
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wilkes-Barre, PA from $500 (29 Rentals)
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167 W River St Apt 1, Unit Student Housing

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122 Wood St, Unit 1 Bedroom 1 Bath

Provincial Towers

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48 Hudson Rd, Unit 50 Hudson Rd

402 Scott St

327 Plymouth Ave
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University Commons - Off- Campus Student

Cumberland Apartments

83 S Empire St

159 N Main St

West River Apartments

108 Grove St
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108 Grove St

Lafayette Gardens

478 N Pennsylvania Ave

Parkway Manor

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1002 Wyoming Ave, Unit 1

780 Hazle St

59 Price St, Unit 1
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239 Nesbitt St, Unit 1

17 Diana St

533 W Shawnee Ave

Heather Highlands

Chapin Apartments

151 E Walnut St

157 E Walnut St
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109 Barnes St
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 | $1,218 | $650 | $1,979 |
| Cheap Wilkes-Barre 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $695 | $3,364 |
| Cheap Wilkes-Barre 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,755 | $950 | $3,815 |
| Cheap Wilkes-Barre 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,749 | $1,150 | $2,600 |
| Cheap Wilkes-Barre 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,780 | $1,595 | $2,000 |
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Wilkes-Barre, PA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wilkes-Barre, PA
Pricing Updated: 06/14/2026Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Run | $1,899 | $650 | 38 |
| Laflin | $1,985 | $900 | 5 |
| Sugar Notch | $1,999 | $900 | 4 |
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 |
| 17 Diana St | Onebedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Emunah Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| 281 E Main St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Green Acres Homes | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,317 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilkes-Barre, PA
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilkes-Barre area is the $1.24 price per square foot 24 S River St Model at 24 S River St, Unit 3rd Floor in the in the Wilkes Barre Township neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Wilkes-Barre apartment is the 290 New Hancock St Model at 290 New Hancock St, Unit 290 starting at $2,000 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Wilkes Barre Township 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 S River St, Unit 3rd Floor | 24 S River St | 3BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 290 New Hancock St, Unit 290 | 290 New Hancock St | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| 370 Winola Ave, Unit 370 | 370 Winola Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 122 Wood St, Unit 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 122 Wood St | 1BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| 17 Diana St | Onebedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Green Acres Homes | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 404 N Main St, Unit 3 | 404 N Main St | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 48 Hudson Rd, Unit 50 Hudson Rd | 48 Hudson Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| 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
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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 Green Acres Homes and starts from $1,657.
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