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50 E Chestnut St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18705, USA|Wilkes-Barre
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Empire Property Management

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(610) 333-4250

Property Overview

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 50 E Chestnut St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 50 E Chestnut St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$750 /mo1 unit availableThis cozy studio apartment offers a comfortable and efficient living space in a convenient Wilkes-Barre location. The open layout provides flexibility for your living and sleeping arrangements, making it a great option for anyone looking for a simple, low-maintenance place to call home. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, entertainment, schools, and major roadways, you'll have easy access to everything Wilkes-Barre has to offer. Highlights: Studio apartment Open and functional layout Convenient location Close to shopping, dining, and transportation Don't miss out on this affordable Wilkes-Barre rental! Schedule a showing today at www WeGrowEmpires com PLEASE NOTE: Empire will NEVER ask for payments via Venmo, CashApp or PayPal. Payments will only be made via your Appfolio tenant portal OR can be brought to our office location. We DO NOT accept cash payments! If you believe you are being contacted by someone other than an Empire Representative regarding an application or approval, please call us directly at 610-333-4250 or stop by our office to verify.

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Electric Oven/RangeRefrigerator
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One-time. Refundable.

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About 50 E Chestnut St

HomeApartments in Wilkes-BarreWilkes-Barre 50 E Chestnut St

This cozy studio apartment offers a comfortable and efficient living space in a convenient Wilkes-Barre location. The open layout provides flexibility for your living and sleeping arrangements, making it a great option for anyone looking for a simple, low-maintenance place to call home. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, entertainment, schools, and major roadways, you'll have easy access to everything Wilkes-Barre has to offer. Highlights: Studio apartment Open and functional layout Convenient location Close to shopping, dining, and transportation Don't miss out on this affordable Wilkes-Barre rental! Schedule a showing today at www WeGrowEmpires com PLEASE NOTE: Empire will NEVER ask for payments via Venmo, CashApp or PayPal. Payments will only be made via your Appfolio tenant portal OR can be brought to our office location. We DO NOT accept cash payments! If you believe you are being contacted by someone other than an Empire Representative regarding an application or approval, please call us directly at 610-333-4250 or stop by our office to verify.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 50 E Chestnut St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 50 E Chestnut St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 50 E Chestnut St
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
50 E Chestnut St offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 50 E Chestnut St is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
50 E Chestnut St is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 50 E Chestnut St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 50 E Chestnut St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in Wilkes-Barre

1-bedroom apartments at 50 E Chestnut St cost about 29% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Wilkes-Barre.

Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Wilkes-Barre
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,350
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$1,250
February 2026$1,271
March 2026$1,272
April 2026$1,350
May 2026$1,410
June 2026$1,237
July 2026$1,000
A table of studio rental data trends in Wilkes-Barre
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,350
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$1,250
February 2026$1,271
March 2026$1,272
April 2026$1,350
May 2026$1,410
June 2026$1,237
July 2026$1,000

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$30,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $30,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $750.
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Schools near 50 E Chestnut St

Daniel J. Flood Elementary School

565 n washington st

wilkes barre, PA, 18705

K-5Public
C

Lyndwood Elementary School

2 collet st

hanover township, PA, 18706

PK, 6Public
C-

Kennedy Early Childhood Center

513 kosciuszko st

nanticoke, PA, 18634

PK, K-2Public
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Getting around Wilkes Barre near 50 E Chestnut St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Points of interest for 50 E Chestnut St, Wilkes Barre

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Explore the area around 50 E Chestnut St

Espinoza Deli & Grocery LLC
610 N Main St
Schiel's Family Market
7 George Ave
Peters Deli
498 N Main St
Wilkes-Barre Poultry Market
466 N Main St
Restaurant Depot
650 Scott St

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