
Cheap Homes for Rent in Wilkes-Barre, PA from $800 (14 Rentals)
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534-534 Cherry St

St. St Frances Cabrini Ave

1 W Broad St

3 Terrace St

168 S Main St

151 E Walnut St
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746-748 River St

400 Scott St

206 Oak St

461 Madison St

327-329 10th Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Wilkes-Barre?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Wilkes-Barre 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,380 | $1,050 | $2,100 |
Wilkes-Barre 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,622 | $1,000 | $2,350 |
Wilkes-Barre 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,683 | $1,500 | $1,950 |
Wilkes-Barre 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
Wilkes-Barre 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wilkes-Barre, PA
Pricing Updated: 06/22/2025Current 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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Sugar Notch | $1,600 | $1,350 | 6 |
Laurel Run | $1,799 | $650 | 31 |
Laflin | $2,204 | $1,100 | 9 |
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 |
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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 |
Green Acres Homes | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,462 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilkes-Barre, PA
As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wilkes-Barre area is the $0.52 price per square foot 141 Short St Model at 141 Short St, Unit 141 Short St in the in the Wilkes Barre neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Wilkes-Barre apartment is the 89 Carey Ave Model at 89 Carey Ave, Unit 5 starting at $1,400 with a $1.04 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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141 Short St, Unit 141 Short St | 141 Short St | 2BR,1BA | $0.52 |
89 Carey Ave, Unit 5 | 89 Carey Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
99 Maffett St, Unit 1 | 99 Maffett St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
220 Carey Ave | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Wilkeswood | 1x1 Large | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Green Acres Homes | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
87 Oak St, Unit 1st-Floor | 87 Oak St | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Cedar Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Provincial Towers | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
Parkway Manor | Studio | Studio ,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 223 Apartments for Rent in Wilkes-Barre, PA with pricing that ranges from $500 to $3,730. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wilkes-Barre ranging from $800 to $3,000.
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 $800 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,624.
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 $1,195 to $2,420, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $2,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,700.
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