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254 W 9th St
EriePA16501
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633 W 26th St, Unit 633 and a half #1
633 W 26th StErie, PA 16508
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604-608 Chestnut StErie, PA 16502
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735 W 26th St
EriePA16508
710 W 26th St
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125 Parade St, Unit 125 Parade St Appt 2
125 Parade StErie, PA 16507
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337 W 6th St
EriePA16507
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239 E 10th St
EriePA16503
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West Bayfront, Erie, PA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Bayfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Bayfront Studio Apartments | $840 | $695 | $925 |
| West Bayfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,017 | $600 | $1,409 |
| West Bayfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,281 | $700 | $2,900 |
| West Bayfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,294 | $800 | $2,030 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Bayfront Neighborhood of Erie, PA.
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Cheapest Available West Bayfront Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Bayfront area of Erie, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Lighthouse Apartments priced from $750. Maple Lane Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable West Bayfront apartments for rent in Erie, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Maple Lane Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Bowie Apartments | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Modern Tool Square | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Bayfront, PA
As of May 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Bayfront area is the $0.64 price per square foot 330 Sassafras St Model at 330 Sassafras St, Unit 2 in the in the Frontier neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value West Bayfront apartment is the 2114 Cherry St Model at 2114 Cherry St, Unit 502 Realty LLC starting at $1,250 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Frontier neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Bayfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 330 Sassafras St, Unit 2 | 330 Sassafras St | 3BR,2BA | $0.64 |
| 2114 Cherry St, Unit 502 Realty LLC | 2114 Cherry St | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Modern Tool Square | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Maple Lane Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 125 Parade St, Unit 125 Parade St Appt 2 | 125 Parade St | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| The Bowie Apartments | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $2.37 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Bayfront, Erie, PA
Ranked #22
Among neighborhoods in Erie, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the West Bayfront Neighborhood in Erie, PA
Walk Score®
65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
37 / 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 West Bayfront Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Bayfront?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Bayfront is under $925.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Bayfront?
The cheapest apartment in West Bayfront is Lighthouse Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in West Bayfront costs $1,285.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Bayfront?
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 2 regular apartments in West Bayfront that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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