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540 W 8th St #540-1, Erie, PA 16502, USA

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About 540 W 8th St #540-1

HomeApartments in Erie 540 W 8th St #540-1, Erie, PA 16502, USA

540 W 8th St #540-1 cost $800 per month. Located at 540 W 8th St #540-1, Erie, PA 16502, USA, this unit is a studio andhas 1 bathroom. Based on the average rent price of studio in Erie, renting this apartment is 7% more expensive per month.Other available apartments to lease near Erie around the same price include but are not limited to: 1022 W 30th St #2, 7860 W Ridge Rd #1, 134 W 26th St #B


Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 540 W 8th St, Erie, PA 16502, USA compares to other nearby properties.

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Zip code16502
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Rent trends in Erie

studio apartments at 540 W 8th St #540-1 cost about 7% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in Erie.

Median rents as of May 16 2026.
Erie
A table of studio rental data trends in Erie
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$753
July 2024$821
August 2024$850
September 2024$777
October 2024$727
November 2024$714
December 2024$812
January 2025$825
February 2025$798
March 2025$814
April 2025$846
May 2025$843
June 2025$782
July 2025$803
August 2025$820
September 2025$795
October 2025$780
November 2025$690
December 2025$781
January 2026$785
February 2026$811
March 2026$856
April 2026$868
May 2026$791

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Rent history

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 540 W 8th St, Erie, PA.
2 months ago$800Studio1 bath
7 months ago$7001 bed1 bath
11 months ago$8001 bed1 bath
1 year ago$7001 bed1 bath
1 year ago$6751 bed1 bath
1 year ago$7751 bed1 bath
2 years ago$6751 bed1 bath
4 years ago$5251 bed1 bath
6 years ago$4801 bed1 bath

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Getting around Erie near 540 W 8th St #540-1

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 540 W 8th St #540-1, Erie

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Other units at this address

540 W 8th St Erie, PA

Occupied

540-2

Studio

1 Bath

$800

Listed by 538-40 W 8th St - 540 - 2
Days on market: 136
2nd Floor Apartment Studio, 1 bathroom Resident Utilities: Electric Street Parking/Back Lot Qualifications: Security Deposit and First Month's Rent due before Move In Online Application Required $25 | Screen Report Optional $32 Proof of Income Requirements | Valid ID | Renter's Insurance Required No Pets | | No Prior Evictions

Occupied

2

1 Bed

1 Bath

$480

Listed by O'Brien House
Days on market: 2359
Everything you need and nothing you don't. Bright second level Studio Apartment , Gas, water, sewer & trash included, electric separate. Off street parking. No pet no smoking building. Close to downtown, Erie Insurance, LECOM Bayfront Campus and Gannon. $480.00 per month/security deposit is the same. Email for additional information, for faster response supply phone number and I will text you back.

Occupied

3

1 Bed

1 Bath

$575

Listed by O'Brien House
Days on market: 2474
1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment on 2nd floor with large eat in kitchen and family room. Gas, water, sewer and trash included, electric is tenants responsibility. Off street parking available. No pets, no smoking. Security deposit equal to one months rent. Email to schedule a showing, please include name and contact info.

Occupied

2STUDIO

1 Bed

1 Bath

$690

Listed by Mark
Days on market: 213
Bright and sunny second-floor Studio apartment with most utilities (water, sewer, garbage and heat) included- tenant pays their own electric. Features lots and lots of windows and includes all window treatments, including floor-to-ceiling windows in the kitchen/dining area. Comes equipped with a four-burner electric stove with oven, refrigerator. The bathroom has a walk-in shower. The apartment is warm, clean, spacious, and filled with natural light. Conveniently located close to Gannon University, Erie Insurance, UPMC and the Courthouse. Please note, this is a no-pet, no-smoking unit, single occupancy unit, and Section 8 is not accepted. If it's listed, it's available-do not message me to ask if it's available. Your income must be verifiable, and you must make 3x the monthly rent for consideration. All information is included in the ad. Please call or text 814/790-0642 to set up an individual showing.

Occupied

1

1 Bed

1 Bath

$700

Listed by Mark
Days on market: 410
Unit #1/Charming efficiency apartment in Victorian-era Italianate Mansion. This is a 504 sq ft second level unit. Within walking distance to Gannon, Erie Insurance, and Erie County Courthouse. Open concept with mini-style kitchenette (no oven), full sized refrigerator, two burner stainless stove with stainless steel backsplash, and granite countertop. Kitchenette has closet-style bifold doors which can totally hide it off from living area making the space multi-functional! Large bedroom and bath with walk in shower, living room and bedroom areas have original architectural windows which bring in great sunlight! Coordinating window treatments are standard and included on all windows. New cohesive flooring throughout. This is a non-smoking, pet free apartment available for single person occupancy. Off street parking can be made available. Gas is included (heat and hot water) along with water, trash removal and sewer- you pay for your own electric and internet services only. Air conditioning can be made available. There is a deposit per key, annual city inspection fee, and an application process- credit and background check along with an interview. Convenient laundromat located within one block.

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