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419 Oregon Ave

205 Pennsylvania Ave

2219 Chestnut St

1843 W Grandview Blvd, Unit #1 Northwest

506 E 14th St

658 E 25th St

230 Wallace St

642 W 10th St

1538 W 45th St
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625 W 22nd St
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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 | $1,122 | $750 | $1,800 |
Erie 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,649 | $1,150 | $2,100 |
Erie 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,027 | $500 | $4,000 |
Erie 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Erie, PA
Pricing Updated: 04/26/2025Current apartment rentals in the Erie, PA area range in price from $425 to $2,900 with an overall median price of $1,415. The three Erie neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Suburban Erie at $555, East Erie at $425, and Burton Diehl at $555. 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 | $914 | $555 | 18 |
East Erie | $1,150 | $425 | 8 |
Burton Diehl | $1,270 | $555 | 38 |
Central City | $1,275 | $425 | 36 |
Downtown Erie | $1,275 | $425 | 36 |
St Mary | $1,275 | $425 | 36 |
East Side Bay Lights | $1,290 | $425 | 29 |
Greater Kahkwa | $1,300 | $575 | 21 |
East Bayfront | $1,395 | $425 | 34 |
Bayfront | $1,400 | $425 | 27 |
Cheapest Available Erie Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Erie, 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 apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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University Gate | 4 Bed Upgraded | 4BR,2BA | $620 |
Willow Commons Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $645 |
Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Maple Lane Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Erie, PA
As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Erie area is the $1.00 price per square foot 330 Sassafras St Model at 330 Sassafras St, Unit 2 in the in the Frontier neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Erie apartment is the 628 E 6th St Model at 628 E 6th St, Unit 1 starting at $475 with a $0.29 price per square foot in the Downtown Erie 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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330 Sassafras St, Unit 2 | 330 Sassafras St | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
628 E 6th St, Unit 1 | 628 E 6th St | 1BR,1.5BA | $0.29 |
416 E 3rd St, Unit 2nd floor | 416 E 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $0.28 |
Lena Court | Townhouse with Full Basement | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
532 E 22nd St, Unit 1 | 532 E 22nd St | 3BR,1BA | $0.71 |
1008 W 7th St, Unit 2nd Floor | 1008 W 7th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.77 |
University Gate | 3 Bed upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $0.62 |
Willow Commons Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.72 |
Shoreline Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
826 W 4th St, Unit 2 | 826 W 4th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Erie
What type of rentals are currently available in Erie?
There are currently 282 Apartments for Rent in Erie, PA with pricing that ranges from $425 to $2,900. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Erie ranging from $500 to $4,000.
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 $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,203.
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 $1,150 to $2,100. 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.

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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.