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- Spacious kitchen
- Lots of storage
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242 W 8th St, Erie, PA 16501, USA
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| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $750 /mo | 1 unit available | Lovely 1 bedroom student apartment available in August. Lots of space and charm in this bright and inviting space. 1st floor. Tenant is responsible to put electric in their name. Gas water and sewer, and garbage are paid by landlord and billed back per tenant. |
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About 242 West 8th Street
Lovely 1 bedroom student apartment available in August. Lots of space and charm in this bright and inviting space. 1st floor. Tenant is responsible to put electric in their name. Gas water and sewer, and garbage are paid by landlord and billed back per tenant.
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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 242 West 8th Street compares to other nearby properties.
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Erie
1-bedroom apartments at 242 West 8th Street cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Erie.
Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Erie
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $735 |
| January 2024 | $760 |
| February 2024 | $767 |
| March 2024 | $721 |
| April 2024 | $745 |
| May 2024 | $652 |
| 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 | $712 |
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Can I afford to live at 242 W 8th St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-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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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Erie near 242 W 8th St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
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
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 242 W 8th St, Erie
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some 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
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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Family Dollar
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