Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Wilkes Barre Neighborhood of Wilkes Barre, PA from $500 (46 Rentals)

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property at 17 E Carey St

$1,000 - $1,200

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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17 E Carey St

Wilkes-BarrePA18705
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B'Nai B'Rith Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

B'Nai B'Rith Apartments

61 E Northampton StWilkes-Barre, PA 18701
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Cumberland Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cumberland Apartments

17 W Ross StWilkes-Barre, PA 18701
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West River Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West River Apartments

155 W River StWilkes-Barre, PA 18702
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Lafayette Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lafayette Gardens

113 Edison StWilkes-Barre, PA 18702
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property at 275 Roosevelt St

$999

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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275 Roosevelt St

KingstonPA18704
property at 197 Vanloon St

$1,000

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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197 Vanloon St

PlymouthPA18651
property at 1380 Main St

$1,000

1 Bedroom Rentals

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1380 Main St

PittstonPA18641

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Oak Ridge Estates
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Ridge Estates

Crestwood DrMountain Top, PA 18707
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Chapin Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Chapin Apartments

146-158 E Walnut StKingston, PA 18704
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property at 535 W Shawnee Ave

$800 - $1,000

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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535 W Shawnee Ave

PlymouthPA18651
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208-210 Wyoming Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

208-210 Wyoming Ave

208-210 Wyoming AveWyoming, PA 18644
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Outer Wilkes Barre, Wilkes-Barre, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer Wilkes Barre Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Wilkes Barre area of Scranton, PA is a Studio unit found at Parkway Manor priced from $650. Provincial Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Outer Wilkes Barre apartments for rent in Scranton, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkway ManorStudioStudio,1BA$650
Provincial Towers1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$975
17 Diana StOnebedroom1BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Wilkes Barre, PA

As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer 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 Outer Wilkes Barre apartment is the 238 Rutter Ave Model at 238 Rutter Ave, Unit 238 RUTTER AVENUE KINGSTO starting at $995 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the Wilkes Barre neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Wilkes Barre apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
24 S River St, Unit 3rd Floor24 S River St3BR,1BA$1.24
238 Rutter Ave, Unit 238 RUTTER AVENUE KINGSTO238 Rutter Ave2BR,1BA$0.83
982 Wood St, Unit 2ND FL982 Wood St2BR,1BA$1.27
169 Division St, Unit 169DivisionSt.169 Division St2BR,1BA$0.93
50 Chamberlain St, Unit 3rd Floor50 Chamberlain St2BR,1BA$0.85
256 Main St, Unit 2nd level256 Main St2BR,1BA$1.25
81 E Merritt St81 E Merritt St1BR,1BA$1.05
17 Diana StOnebedroom1BR,1BA$1.17
103 Perrin Ave, Unit 3rd Floor103 Perrin Ave2BR,1BA$1.25
614 McAlpine St, Unit A614 McAlpine St1BR,1BA$1.29

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Wilkes Barre. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Wilkes Barre Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer Wilkes Barre?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer Wilkes Barre is at Parkway Manor listed at $650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Wilkes Barre Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Wilkes Barre Apartment is $800 at Parkway Manor.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Wilkes Barre Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Wilkes Barre is starting from $950 at Parkway Manor.

What is the most affordable Outer Wilkes Barre Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Outer Wilkes Barre Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Emunah Manor Apartments and starts from $1,699.

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