
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central City Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $500 (6 Rentals)
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Central City, Erie, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Central City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,065 | $700 | $1,700 |
Central City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,840 | $1,400 | $2,400 |
Central City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,695 | $500 | $3,750 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central City Neighborhood of Erie, PA.
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Cheapest Available Central City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central City area of Erie, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Lighthouse Apartments priced from $750. Modern Tool Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Central City apartments for rent in Erie, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Modern Tool Square | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Cider Mill Apartments | Spacious 1 BD 1 BA 04 | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, PA
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $0.28 price per square foot 416 E 3rd St Model at 416 E 3rd St, Unit 1st flr in the in the Downtown Erie neighborhood starting from $425. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the 435 E 27th St Model at 435 E 27th St, Unit 435 starting at $1,200 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Glenwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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416 E 3rd St, Unit 1st flr | 416 E 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $0.28 |
435 E 27th St, Unit 435 | 435 E 27th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.04 |
448 E 27th St, Unit 1stFloor | 448 E 27th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
915 W 2nd St, Unit 2 | 915 W 2nd St | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
121 E 29th St, Unit #2 | 121 E 29th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
405 State St, Unit 405 | 405 State St | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
414 E 23rd St, Unit Downstairs | 414 E 23rd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
642 E 7th St, Unit 2 | 642 E 7th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Cider Mill Apartments | Renovated 1 BD 1 BA 09 | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central City
What type of rentals are currently available in Central City?
There are currently 163 Apartments for Rent in Central City, PA with pricing that ranges from $425 to $2,095. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central City ranging from $500 to $3,750.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central City ranges from $500 to $3,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,312.
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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