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    • 245 Matson Ave

    Wilkes Barre, PA 18705

    Apartment building
    2 beds

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    Nice curb appealNice level lotParking on drivewayNice backyardGreat quiet streetGround floor apartment unit
    Available ASAP: Located in the Parsons section of Wilkes-Barre. Great ground floor apartment unit in a duplex on a great, quiet street. 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Tenant pays utilities (gas, electric), landlord pays water- Nice curb appeal. Nice level lot! Parking on driveway. Nice backyard! Due at start: 1-Months Rent +1 Month Security . Must have clean background and employment verification. No previous evictions. 2 min drive to the 309 & main highways. Great value in a convenient, quiet setting. Owner pays for water. Tenant responsible for gas and Electric.

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    Neighborhood: Parsons

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    Zip 18705 centers on Plains Township and the Parsons/Miners Mills areas just north of downtown Wilkes‑Barre, with four true seasons, leafy streets, and Susquehanna Valley views. The vibe is friendly and down‑to‑earth, shaped by deep anthracite‑coal heritage and neighborhood gatherings at churches, youth fields, and local diners and Italian bakeries. Daily errands are easy along Route 315 and nearby Kidder Street corridors, with grocery options like Wegmans and Weis, coffee spots, casual restaurants, Planet Fitness–style gyms, and big‑box shopping at nearby plazas. Weekends bring riverside walks and quick trips to Seven Tubs Nature Area, local breweries and pubs, and arena or casino events just a short drive away. It’s broadly pet‑ and family‑friendly, with pocket parks, sidewalks, and quiet residential blocks, and commuters appreciate fast I‑81, Route 309, and Cross Valley access. According to Zillow Market Trends over the past few months, the median asking rent is around the low $1,200s, with most rentals roughly $900–$1,600 depending on size and updates.

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    What schools are assigned to 245 Matson Ave?

    The schools assigned to 245 Matson Ave include Daniel J Flood El School, Solomon/Plains Junior High School, and James M Coughlin Junior-Senior High School.

    What neighborhood is 245 Matson Ave in?

    245 Matson Ave is in the Parsons neighborhood in Wilkes Barre, PA.