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Highlights
- Pedestrian-friendly
- Vibrant city lifestyle
Location
2 S Empire St Apt 2r, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702, USA|Wilkes-Barre
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Property Overview
2-4 South Empire Street earns a strong 7.9/10 expert rating, with standout marks for amenities and location, plus solid value and trustworthiness. It offers a pedestrian-friendly, vibrant city lifestyle and is close to a top-rated elementary school, making it a compelling option for renters seeking convenience and a well-rounded living experience.
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
Elementary school nearby
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 755 sqft | $1,250 /mo | 1 unit available | Situated just minutes from major local highways, making trips around Luzerne County effortless. Nestled in the heart of Wilkes-Barre, offering a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly city lifestyle. Walk to neighborhood shopping, dining, and public transportation. |
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About 2-4 South Empire Street
Situated just minutes from major local highways, making trips around Luzerne County effortless. Nestled in the heart of Wilkes-Barre, offering a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly city lifestyle. Walk to neighborhood shopping, dining, and public transportation.
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.
7.9
/10
Very Good2-4 South Empire Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 2-4 South Empire Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Wilkes-Barre. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
2-4 South Empire Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 2-4 South Empire 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.
2-4 South Empire 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 2-4 South Empire 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.
2-4 South Empire 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.
2-4 South Empire 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 2-4 South Empire Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Wilkes-Barre
2-bedroom apartments at 2-4 South Empire Street cost about the same as 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 |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,041 |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,033 |
| 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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Can I afford to live at 2 S Empire St Apt 2r?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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Schools near 2-4 South Empire 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 2 S Empire St Apt 2r
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Points of interest for 2 S Empire St Apt 2r, 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
4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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