Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $500 (33 Rentals)

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542 6th W St
$1,250 - $1,300
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542 6th W St

542 6th W StErie, PA 16507
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326 W 8th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

326 W 8th St

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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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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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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403w9th
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

403w9th

403 W 9th StErie, PA 16502
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301w8th
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

301w8th

301 W 8th StErie, PA 16502
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462 W 6th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

462 W 6th St

462 W 6th StErie, PA 16507
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West Erie, Erie, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Erie Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Erie area of Erie, PA is a Studio unit found at The Bowie Apartments priced from $750. Lovell Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $927. Here are the most affordable West Erie apartments for rent in Erie, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Bowie Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$750
Lovell Place1B1B1BR,1BA$927
716 Sassafras Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Erie, PA

As of May 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Erie area is the $0.87 price per square foot 446 W 7th St Model at 446 W 7th St, Unit 1st Floor in the in the Frontier neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value West Erie apartment is the 657 W 8th St Model at 657 W 8th St, Unit 1 starting at $1,095 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Frontier neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Erie apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
446 W 7th St, Unit 1st Floor446 W 7th St3BR,1BA$0.87
657 W 8th St, Unit 1657 W 8th St3BR,1BA$1.10
542 6th W St542 6th W St2BR,1BA$1.40
725 Chestnut St, Unit 5725 Chestnut St2BR,1BA$1.06
Lovell Place1B1B1BR,1BA$1.16
223 W 16th St, Unit 2223 W 16th St1BR,1BA$1.40
The Bowie Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.97
716 Sassafras Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.71

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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West Erie, Erie, PA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Erie Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in West Erie?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Erie is under $950.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Erie?

The cheapest apartment in West Erie is Lovell Place which is listed at $927, while the average apartment in West Erie costs $1,230.

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 Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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