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Pet Friendly
Location
56 Gates St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702, USA|Wilkes-Barre
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Property Overview
56 Gates St is rated highly for overall value, with strong scores for price, amenities, and location, plus a solid trustworthiness rating. It stands out for convenient access to nearby schools and pet-friendly features, including nearby dog parks, pet supply stores, and grooming services.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Elementary school nearby
- Less expensive
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,100 /mo | 2 units available | **Beautiful 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom Apartment Available Now!** |
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Amenities for 56 Gates St
Apartment Amenities
| Full Kitchen |
Appliances
| Fridge | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Great Views | Outdoor Space |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 6 |
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About 56 Gates St
**Beautiful 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom Apartment Available Now!**
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 56 Gates St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 56 Gates 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.
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.
56 Gates 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·9A 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.
56 Gates St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 56 Gates St receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
56 Gates 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 56 Gates 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·7A 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.
56 Gates St provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
56 Gates St is great for:
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 56 Gates St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 miles away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in Wilkes-Barre
2-bedroom apartments at 56 Gates St cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Wilkes-Barre.
Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Wilkes-Barre
Wilkes-Barre
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,241 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,200 |
| 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 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 56 Gates St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$44,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,100.
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Schools near 56 Gates St
Dr. David W. Kistler Elementary School
301 old river rd
wilkes barre, PA, 18702
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
Getting around Wilkes Barre near 56 Gates St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
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 56 Gates St, Wilkes Barre
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
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 5-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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