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North East, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available North East Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in North East, PA is a 4 Beds unit found at University Gate in the East Suburban Erie neighborhood priced from $620. Carleton Court Apartments in the West Suburban Erie neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $715. Here is today’s list of the most affordable North East apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Gate4 Bed Upgraded4BR,2BA$620
Carleton Court Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$715
Lighthouse Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$750
The Meadows1 bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Maple Lane Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North East, PA and Nearby

As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the North East area is the $0.94 price per square foot Three Bedroom Townhome - A Model at Granite Ridge Apartments in the starting from $1,225. The second greatest value North East apartment is the 3 Bed upgraded Model at University Gate starting at $630 with a $0.62 price per square foot in the East Suburban Erie neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Granite Ridge ApartmentsThree Bedroom Townhome - A3BR,1.5BA$0.94
University Gate3 Bed upgraded3BR,2BA$0.62
Shoreline Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.94
The Meadows2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.18
Maple Lane Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.21
Northview Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.31
Lighthouse Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.15
Cider Mill ApartmentsRenovated 1 BD 1 BA 091BR,1BA$1.70
The Reserve at MillcreekOne Bedroom A – Electric Included1BR,1BA$1.74
716 Sassafras Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.06

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Getting Around North East, PA

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Car-Dependent

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Bike Score®

34 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North East Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North East?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North East is at Carleton Court Apartments listed at $715.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North East Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North East Apartment is $750 at Lighthouse Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North East Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North East is starting from $670 at University Gate.

What is the most affordable North East Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap North East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at University Gate and starts from $630.

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