
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wilkes-Barre, PA from $500 (27 Rentals)
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366 S River St

14 Kulp Ave

380 S Franklin St

384 S Franklin St
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43 Madison St

Provincial Towers

17 E Carey St

44 Terrace St, Unit Suite 1 - 1st Floor Left

Emunah Manor Apartments
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486 Hazle St

36 Wilkes Ln, Unit 36 Wilkes Lane First Lane

University Commons - Off- Campus Student
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Parkway Manor

467 Northampton St

238 Rutter Ave, Unit 238 RUTTER AVENUE KINGSTO
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Wilkes-Barre Studio Apartments | $947 | $650 | $1,439 |
| Cheap Wilkes-Barre 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,326 | $500 | $3,314 |
| Cheap Wilkes-Barre 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,622 | $950 | $3,770 |
| Cheap Wilkes-Barre 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,672 | $1,200 | $2,850 |
| Cheap Wilkes-Barre 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,731 | $1,700 | $1,799 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wilkes-Barre, PA
Pricing Updated: 10/29/2025Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sugar Notch | $1,750 | $1,000 | 8 |
| Laurel Run | $1,799 | $650 | 36 |
| Laflin | $2,575 | $975 | 5 |
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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Mayflower Crossing Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,197 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilkes-Barre, PA
As of October 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wilkes-Barre area is the $1.14 price per square foot 230 Pulaski St Model at 230 Pulaski St, Unit D in the in the Wilkes Barre Township neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Wilkes-Barre apartment is the 238 Rutter Ave Model at 238 Rutter Ave, Unit 238 RUTTER AVENUE KINGSTO starting at $1,050 with a $0.88 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 230 Pulaski St, Unit D | 230 Pulaski St | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| 238 Rutter Ave, Unit 238 RUTTER AVENUE KINGSTO | 238 Rutter Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| 220 Carey Ave | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 122 Wood St, Unit 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 122 Wood St | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 34 2nd Ave, Unit 34 | 34 2nd Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 2 Terrace St, Unit Penthouse | 2 Terrace St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
| 63 Wilson St, Unit 1 | 63 Wilson St | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 36 Wilkes Ln, Unit 36 Wilkes Lane First Lane | 36 Wilkes Ln | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Provincial Towers | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 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
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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