Cheapest apartments & houses for rent in Erie County, PA
The median gross rent in Erie County is $851 — 1% above the Pennsylvania state median. It ranks #36 of 67 counties for affordability.
Median rent$851
1-bedroom$657
2-bedroom$898
3-bedroom$960
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How to find the cheapest rent in Erie County
- Target the $657–$898 range. That spans typical 1- and 2-bedroom rents here, so anything well under it is a genuine deal.
- Compare nearby counties. Rents can swing a lot across a county line — the list below shows cheaper options within Pennsylvania.
- Look off-peak. Winter months (Nov–Feb) usually bring the lowest asking rents and the most negotiable landlords.
- Check income-based options. If rent here runs high, HUD-supported and income-restricted units can cut costs substantially.
Cheaper counties near Erie County
- Cameron County$657
- Sullivan County$688
- Cambria County$700
- Somerset County$704
- Elk County$707