Question 1

What is the average rent in Erie, PA?

Accepted Answer

The average rent in Erie, PA is $1,258/mo across 35 active listings. A 2-bedroom typically runs around $1,258/mo. Prices vary significantly by neighborhood - use RentLemon to compare your specific address against local comps.

Question 2

Are rentals in Erie, PA overpriced?

Accepted Answer

Based on 35 scored listings, 37% of Erie, PA rentals are overpriced relative to local market benchmarks. That said, 26% are great deals and another 17% are good deals - 43% of the market is at or below fair value if you know where to look. RentLemon scores every listing against neighborhood-adjusted medians so you can tell which is which before you apply.

Question 3

What is the price range for rentals in Erie, PA?

Accepted Answer

Rentals in Erie, PA currently range from $725–$2,680. The spread reflects the mix of unit types and neighborhoods - studios and shared units anchor the low end, while large multi-bedroom homes in premium neighborhoods drive the high end.

Question 4

What is the cheapest neighborhood in Erie, PA?

Accepted Answer

Millcreek is currently the most affordable area in our Erie, PA sample. Prices shift month to month as new listings enter the market, so check the neighborhood index above for the latest fair-price estimates across every area we track.

Unit type	Median	25th pct	75th pct	Listings
Studio	$1,425	$1,200	$1,705	15
1 Bedroom	$1,005	$895	$1,185	20

Neighborhood	ZIP	Studio	1BR	2BR	3BR	4BR	vs city avg	Listings
Bayfront	16507	~$1,425	~$1,005	—	—	—	—	1 · limited data
Downtown Erie	16501	~$1,425	~$1,005	—	—	—	—	2 · limited data
East Bayfront	16511	~$1,425	~$1,005	—	—	—	—	2 · limited data
East Side	16503	~$1,425	~$1,005	—	—	—	—	1 · limited data
Greengarden	16506	$1,425	$1,005	—	—	—	—	7
Harborcreek	16510	~$1,425	~$1,005	—	—	—	—	3 · limited data
Little Italy	16504	~$1,425	~$1,005	—	—	—	—	1 · limited data
Millcreek	16508	~$1,425	~$1,005	—	—	—	—	1 · limited data
South Erie	16509	$1,425	$1,005	—	—	—	—	11
West Bayfront	16505	~$1,425	~$1,005	—	—	—	—	2 · limited data
West Side	16502	~$1,425	~$1,005	—	—	—	—	2 · limited data

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