
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Wilkes-Barre, PA (4 Rentals)
Rental terms in Wilkes-Barre as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


12 Months
Furnished Studio-Wilkes-Barre - Hwy. 315
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1 Month
RiverView West (PNC Bank Building)

Gateway Apartments
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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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Wilkes-Barre Short-term Studio Apartments | $947 | $650 | $1,439 |
Wilkes-Barre Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,394 | $500 | $3,314 |
Wilkes-Barre Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,581 | $950 | $3,770 |
Wilkes-Barre Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,724 | $1,200 | $2,809 |
Wilkes-Barre Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,731 | $1,700 | $1,799 |
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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 Short-term Wilkes-Barre Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Wilkes-Barre Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Wilkes-Barre is $2,722.
What is the largest Short-term Wilkes-Barre Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Wilkes-Barre is a 1,256 square feet unit starting from $1,674 at East Mountain Apartments.
What is the average size for Wilkes-Barre Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Wilkes-Barre is currently at 976 sq ft.
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.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.