Cheap Homes for Rent in Erie County, PA from $500 (12 Rentals)

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property at 803 E 36th St

803 E 36th St

EriePA16504
property at 2219 Chestnut St

2219 Chestnut St

EriePA16502

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property at 1538 W 45th St

1538 W 45th St

EriePA16509

Cheapest Available Erie County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Erie County, PA is a 4 Beds unit found at University Gate in the East Suburban Erie neighborhood priced from $620. Willow Commons Apartments in the East Suburban Erie neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $645. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Erie County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Gate4 Bed Upgraded4BR,2BA$620
Willow Commons ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$645
The Meadows1 bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Lighthouse Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$750
West Ridge Towers1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Erie County, PA

As of April 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Erie County area is the $0.29 price per square foot 628 E 6th St Model at 628 E 6th St, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Erie neighborhood starting from $475. The second greatest value Erie County apartment is the 416 E 3rd St Model at 416 E 3rd St, Unit 2nd floor starting at $425 with a $0.28 price per square foot in the Downtown Erie neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Erie County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
628 E 6th St, Unit 1628 E 6th St1BR,1.5BA$0.29
416 E 3rd St, Unit 2nd floor416 E 3rd St1BR,1BA$0.28
Granite Ridge ApartmentsThree Bedroom Townhome - A3BR,1.5BA$0.94
532 E 22nd St, Unit 1532 E 22nd St3BR,1BA$0.71
1008 W 7th St, Unit 2nd Floor1008 W 7th St2BR,1BA$0.77
University Gate3 Bed upgraded3BR,2BA$0.62
Willow Commons ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.72
Westgate Apartments2 Bed2BR,1.5BA$0.92
Shoreline Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.94
826 W 4th St, Unit 2826 W 4th St2BR,1BA$0.94

Frequently Asked Questions about Erie County

What type of rentals are currently available in Erie County?

There are currently 348 Apartments for Rent in Erie County, PA with pricing that ranges from $555 to $5,500. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Erie County ranging from $500 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Erie County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Erie County ranges from $500 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,262.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Erie County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Erie County range from $560 to $3,535, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $2,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $555.

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