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Apartment for rent
  • $800/mo

    281 S Franklin St APT 1, Wilkes Barre, PA 18701

    Studio
    370sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Apartment
    Available now
    No pets
    Shared laundry
    Off street parking
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Fresh paintOff-street parkingBeautiful woodworkNew appliances and countertop
    Spacious efficiency apartment located in Wilkes-Barre's historic district. This lovely apartment is available ASAP and features: * Beautiful woodwork * Fresh paint * New appliances and countertop * Off-street parking * Fantastic location--Steps to Wilkes University, restaurants, and shops. Also near Public Square, Kings College, and Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Rent: $800/mo (includes heat & water) Security Deposit: $800 Heat, Water Requirements: Credit and background check No previous evictions, good references Income: 3x monthly rent in income Credit score: of 550+ If between 550 649 higher deposit & co-signer required (co-signer must have 700+ credit) Each applicant 18+ must complete a separate rental application Application fee: $47/application (non-refundable), paid online Required documents: Last 2 recent pay stubs (or last year's tax return + 3 months bank statements if self-employed/unemployed) Proof of other income (retirement, SSI, child support, etc.), if needed Valid photo ID No smoking is permitted inside Note: Security deposit is due at lease signing. It serves as a reservation fee until move-in. Criminal history will be evaluated. False or misleading application info will result in denial and forfeiture of fees.
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 0
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Oven, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Shared
    Features
    • Flooring: Tile
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 370 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Heating included in rent, Utilities fee required, Water included in rent

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Apartment
    • Property subtype: Apartment

    Utilities & green energy

    • Utilities for property: Water

    Building

    Management
    • Pets allowed: No

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Wilkes Barre

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/10/2025Listed for rent$800$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals

    Neighborhood: 18701

    There are 3 available units in this apartment building