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- Quiet residential neighborhood
- Easy access
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53 S Welles St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702, USA|Wilkes-Barre
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Property Overview
Located in a quiet residential neighborhood, this property provides easy access to nearby amenities and a vibrant social life with 130 restaurants within a mile. With top-rated elementary and high schools just a short distance away and a high value for money compared to local properties, it offers a well-rounded opportunity for various lifestyles. Additionally, the availability of 14 photos allows potential renters to easily visualize what the property has to offer.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- High school nearby
- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Social life
Amenities for 53 S Welles St, Wilkes-Barre
Apartment Amenities
| Baseboard | Electric Heating |
| Natural Gas |
Building
| Basement | Roof Type: Shingle |
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About 53 S Welles St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 21% below the median price for studio apartments in Wilkes-Barre.
Property Status: Active Solid 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment in a quiet residential neighborhood in south Wilkes Barre. Easy access to downtown, shops, and public transit. Come see today! Office Phone: (570) 212-9583 Copyright © 2026 Greater Wilkes-Barre Association of Realtors MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 53 S Welles St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Address details
| Neighborhood | Wilkes-Barre |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 18702 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Wilkes-Barre
studio apartments at 53 S Welles St cost about 21% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Wilkes-Barre.
Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Wilkes-Barre
Wilkes-Barre
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,312 |
| March 2024 | $1,245 |
| April 2024 | $1,281 |
| May 2024 | $1,341 |
| June 2024 | $1,310 |
| July 2024 | $1,243 |
| August 2024 | $1,310 |
| September 2024 | $1,112 |
| October 2024 | $1,237 |
| November 2024 | $1,240 |
| December 2024 | $1,325 |
| January 2025 | $1,437 |
| February 2025 | $1,400 |
| March 2025 | $1,300 |
| April 2025 | $1,400 |
| May 2025 | $1,425 |
| June 2025 | $1,350 |
| July 2025 | $1,250 |
| August 2025 | $1,232 |
| September 2025 | $1,362 |
| October 2025 | $1,392 |
| November 2025 | $1,265 |
| December 2025 | $1,265 |
| January 2026 | $1,254 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,312 |
| March 2024 | $1,230 |
| April 2024 | $1,256 |
| May 2024 | $1,300 |
| June 2024 | $1,295 |
| July 2024 | $1,206 |
| August 2024 | $1,300 |
| September 2024 | $1,100 |
| October 2024 | $1,218 |
| November 2024 | $1,210 |
| December 2024 | $1,325 |
| January 2025 | $1,437 |
| February 2025 | $1,400 |
| March 2025 | $1,295 |
| April 2025 | $1,400 |
| May 2025 | $1,425 |
| June 2025 | $1,350 |
| July 2025 | $1,250 |
| August 2025 | $1,232 |
| September 2025 | $1,362 |
| October 2025 | $1,392 |
| November 2025 | $1,265 |
| December 2025 | $1,265 |
| January 2026 | $1,254 |
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Schools near 53 S Welles St
Heights Murray Elementary School
1 s sherman st
wilkes barre, PA, 18702
K-5Public
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Neighborhood
Wilkes-Barre | Wilkes-Barre, PA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Wilkes Barre near 53 S Welles St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Points of interest for 53 S Welles St, Wilkes Barre
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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