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When were prices and availability in Wilkes Barre, PA last updated?

Prices and availability in Wilkes Barre, PA were last updated on 20 Aug 2026.

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What is the average rent in Wilkes Barre, PA?

The average rent in Wilkes Barre, PA is $1,530.

What type of rental buildings are in Wilkes Barre, PA?

In Wilkes Barre 41% of the housing is rented out compared to 59% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 13% of Wilkes Barre's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 61% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 24% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Wilkes Barre, PA?

The average age of rental buildings in Wilkes Barre is 50 years old, with 3% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 6 stories, of which 59% are garden-style apartment communities, 27% are mid-sized buildings, and 23% are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Wilkes Barre, PA?

Studio apartments in Wilkes Barre are around 17% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 42% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 28% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

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