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Wilkes-Barre, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wilkes-Barre, PA

Pricing Updated: 04/13/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Laflin$950$9501
Laurel Run$2,014$50039

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkway ManorStudioStudio,1BA$650
Provincial Towers1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$975
Emunah Manor Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1,050
Mayflower Crossing ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,167
Cedar Village Apartments1 Bedroom Garden Apartment1BR,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilkes-Barre, PA

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wilkes-Barre area is the $1.45 price per square foot 2 bedroom 1 bath Model at 220 Carey Ave in the in the Wilkes Barre Township neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Wilkes-Barre apartment is the 118 Main St Model at 118 Main St, Unit 118 B starting at $1,250 with a $1.25 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
220 Carey Ave2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.45
118 Main St, Unit 118 B118 Main St2BR,1BA$1.25
92 S Main St, Unit 50192 S Main St1BR,1BA$1.44
81 E Merritt St81 E Merritt St1BR,1BA$1.05
438 Hazle St, Unit 2 fl438 Hazle St1BR,1BA$0.94
1618 Wyoming Ave, Unit 1618 B1618 Wyoming Ave2BR,1BA$1.28
Green Acres HomesTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.87
Mayflower Crossing ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.80
Provincial Towers1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.72
Parkway ManorStudioStudio ,1BA$1.30

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wilkes-Barre

What type of rentals are currently available in Wilkes-Barre?

There are currently 232 Apartments for Rent in Wilkes-Barre, PA with pricing that ranges from $500 to $3,735. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wilkes-Barre ranging from $725 to $3,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Wilkes-Barre?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wilkes-Barre ranges from $725 to $3,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,427.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Wilkes-Barre?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Wilkes-Barre range from $1,300 to $3,245, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $3,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,395 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,500.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

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