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  • Pet Friendly

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485 S Franklin St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702, USA|Wilkes-Barre
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Management

Empire Property Management

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(272) 808-1295

Property Overview

485 S Franklin is rated highly overall, with strong marks for value, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It offers comfortable living space and is a solid option for renters, while also standing out for pet friendliness thanks to nearby grooming services, a dog park, and pet supply stores.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 485 S Franklin is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 485 S Franklin 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

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$995 /mo2 units availableWelcome Home to This Charming 1-Bedroom Apartment in Wilkes-Barre! This comfortable 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment offers a functional layout and a cozy place to call home. The spacious bedroom provides plenty of room for your furniture and personal touches, while the living area offers a comfortable space to relax and unwind. Conveniently located in Wilkes-Barre, you'll have easy access to local shopping, restaurants, entertainment, schools, and major roadways. Highlights: 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Comfortable living space Convenient Wilkes-Barre location Easy access to shopping, dining, and transportation Don't miss your opportunity to make this apartment your new home! 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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Amenities for 485 S Franklin

Appliances

OvenOven/Range
RangeRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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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About 485 S Franklin

HomeApartments in Wilkes-BarreWilkes-Barre 485 S Franklin

Welcome Home to This Charming 1-Bedroom Apartment in Wilkes-Barre! This comfortable 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment offers a functional layout and a cozy place to call home. The spacious bedroom provides plenty of room for your furniture and personal touches, while the living area offers a comfortable space to relax and unwind. Conveniently located in Wilkes-Barre, you'll have easy access to local shopping, restaurants, entertainment, schools, and major roadways. Highlights: 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Comfortable living space Convenient Wilkes-Barre location Easy access to shopping, dining, and transportation Don't miss your opportunity to make this apartment your new home! 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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 485 S Franklin is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 485 S Franklin 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 485 S Franklin
Price·9A 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.
485 S Franklin stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
485 S Franklin 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, 485 S Franklin 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.
485 S Franklin 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 485 S Franklin 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.

485 S Franklin is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 7 pet supply stores near the property

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 485 S Franklin compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1.6 miles away

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.4 miles away
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Rent trends in Wilkes-Barre

1-bedroom apartments at 485 S Franklin cost about 2% more 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
October 2024$1,250
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
October 2024$1,237
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 485 S Franklin St?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $995.
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Schools near 485 S Franklin

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
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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 485 S Franklin 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 485 S Franklin St, Wilkes Barre

Groceries

9/10
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

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some 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
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

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

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