Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Downtown Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $500 (35 Rentals)

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Mid City Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mid City Towers

12 E Ninth StErie, PA 16501
Senior Living
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440-444 W 9th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

440-444 W 9th St

440-444 W 9th StErie, PA 16502
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326w8th
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

326w8th

326 W 8th StErie, PA 16502
Student Housing

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Highpoint Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Highpoint Towers

2314 Sassafras StErie, PA 16502
Senior Living
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Heritage Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heritage Apartments

2547 W 8th StErie, PA 16505
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403w9th
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

403w9th

403 W 9th StErie, PA 16502
Student Housing

Outer Downtown Erie, Erie, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer Downtown Erie Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Downtown Erie area of Erie, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Landmark Square Apartments priced from $700. The Bowie Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Outer Downtown Erie apartments for rent in Erie, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Landmark Square Apartments1 Bedroom Basement1BR,1BA$700
The Bowie ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
Park Row Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$850
Laurel Springs ApartmentsStudio Apartments with Walk-in Shower - 378Studio,1BA$850
716 Sassafras Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$900
Lovell Place1B1B1BR,1BA$935

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Downtown Erie, PA

As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer Downtown Erie area is the $1.00 price per square foot 532 Lincoln Ave Model at 532 Lincoln Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Frontier neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Outer Downtown Erie apartment is the 636 W 17th St Model at 636 W 17th St, Unit #1 starting at $1,250 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Frontier neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Downtown Erie apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
532 Lincoln Ave, Unit 1532 Lincoln Ave2BR,1BA$1.00
636 W 17th St, Unit #1636 W 17th St3BR,1BA$0.93
340 W 24th St, Unit #2340 W 24th St2BR,1BA$0.89
1158 Brown Ave, Unit 11158 Brown Ave3BR,1BA$0.63
808 W 2nd St, Unit One808 W 2nd St2BR,2BA$1.30
2420 Plum St, Unit 2422 Plum2420 Plum St3BR,1BA$1.00
923 Walnut St, Unit 3923 Walnut St2BR,1BA$0.94
Lovell Place1B1B1BR,1BA$1.17
Park Row Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.13
909 W 17th St, Unit A909 W 17th St2BR,1BA$1.21

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Outer Downtown Erie, Erie, PA

Ranked #7

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Pennsylvania and customized analysis for Erie, Pennsylvania. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Downtown Erie Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer Downtown Erie?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer Downtown Erie is at The Bowie Apartments listed at $800.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Downtown Erie Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Downtown Erie Apartment is $700 at Landmark Square Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Downtown Erie Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Downtown Erie is starting from $800 at Landmark Square Apartments.

What is the most affordable Outer Downtown Erie Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Outer Downtown Erie Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Landmark Square Apartments and starts from $1,050.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!