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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
Emunah Manor Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1,149
Mayflower Crossing ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,197

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Wilkes Barre, PA

As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Wilkes Barre area is the $0.78 price per square foot 365 S River St Model at 365 S River St, Unit 1 in the in the Wilkes Barre Township neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Outer Wilkes Barre apartment is the 982 Wood St Model at 982 Wood St, Unit 2ND FL starting at $1,395 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Outer 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.
365 S River St, Unit 1365 S River St6BR,2BA$0.78
982 Wood St, Unit 2ND FL982 Wood St2BR,1BA$1.27
169 Division St, Unit 169DivisionSt.169 Division St2BR,1BA$0.98
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
111 Maffett St111 Maffett St1BR,1BA$1.53
Provincial Towers1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.72
850 S Franklin St, Unit 850 S.Franklin850 S Franklin St1BR,1BA$1.59
Parkway ManorStudioStudio ,1BA$1.30

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Frequently Asked Questions about Outer Wilkes Barre

What type of rentals are currently available in Outer Wilkes Barre?

There are currently 306 Apartments for Rent in Outer Wilkes Barre, PA with pricing that ranges from $650 to $3,815. There are also 74 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Outer Wilkes Barre ranging from $725 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Outer Wilkes Barre?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Outer Wilkes Barre ranges from $725 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,817.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Outer Wilkes Barre?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Outer Wilkes Barre range from $1,000 to $3,150, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $1,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,300.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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