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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Eastside Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $500 (30 Rentals)
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329 E 26th St
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254 W 9th St
EriePA16501
810 Hess Ave
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from $7502 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
125 Parade St, Unit 125 Parade St Appt 2
125 Parade StErie, PA 16507
710 W 26th St
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Plymouth Apartments
604-608 Chestnut StErie, PA 16502
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Cider Mill Apartments
5200 Henderson RdErie, PA 16509
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Northview Heights Apartments
2324 E 43rd StErie, PA 16510
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from $8502 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 23
2706-2 Buffalo Rd, Unit 2
2706-2 Buffalo RdErie, PA 16510
239 E 10th St
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Central Eastside, Erie, PA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Eastside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Eastside Studio Apartments | $797 | $695 | $900 |
| Central Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,026 | $530 | $1,655 |
| Central Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,243 | $675 | $2,900 |
| Central Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $975 | $1,756 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Eastside Neighborhood of Erie, PA.
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Cheapest Available Central Eastside Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Eastside area of Erie, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Willow Commons Apartments priced from $538. Lighthouse Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Central Eastside apartments for rent in Erie, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Commons Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $538 |
| Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Cider Mill Apartments | Spacious 1 BD 1 BA 04 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Northview Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Bowie Apartments | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| 716 Sassafras Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Eastside, PA
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Eastside area is the $0.64 price per square foot 330 Sassafras St Model at 330 Sassafras St, Unit 2 in the in the Frontier neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Central Eastside apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Willow Commons Apartments starting at $538 with a $0.60 price per square foot in the East Suburban Erie neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Eastside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 330 Sassafras St, Unit 2 | 330 Sassafras St | 3BR,2BA | $0.64 |
| Willow Commons Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| Harborcreek Senior Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Northview Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Cider Mill Apartments | Renovated 1 BD 1 BA 09 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 708 W 34th St, Unit 708 | 708 W 34th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 125 Parade St, Unit 125 Parade St Appt 2 | 125 Parade St | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 716 Sassafras Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| The Bowie Apartments | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $2.37 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Central Eastside Neighborhood in Erie, PA
Walk Score®
69 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Eastside Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Eastside?
The cheapest apartment in Central Eastside is Willow Commons Apartments which is listed at $538, while the average apartment in Central Eastside costs $1,395.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Eastside?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Central Eastside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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