manor

Jefferson Apartments

3309 State St
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Willow Commons Apartments

626 E 23rd St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Erie?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Erie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,021 | $455 | $1,498 |
| Southeast Erie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,048 | $700 | $1,824 |
| Southeast Erie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,228 | $850 | $1,545 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southeast Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA.
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Cheapest Available Southeast Erie Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Erie area of Erie, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Willow Commons Apartments priced from $704. Northview Heights Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $840. Here are the most affordable Southeast Erie apartments for rent in Erie, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Commons Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $704 |
| Northview Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| 509 Dunn Blvd | Spacious 2 Bed / 1.5 bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Erie, PA
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Erie area is the $0.30 price per square foot 416 E 3rd St Model at 416 E 3rd St, Unit 2nd floor in the in the Downtown Erie neighborhood starting from $455. The second greatest value Southeast Erie apartment is the 1117 E 9th St Model at 1117 E 9th St, Unit 2 starting at $900 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the East Suburban Erie neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Erie apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 416 E 3rd St, Unit 2nd floor | 416 E 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 1117 E 9th St, Unit 2 | 1117 E 9th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 805 Hess Ave, Unit 2 | 805 Hess Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 509 Dunn Blvd | Spacious 2 Bed / 1.5 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Willow Commons Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| 322 Wallace St, Unit #2 | 322 Wallace St | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| Lovell Place | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 817 Hess Ave, Unit up | 817 Hess Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 814 E 10th St, Unit 2 | 814 E 10th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 501 E 7th St, Unit 3 | 501 E 7th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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3.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Erie Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Erie Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Erie Apartment is $704 at Willow Commons Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southeast Erie Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southeast Erie is starting from $900 at 509 Dunn Blvd.
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