Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Suburban Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $500 (36 Rentals)

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254 W 9th St

EriePA16501

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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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3309 State St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3309 State St

3309 State StErie, PA 16508
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326w8th
1 Bedroom Apartments

326w8th

326 W 8th StErie, PA 16502
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West Ridge Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Ridge Towers

5040 W Ridge RdErie, PA 16506
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Highpoint Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Highpoint Towers

2314 Sassafras StErie, PA 16502
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Heritage Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heritage Apartments

2547 W 8th StErie, PA 16505
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West Suburban Erie, Erie, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Suburban Erie Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Suburban Erie area of Erie, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at West Ridge Towers priced from $795. 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 Suburban Erie apartments for rent in Erie, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
West Ridge Towers1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$795
Maple Lane Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$800
The Reserve at MillcreekOne Bedroom A1BR,1BA$850
Shoreline Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$850
The Bowie ApartmentsStudio BStudio,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Suburban Erie, PA

As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Suburban Erie area is the $1.07 price per square foot Townhouse with Full Basement Model at Lena Court in the in the West Suburban Erie neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value West Suburban Erie 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 Suburban Erie apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lena CourtTownhouse with Full Basement2BR,1.5BA$1.07
2114 Cherry St, Unit 502 Realty LLC2114 Cherry St3BR,1BA$1.25
Shoreline Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.94
610 W 19th St, Unit 2610 W 19th St3BR,1BA$1.27
501 E 7th St, Unit 4501 E 7th St3BR,1BA$1.07
342 W 21st St, Unit 3342 W 21st St2BR,1BA$0.97
718 Walnut St, Unit 718 Walnut Street Apmt 3718 Walnut St1BR,1BA$1.11
Maple Lane Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.21
The Reserve at MillcreekOne Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1.48
West Ridge Towers1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.60

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Suburban Erie, Erie, PA

Ranked #25

Among neighborhoods in Erie, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Pennsylvania including West Suburban Erie, Erie, and the greater Erie area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the West Suburban Erie Neighborhood in Erie, PA

Walk Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

4 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Suburban Erie Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Suburban Erie Apartment is $795 at West Ridge Towers.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Suburban Erie is starting from $850 at Shoreline Apartments.

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