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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Bayfront Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $500 (22 Rentals)
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254 W 9th St
EriePA16501
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Plymouth Apartments
604-608 Chestnut StErie, PA 16502
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426 E 13th St
EriePA16503
2406 Peach St
EriePA16502
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The Bowie Apartments
16 W 10th StErie, PA 16501
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West Bayfront, Erie, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Bayfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Bayfront Studio Apartments | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| West Bayfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $991 | $695 | $1,626 |
| West Bayfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,232 | $850 | $1,928 |
| West Bayfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,358 | $1,200 | $1,575 |
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There are currently 22 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. The Bowie Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. 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 |
| The Bowie Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Lovell Place | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $941 |
| Modern Tool Square | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Bayfront, PA
As of July 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Bayfront area is the $0.75 price per square foot 1248 W 10th St Model at 1248 W 10th St in the in the Frontier neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value West Bayfront apartment is the 435 E 27th St Model at 435 E 27th St, Unit 435 starting at $1,300 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Glenwood 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1248 W 10th St | 1248 W 10th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 435 E 27th St, Unit 435 | 435 E 27th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 725 Chestnut St, Unit 7 | 725 Chestnut St | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Modern Tool Square | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Lovell Place | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 401 Parade St, Unit 1 | 401 Parade St | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| The Bowie Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.37 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Bayfront, Erie, PA
Ranked #19
Among neighborhoods in Erie, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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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 $1,075.
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 $1,300.
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 10 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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