Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wilkes-Barre, PA from $500 (24 Rentals)
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94 Wyoming St

486 Hazle St

632 N Main St

Provincial Towers

175 Old River Rd

151 Old River Rd

247 Plymouth Ave
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240 S Welles St

Emunah Manor Apartments

205 Firwood Ave

365 E South St

207 Firwood Ave

University Commons - Off- Campus Student
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Parkway Manor

469 Northampton St
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Wilkes-Barre, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilkes-Barre?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Wilkes-Barre Studio Apartments | $756 | $500 | $925 |
Cheap Wilkes-Barre 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,448 | $800 | $3,269 |
Cheap Wilkes-Barre 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,614 | $950 | $3,735 |
Cheap Wilkes-Barre 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $1,200 | $2,950 |
Cheap Wilkes-Barre 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $1,200 | $1,799 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wilkes-Barre, PA
Pricing Updated: 05/18/2025Current apartment rentals in the Wilkes-Barre, PA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Wilkes-Barre Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Laurel Run | $2,000 | $725 | 10 |
Cheapest Available Wilkes-Barre Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wilkes-Barre, PA is a Studio unit found at Parkway Manor in the Wilkes Barre Township neighborhood priced from $650. Provincial Towers in the Wilkes Barre Township neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wilkes-Barre apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Parkway Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
Provincial Towers | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Emunah Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
Cedar Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Wilkeswood | 1x1 Medium | 1BR,1BA | $1,390 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilkes-Barre, PA
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wilkes-Barre area is the $0.93 price per square foot 155 Main St Model at 155 Main St, Unit 155 in the in the Wilkes Barre neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Wilkes-Barre apartment is the 370 Winola Ave Model at 370 Winola Ave, Unit 370 starting at $1,275 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Wilkes Barre neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wilkes-Barre apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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155 Main St, Unit 155 | 155 Main St | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
370 Winola Ave, Unit 370 | 370 Winola Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
376 Miller St, Unit Half Double | 376 Miller St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
220 Carey Ave | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
292 Academy St, Unit 292 2nd Fl | 292 Academy St | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
75 Wesley St, Unit 1 | 75 Wesley St | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Cedar Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Provincial Towers | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
Emunah Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Parkway Manor | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.30 |
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Wilkes-Barre Overview
A thriving, bustling city that has gone from strength to strength and has recently been through a stunning revitalization that has brought beauty, tourism and commerce to the area. With a walk-to-everything layout it’s the perfect place for apartment living with shops, restaurants and more all within easy reach.
Why live in Wilkes-Barre, PA?
Wilkes Barre is the ideal city to be in while living in an apartment. The city center has been revitalized to give you easy walking access to all the comforts of modern living from apartments in the city itself along with excellent transport ties to the thriving business districts that offer employment opportunities with national and global companies. In the last ten years the city’s motto has become “I Believe” with residents and leaders coming together to realize a vision of a culturally diverse, thriving and economically prosperous city, well deserving of its place at the fore of Pennsylvanian politics and industry.
Best Local Schools in Wilkes-Barre, PA
Daniel J Flood El School
G.A.R. Memorial Middle School
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Getting Around Wilkes-Barre, PA
Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wilkes-Barre Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilkes-Barre Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilkes-Barre Apartment is $800 at Parkway Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wilkes-Barre Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wilkes-Barre is starting from $950 at Parkway Manor.
What is the most affordable Wilkes-Barre Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wilkes-Barre Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Emunah Manor Apartments and starts from $1,599.
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