Aerial view of Erie, Pennsylvania bayfront and Bicentennial Tower at dusk

Building Our Community.
Local Ownership.
Long-Term Commitment.

Family-owned real estate development, residential rentals, and self-storage solutions serving Erie, Pennsylvania for over five decades.

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Years of Family Real Estate Experience
Residential Rentals

Residential Rentals

Quality apartment communities and rental properties throughout Northwest Erie designed for long-term comfort and convenience.

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Self Storage

Self Storage

Secure, accessible storage solutions with 24/7 access for homeowners, businesses, and families.

How It Works

Why Great Lakes Development?

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Our Values

The Principles That Have Guided Our Family Business For Over Forty Years.

Long-Term Ownership

We invest in properties for the long run and take pride in maintaining them for future generations.

Community Commitment

Our roots in Erie guide every decision we make and every property we improve.

Quality & Integrity

We focus on dependable service, well-maintained properties, and lasting relationships.

Erie Community Lifestyle

Why Us

Why Choose Great Lakes Development

When you rent an apartment or lease a storage unit from us, you're not dealing with an out-of-state corporation. You're working with an Erie family invested in your satisfaction.

  • Family-Owned Since Day One
  • Local Erie Expertise
  • Responsive Property Management
  • Safe & Well-Maintained Properties
  • Convenient Locations
  • Trusted By Generations Of Tenants

Testimonials

Trusted By Our Tenants

"We have had an amazing experience with Great Lakes Development. After renting for 2 years, we are proudly renewing for a 3rd year after always receiving prompt responses to any issues, wonderful staff, and the best neighbors we could ask for. Great Lakes Development has created the neighborhood and community of my dreams, and I'm pleased to be renting from them."

Julia A.
Residential Tenant

"It's been a great experience living in my apartment, and you guys have been great landlords."

David M.
Residential Tenant

"Well-kept properties and responsive maintenance staff!"

Megan H.
Residential Tenant

"My fiancé and I have been renting from Great Lakes Development LLC for four years. The house is great, and the property is well maintained. The staff is responsive, friendly, and timely. We currently have no plans to leave!"

Jordan H.
Residential Tenant

"Efficient management team, clean storage units, well-lit and easy to access."

Craig L.
Storage Tenant

"We rented a storage unit for over 12 years with "A Store Lock" & love everything about it! From the staff to security surveillance, we need assurance our items are well protected, to the unit itself, such a great experience!"

Noelle T.
Storage Tenant

"The rates are very competitive and are actually better than other storage facilities!"

Mary E.
Storage Tenant

"The units themselves are well maintained, extremely clean, and very spacious!"

Thomas D.
Storage Tenant

"We have had an amazing experience with Great Lakes Development. After renting for 2 years, we are proudly renewing for a 3rd year after always receiving prompt responses to any issues, wonderful staff, and the best neighbors we could ask for. Great Lakes Development has created the neighborhood and community of my dreams, and I'm pleased to be renting from them."

Julia A.
Residential Tenant

"It's been a great experience living in my apartment, and you guys have been great landlords."

David M.
Residential Tenant

"Well-kept properties and responsive maintenance staff!"

Megan H.
Residential Tenant

"My fiancé and I have been renting from Great Lakes Development LLC for four years. The house is great, and the property is well maintained. The staff is responsive, friendly, and timely. We currently have no plans to leave!"

Jordan H.
Residential Tenant

"Efficient management team, clean storage units, well-lit and easy to access."

Craig L.
Storage Tenant

"We rented a storage unit for over 12 years with "A Store Lock" & love everything about it! From the staff to security surveillance, we need assurance our items are well protected, to the unit itself, such a great experience!"

Noelle T.
Storage Tenant

"The rates are very competitive and are actually better than other storage facilities!"

Mary E.
Storage Tenant

"The units themselves are well maintained, extremely clean, and very spacious!"

Thomas D.
Storage Tenant

"We have had an amazing experience with Great Lakes Development. After renting for 2 years, we are proudly renewing for a 3rd year after always receiving prompt responses to any issues, wonderful staff, and the best neighbors we could ask for. Great Lakes Development has created the neighborhood and community of my dreams, and I'm pleased to be renting from them."

Julia A.
Residential Tenant

"It's been a great experience living in my apartment, and you guys have been great landlords."

David M.
Residential Tenant

"Well-kept properties and responsive maintenance staff!"

Megan H.
Residential Tenant

"My fiancé and I have been renting from Great Lakes Development LLC for four years. The house is great, and the property is well maintained. The staff is responsive, friendly, and timely. We currently have no plans to leave!"

Jordan H.
Residential Tenant

"Efficient management team, clean storage units, well-lit and easy to access."

Craig L.
Storage Tenant

"We rented a storage unit for over 12 years with "A Store Lock" & love everything about it! From the staff to security surveillance, we need assurance our items are well protected, to the unit itself, such a great experience!"

Noelle T.
Storage Tenant

"The rates are very competitive and are actually better than other storage facilities!"

Mary E.
Storage Tenant

"The units themselves are well maintained, extremely clean, and very spacious!"

Thomas D.
Storage Tenant

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions regarding our storage facilities and rentals.

We are a family-owned Erie company providing quality residential rentals, commercial properties, and A Store Lock self-storage.

Our Location

Conveniently Located In Erie, Pennsylvania

Our A Store Lock self-storage facility is at 1754 W. 16th Street in Erie. Our rental properties are located throughout Northwest Erie, from south of West 6th Street to the Bayfront.

Great Lakes Development community

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Whether you're searching for a new apartment or secure storage space, our team is here to help.