
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Suburban Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $400 (75 Rentals)
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424 W 8th St, Unit 1

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1601 Liberty St, Unit FrontUp, Unit FrontUp

The Bowie Apartments

361 W 22nd St

Carleton Court Apartments

3116 Peach St, Unit Apt 2

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322 Wallace St, Unit #2, Unit #2

1831 W Grandview Blvd

457 W 5th St, Unit 2nd Floor, Unit 2nd Floor
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457 W 5th St

1619 Chestnut St

16 W 10th St

627 E 13th St

Modern Tool Square

Laurel Springs Apartments

Presque Isle Condominiums

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731 W 4th St, Unit 729, Unit 729

953 W 17th St, Unit Up Stairs B, Unit Up Stairs B

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1035 W 36th St, Unit 2, Unit 2
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Alpine Village Apartments

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The Reserve at Millcreek

1610 Poplar St, Unit downstairs

Landmark Square Apartments

716 Sassafras Apartments

Shoreline Apartments

1543-1553 W Grandview Blvd

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1129 Brown Ave, Unit # 1, Unit # 1

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3611 Maple St, Unit 1st floor, Unit 1st floor

725 Chestnut St, Unit 5, Unit 5
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1017 W 5th St

305 Cascade St, Unit 305

817 W 2nd St

Willowood Village Apartments & Townhomes

1104 W 8th St, Unit 2

Lovell Place

Royal Villa Apartments

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333 W 6th St

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239 W 16th St, Unit 4, Unit 4

333 W 6th St
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416 Cascade St

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106 Parade St, Unit 1, Unit 1

3603 Maple St

360 W 7th St

422 W 10th St

825 Chestnut St

919 Plum St

440 W 10th St

1245 W 9th St

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1216 W 31st St, Unit B, Unit B
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West Suburban Erie, Erie, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Suburban Erie?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Suburban Erie Studio Apartments | $879 | $695 | $1,085 |
| West Suburban Erie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,043 | $645 | $1,725 |
| West Suburban Erie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,385 | $675 | $3,270 |
| West Suburban Erie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,188 | $455 | $2,365 |
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Cheapest Available West Suburban Erie Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Suburban Erie area of Erie, PA is a Studio unit found at The Bowie Apartments priced from $695. Carleton Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $715. Here are the most affordable West Suburban Erie apartments for rent in Erie, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bowie Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Carleton Court Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $715 |
| Park Row Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| West Ridge Towers | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Presque Isle Condominiums | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Reserve at Millcreek | Efficiency B | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Suburban Erie, PA
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Suburban Erie area is the $0.28 price per square foot 630 E 6th St Model at 630 E 6th St, Unit 2nd flr in the in the Downtown Erie neighborhood starting from $455. The second greatest value West Suburban Erie apartment is the 547 W 5th St Model at 547 W 5th St, Unit West 5th 547 starting at $1,200 with a $0.89 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 630 E 6th St, Unit 2nd flr | 630 E 6th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 547 W 5th St, Unit West 5th 547 | 547 W 5th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| 3611 Maple St, Unit 1st floor | 3611 Maple St | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| 953 W 17th St, Unit Up Stairs B | 953 W 17th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.74 |
| 457 W 5th St, Unit 2nd Floor | 457 W 5th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 239 W 16th St, Unit 4 | 239 W 16th St | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| 1129 Brown Ave, Unit # 1 | 1129 Brown Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 2505 Poplar St, Unit 1st Fl | 2505 Poplar St | 3BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 1601 Liberty St, Unit FrontUp | 1601 Liberty St | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| Park Row Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in West Suburban Erie, Erie, PA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Suburban Erie Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Suburban Erie?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Suburban Erie is at The Bowie Apartments listed at $695.
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 $750 at Park Row Apartments.
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 $895 at West Ridge Towers.
Expert Rental Resources
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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Written by: Bob Mallory
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