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  9. Building Photo - 92 Diamond Ave
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,400
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,400

    92 Diamond Ave

    92 Diamond Ave, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18706
  15. Building Photo - 312 Rutter Ave
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,325
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,325
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,325

    312 Rutter Ave

    312 Rutter Ave, Kingston, PA 18704
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  16. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,400
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,400

    92 S Main St Unit 301

    92 S Main St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18701
  17. 1 BED, 1.5 BATHS
    $725
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$725
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$725

    167 W River St Apt 1 Unit Student Housing

    167 W River St Apt 1, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
  18. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,000

    81 E Merritt St

    81 E Merritt St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18705
  19. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $875
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$875
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$875

    850 S Franklin St Unit 850 S.Franklin

    850 S Franklin St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
  20. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,425
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,425
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,425

    116 S Main St Unit 403

    116 S Main St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
  21. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,180+
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,490+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,180 - $1,490
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,180 - $1,490

    395 N Pennsylvania Ave

    395 N Pennsylvania Ave, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
  22. 2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $1,295
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,295
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,295

    19 Center St

    19 Center St, Plains, PA 18705
  24. Building Photo - 6 Magnolia Ave
    3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $1,450

    6 Magnolia Ave

    6 Magnolia Ave, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
  26. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,200

    17 E Carey St

    17 E Carey St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705
  27. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,150

    214 Mayock St

    214 Mayock St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705
  28. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,195

    34 Barney St

    34 Barney St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
  29. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $950

    402 Scott St

    402 Scott St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
  33. 3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $1,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,500

    39 Cotton Ave

    39 Cotton Ave, Wilkes Barre, PA 18705
  34. Building Photo - 377 S River St
    5 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $1,395

    377 S River St

    377 S River St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
  38. 4 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $1,495

    27 Edison St

    27 Edison St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
  39. 4 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $1,450

    21 Edison St

    21 Edison St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
  41. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,150

    37 Logan St

    37 Logan St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
  42. 3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $1,350

    239 Poplar St

    239 Poplar St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
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Wilkes-Barre at a Glance

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Wilkes-Barre, PA Apartments for Rent

Wilkes-Barre sits along the Susquehanna River in northeastern Pennsylvania, framed by the Pocono Mountains to the east and the Endless Mountains to the north and west. Founded in 1769 and serving as the county seat of Luzerne County, this city of approximately 45,000 residents has cultivated a walkable downtown where apartments for rent in Wilkes-Barre often sit within easy reach of local businesses, parks, and cultural attractions. The city's leadership has promoted a pedestrian-friendly layout, particularly around the downtown core where River Common provides trails and river views just steps from residential areas.

Renting in Wilkes-Barre offers access to an affordable lifestyle with one-bedroom apartment communities averaging around $1,260 per month. The downtown Public Square hosts a weekly farmers market and community events throughout the year, while Mohegan Sun Arena brings in sports and entertainment. Residents enjoy proximity to King's College and Wilkes University, as well as year-round access to nearby ski areas and state parks in the surrounding mountains. Interstate 81 runs through the area, providing convenient commuter access to Scranton just minutes north and connections to larger cities like Allentown and Philadelphia. The combination of small-town atmosphere, outdoor recreation, and reasonable housing costs makes this riverside city an appealing choice for renters.

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James M Coughlin Junior-Senior High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
896 Students
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Wilkes-Barre Ctc

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
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G.A.R. Memorial Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,026 Students
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Lee Park Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
286 Students
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Dr David W Kistler El School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
916 Students
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Daniel J Flood El School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
592 Students
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Heights/Murray El School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
837 Students
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Dodson El School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
486 Students

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