Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $500 (22 Rentals)

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238 W 6th St

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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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301w8th
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

301w8th

301 W 8th StErie, PA 16502
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403w9th
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

403w9th

403 W 9th StErie, PA 16502
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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 326w8th priced from $650. The Bowie Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable West Erie apartments for rent in Erie, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
326w8thStudioStudio,1BA$650
The Bowie ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
716 Sassafras Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$900
Lovell Place1B1B1BR,1BA$955

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Erie, PA

As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Erie area is the $0.75 price per square foot 916 W 9th St Model at 916 W 9th St, Unit West in the in the Frontier neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value West Erie apartment is the 225 W 18th St Model at 225 W 18th St, Unit 2 starting at $900 with a $0.90 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.
916 W 9th St, Unit West916 W 9th St2BR,1BA$0.75
225 W 18th St, Unit 2225 W 18th St3BR,1BA$0.90
542 6th W St, Unit 2542 6th W St1BR,1BA$1.55
Lovell Place1B1B1BR,1BA$1.18
1619 Myrtle St, Unit Myrtle#21619 Myrtle St2BR,1BA$1.28
457 W 8th St, Unit 1st floor front #1457 W 8th St1BR,1BA$1.07
The Bowie ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.11
716 Sassafras Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.57

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Erie, Erie, PA

Ranked #6

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the West Erie Neighborhood in Erie, PA

Walk Score®

84 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

47 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Erie Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Erie?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Erie is at 326w8th listed at $650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Erie Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Erie Apartment is $900 at 716 Sassafras Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Erie Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Erie is starting from $1,316 at Lovell Place.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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