
Cheap Homes for Rent in Erie, PA from $500 (9 Rentals)
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Erie, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Erie?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Erie 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,276 | $875 | $2,150 |
Erie 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,820 | $1,400 | $2,400 |
Erie 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,059 | $500 | $4,000 |
Erie 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,140 | $4,140 | $4,140 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Erie, PA
Pricing Updated: 03/24/2025Current apartment rentals in the Erie, PA area range in price from $425 to $2,575 with an overall median price of $1,463. The three Erie neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Suburban Erie at $555, Burton Diehl at $555, and East Erie at $425. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Erie Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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East Suburban Erie | $893 | $555 | 916 |
Burton Diehl | $1,200 | $555 | 2790 |
East Erie | $1,200 | $425 | 504 |
Southeast Erie | $1,297 | $425 | 1740 |
East Side Bay Lights | $1,300 | $425 | 1183 |
Hammermill | $1,300 | $425 | 2141 |
Central Eastside | $1,395 | $425 | 2204 |
East Bayfront | $1,395 | $425 | 1863 |
Downtown Erie | $1,400 | $425 | 1798 |
Marvintown | $1,400 | $425 | 2172 |
Cheapest Available Erie Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Erie, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Willow Commons Apartments in the East Suburban Erie neighborhood priced from $538. University Gate in the East Suburban Erie neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $620. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Erie apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Willow Commons Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $538 |
University Gate | 4 Bed Upgraded | 4BR,2BA | $620 |
Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Erie, PA
As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Erie 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 Erie apartment is the 3 Bedroom Small Model at Brookwood Village starting at $1,395 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the South East Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Erie 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 |
Brookwood Village | 3 Bedroom Small | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
435 E 27th St, Unit 435 | 435 E 27th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.04 |
University Gate | 3 Bed upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $0.62 |
448 E 27th St, Unit 1stFloor | 448 E 27th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
121 E 29th St, Unit #2 | 121 E 29th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
Shoreline Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Willow Commons Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.60 |
642 E 7th St, Unit 2 | 642 E 7th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.06 |
435 Halley St, Unit 2 | 435 Halley St | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Erie
What type of rentals are currently available in Erie?
There are currently 276 Apartments for Rent in Erie, PA with pricing that ranges from $425 to $2,575. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Erie ranging from $500 to $4,140.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Erie?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Erie ranges from $500 to $4,140 with an average monthly rent of $2,008.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Erie?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Erie range from $560 to $2,134, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $2,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $555.
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.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting
Written by: Trey Huguley
When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.