68 W Union St

This freshly renovated apartment is on the first floor of a beautiful, turn of the century brick building. Featuring 10' + ceilings, a large hallway, nice room sizes and quality construction throughout. Beautiful built in book cases as well as an original brick fireplace adorn the living room which also provides access to the private front patio area (note that for legal and safety reasons; students are welcome to rent this apartment however, front patio access will be restricted). Continuing down the hall you will find a large storage closet and the first of three equally sized bedrooms, each having it's own closet (behind the door-not seen in photo). There is a full bathroom located off of the central hallway as well as a linen closet directly outside of the bathroom. The bathroom features a ceramic tile floor and tub surround and decorative tile ceiling. The end of the hallway opens into the large dining room which features a large built in display/storage cabinet with a surface for buffet service. Lastly the kitchen area which features full-sized range and refrigerator, a ceramic tile floor and ample cabinet storage and countertop preparation area. The rear access to the apartment is off of the kitchen which opens onto a covered, semi-private patio area with space for a small table and 2 chairs. This also provides access the parking area. As noted below trash removal is provided by the landlord and the dumpster is located in the parking area in the rear as well. This apartment is one of 6 units in a beautiful turn of the century brick building that is located on a downtown street lined with mature trees in the City of Wilkes-Barre, PA. Adjacent to the King's College Campus and within walking distance of Public Square which features several restaurants, the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, a summertime/fall Farmer's Market every Thursday, First Friday Art Walks on the first Friday of each month. A very short walk to the riverfront entertainment area which plays host to several outdoor free concerts and food truck events among other entertainment as well as Kirby Park which is a brief walk across the Market Street Bridge where you'll find tennis courts, a track for running/walking, children's playground items, basketball courts and walking trails along the waterfront of the Susquehanna River. Kirby Park also provides the centerpoint for the Wilkes-Barre City annual Fourth of July Picnic Area and Fireworks display. Several houses of worship as well as our local Public Library (The Osterhout) are within walking distance as well. Utilities consisting of water, electricity and gas are paid by the tenant, sewer and trash removal are paid by landlord. Heating system is gas fired forced warm air, gas fired hot water heater and gas range for cooking. A one year lease is required as well as security deposit equal to one month. **As noted in our special section below; If you sign a new lease prior to June 30, 2025 we will include the first 6 months of utilties. Take a look at this delightful rental in Center City Wilkes-Barre. This apartment features a wonderful living room with a fireplace surrounded by beautiful built-in wood cabinets and mantle. From the front door proceeding down the main hallway you will find there are two bedrooms, a large full bathroom, and third bedroom. The hallway ends as you enter the dining room which also provides a lovely and functional china cabinet/buffet area, off of the dining room you will find the full service kitchen which provides an exterior exit/entry to a small patio as well as access to the parking area in the rear of the building. Off street parking is included with the apartment. Previously the tenant was responsible for the water, electric and gas bills, however for the next month we are offering this rental with all utilities included. All windows with the exception of the window in the front of the living room have been replaced with energy efficient replacement windows. The main hallway of the building is secured with resident access only and there is dusk to dawn lighting as well as motion lighting in the rear of the property. Make an appointment today to see this very spacious yet very cozy apartment. Located one block from public square, directly across the street from King's College Campus and less than a block from the River Common public recreation area. There are many restaurants, pubs, retail stores and houses of worship and public library within walking distance.