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Highlights
- Prime location
- Cozy and comfortable living space
Location
273 New Hancock St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702, USA|Wilkes-Barre
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Property Overview
273 New Hancock Street offers strong overall value with an 8.5 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by excellent price, amenities, and location scores. It stands out for its prime location and cozy, comfortable living space, with nearby walkable areas, many dining options, mixed-use spaces, and cultural spots contributing to an active social setting.
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
Middle school nearby
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 625 sqft | $1,100 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to 273 New Hancock Street, Unit 3 in the charming city of Wilkes-Barre, PA. This beautiful multiplex offers a cozy and comfortable living space, perfect for individuals or small families. With a spacious bedroom, there is plenty of room to relax and unwind. The full bathroom ensures convenience and privacy for all residents. Located in a convenient and desirable neighborhood, this rental property boasts easy access to all local amenities and attractions. Whether you're a nature enthusiast or a city dweller, this multiplex's prime location has something for everyone. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this place your home sweet home! |
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Amenities for 273 New Hancock Street
Apartment Amenities
| Trash | Water |
Building
| Sewer |
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Policies and fees
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
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About 273 New Hancock Street
Welcome to 273 New Hancock Street, Unit 3 in the charming city of Wilkes-Barre, PA. This beautiful multiplex offers a cozy and comfortable living space, perfect for individuals or small families. With a spacious bedroom, there is plenty of room to relax and unwind. The full bathroom ensures convenience and privacy for all residents. Located in a convenient and desirable neighborhood, this rental property boasts easy access to all local amenities and attractions. Whether you're a nature enthusiast or a city dweller, this multiplex's prime location has something for everyone. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this place your home sweet home!
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
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 273 New Hancock Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 273 New Hancock Street 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.
273 New Hancock Street 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.
273 New Hancock Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including sewer. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 273 New Hancock Street 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.
273 New Hancock Street 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 273 New Hancock Street 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.
273 New Hancock Street 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.
273 New Hancock Street 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 273 New Hancock Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 2 miles away
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Wilkes-Barre
1-bedroom apartments at 273 New Hancock Street cost about 10% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Wilkes-Barre.
Median rents as of Jul 4 2026.
Wilkes-Barre
Wilkes-Barre
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,250 |
| 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 | $1,250 |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,200 |
| 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 | $1,250 |
| 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 273 New Hancock St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 273 New Hancock Street
Heights Murray Elementary School
1 s sherman st
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
Penn-Kidder Campus
2850 state route 903
albrightsville, PA, 18210
PK, K-8Public
C+
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Neighborhood
Wilkes-Barre | Wilkes-Barre, PA
Getting around Wilkes Barre near 273 New Hancock St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
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 273 New Hancock St, Wilkes Barre
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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