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Highlights

  • Convenient location
  • Hardwood floors throughout

Location

608 Chestnut St, Erie, PA 16502, USA
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Management

TPL INVESTMENTS LLC

Leasing office

(814) 323-0069

Property Overview

608 Chestnut Street is rated highly overall, with strong marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, suggesting solid value and convenience. It stands out for its convenient location, hardwood floors throughout, strong value per square foot, and a lively nearby scene with many restaurants and cultural destinations within walking distance.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 608 Chestnut Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 608 Chestnut Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1/11 bed1 bath650 sqft$750–$785 /mo

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Amenities for 608 Chestnut Street

Apartment Amenities

CarpetCeiling Fan
Hardwood Floor

Appliances

Refrigerator

Building

Smoke-free
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant.

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REQUIRED FEES

Admin Fee

One-time.

$50

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About 608 Chestnut Street

HomeApartments in Erie 608 Chestnut Street

Bright 1 bed, 1 bath third-floor apartment near downtown Erie and the Millionaire’s Historic District. Features hardwood floors throughout, large windows with abundant natural light, secure coded building access, and basement laundry. Convenient location close to hospitals, downtown employers, restaurants, and main roads. Tenant pays gas and electric. Owner pays water, sewer, trash, and lawn care.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 608 Chestnut Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 608 Chestnut Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 608 Chestnut Street
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
608 Chestnut Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
608 Chestnut Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including smoke-free. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 608 Chestnut Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
608 Chestnut Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 608 Chestnut Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
608 Chestnut Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

608 Chestnut Street is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 96 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 60 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

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 608 Chestnut Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 120 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1.5 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.8 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 0.8 miles away
Distance from transit
More than 1.6 miles from public transportation
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Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Erie

1-bedroom apartments at 608 Chestnut Street cost about 14% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Erie.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Erie
A table of studio rental data trends in Erie
MonthMedian Rent
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$797
June 2026$768
July 2026$765
August 2026$762
September 2026$755
October 2026$700

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$30,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $30,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $750.
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Getting around Erie near 608 Chestnut St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample 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 608 Chestnut St, Erie

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 608 Chestnut St

Sammy's Food Mart & Deli
717 Liberty St
Haider Al Jayashi State Market
1027 State St
U K Supermarket
1105 Parade St
New Sara's Market
460 E 12th St
International Market & Delicatessen
962 Brown Ave

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