Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $600 (4 Rentals)

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Downtown Erie, Erie, PA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Erie, PA

As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Erie area is the $0.44 price per square foot 826 W 10th St Model at 826 W 10th St, Unit Front unit in the in the Frontier neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Downtown Erie apartment is the 630 E 6th St Model at 630 E 6th St, Unit 2nd flr starting at $465 with a $0.28 price per square foot in the Downtown Erie neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Erie apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
826 W 10th St, Unit Front unit826 W 10th St2BR,2BA$0.44
630 E 6th St, Unit 2nd flr630 E 6th St3BR,1BA$0.28
1008 W 7th St, Unit 2nd Floor1008 W 7th St2BR,1BA$0.77
819 Cherry St, Unit 819 Cherry St.819 Cherry St3BR,1BA$0.86
237 W 21st St, Unit 3237 W 21st St3BR,1BA$0.98
329 1/2 E. 26th St.,, Unit 329 12 E. 26th329 1/2 E. 26th St.,2BR,1BA$0.70
Lighthouse Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.15
Cider Mill ApartmentsRenovated 1 BD 1 BA 091BR,1BA$1.70
125 Parade St, Unit 125 Parade St Appt 2125 Parade St2BR,1BA$1.42
821 W 26th St, Unit 2821 W 26th St1BR,1BA$1.30

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Erie

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Erie?

There are currently 177 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Erie, PA with pricing that ranges from $465 to $2,900. There are also 17 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Erie ranging from $675 to $2,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Erie ranges from $675 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,264.

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