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218 S Franklin St
218 S Franklin St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701, USA

Apartment for rent
Monthly rent
$1,650–$1,950
Beds3–4
Baths2
Sqft1,600–4,800
modified
4 Days Ago

Highlights

  • private balcony
  • large closets
  • separate dining room
  • spacious bedrooms

Units

218 S Franklin St Wilkes-Barre, PA

New Listing

FL2

3 Beds

2 Baths

$1,650

Listed on 11/19/2025
Listed by Kelly Oltmann
Days on market: 4
Property Status: Pending Spacious 3-Bedroom Apartment in Prime Wilkes University NeighborhoodDiscover an exceptional rental opportunity in the heart of the Wilkes University campus area! This exquisite apartment offers 1,600 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, perfect for students, professionals, or families seeking comfort and convenience. Location Highlights:~Just 1 block from the historic Mary Stegmaier Mansion~Only 2 blocks from The Vault restaurant and The Bank Condominium complex~Prime real estate within walking distance to downtown Wilkes-Barre and several parks. Apartment Features:~3 spacious bedrooms with large closets and built-in storage~Private balcony accessible from two bedrooms~Bright and airy living room~Separate dining room, ideal for entertaining~Fully equipped kitchen~Laundry room for added convenience~2 modern bathsThis apartment stands out for its beautiful aesthetics, generous storage, and unbeatable location. Enjoy the tranquility of a private balcony while being steps away from the vibrant city center, campus amenities, and local parks. Contact us today to schedule a tour and secure your new home in one of Wilkes-Barre's most desirable neighborhoods! Office Phone: (570) 587-9999 Copyright © 2025 Greater Scranton Board of Realtors MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

New Listing

FL3

4 Beds

2 Baths

$1,950

Listed on 11/19/2025
Listed by Kelly Oltmann
Days on market: 4
Property Status: Active Spacious 4-Bedroom Apartment in Prime Wilkes University NeighborhoodDiscover an exceptional rental opportunity in the heart of the Wilkes University campus area! This exquisite apartment offers 1,600 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, perfect for students, professionals, or families seeking comfort and convenience. Location Highlights:~Just 1 block from the historic Mary Stegmaier Mansion~Only 2 blocks from The Vault restaurant and The Bank Condominium complex~Prime real estate within walking distance to downtown Wilkes-Barre and several parks. Apartment Features:~3 spacious bedrooms with large closets and built-in storage~Private balcony accessible from two bedrooms~Bright and airy living room~Separate dining room, ideal for entertaining~Fully equipped kitchen~Laundry room for added convenience~2 modern bathsThis apartment stands out for its beautiful aesthetics, generous storage, and unbeatable location. Enjoy the tranquility of a private balcony while being steps away from the vibrant city center, campus amenities, and local parks. Contact us today to schedule a tour and secure your new home in one of Wilkes-Barre's most desirable neighborhoods! Office Phone: (570) 587-9999 Copyright © 2025 Greater Scranton Board of Realtors MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

New Listing

4 Beds, 2 Baths

4 Beds

2 Baths

$1,950

Listed on 11/18/2025
Listed by Matteo Adragna
Days on market: 5
Spacious 4-Bedroom Apartment in Prime Wilkes University NeighborhoodDiscover an exceptional rental opportunity in the heart of the Wilkes University campus area! This exquisite apartment offers 1,600 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, perfect for students, professionals, or families seeking comfort and convenience. Location Highlights:~Just 1 block from the historic Mary Stegmaier Mansion~Only 2 blocks from The Vault restaurant and The Bank Condominium complex~Prime real estate within walking distance to downtown Wilkes-Barre and several parks. Apartment Features:~3 spacious bedrooms with large closets and built-in storage~Private balcony accessible from two bedrooms~Bright and airy living room~Separate dining room, ideal for entertaining~Fully equipped kitchen~Laundry room for added convenience~2 modern bathsThis apartment stands out for its beautiful aesthetics, generous storage, and unbeatable location. Enjoy the tranquility of a private balcony while being steps away from the vibrant city center, campus amenities, and local parks. Contact us today to schedule a tour and secure your new home in one of Wilkes-Barre's most desirable neighborhoods!

Occupied Units

Occupied

2 Beds, 2 Baths

2 Beds

2 Baths

$900

Days on market: 2436
Spacious 3rd Floor apartment in Downtown Wilkes-Barre\\\'s Historic Section. If you are seeking a walk to everything neighborhood, this will be home. Min 2 year lease. First month, last moth and security deposit required. Credit and back ground check. Provided by Listanza ID 22401209

Amenities for 218 S Franklin St

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Building
  • Storage
  • On-Site Laundry
Unit Amenities
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Balcony
  • On-Site Laundry
  • High Ceilings
  • Walk-In Closets

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About 218 S Franklin St

HomeApartments in Wilkes-BarreWilkes-Barre 218 South Franklin Street #FL2, APT 2, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18701, United States

Check out this charming property located at 218 S Franklin St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701, USA! This intimate building consists of 4 units, offering spacious 3 and 4-bedroom options ranging from 1600 to 4800 square feet. Residents can enjoy private balconies, large closets, separate dining rooms, and fully equipped kitchens. Additional amenities include a laundry room, on-site storage, and outdoor space. Take advantage of the nearby local parks and thoughtfully designed living spaces. One of the standout features of this property is the exquisite apartment design. Please note that this property is not pet-friendly and offers long-term rentals only. Currently, there are units to rent, so don't miss out on this great opportunity!

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Address details

Units4
Units available3
Neighborhood
City
Zip code18701

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.

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Positives

Extra Storage
Upgraded in-unit features
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features available
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Walk-in closet
Rentals here may include more closet space than average

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Rent trends in Wilkes-Barre

3-bedroom apartments at 218 South Franklin Street #FL2 cost about 12% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Wilkes-Barre.

4-bedroom apartments at 218 South Franklin Street #FL2 cost about 22% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Wilkes-Barre.

Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Wilkes-Barre
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,160
January 2024$1,200
February 2024$1,312
March 2024$1,245
April 2024$1,281
May 2024$1,341
June 2024$1,310
July 2024$1,243
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$1,266
A table of studio rental data trends in Wilkes-Barre
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,160
January 2024$1,200
February 2024$1,312
March 2024$1,230
April 2024$1,256
May 2024$1,300
June 2024$1,295
July 2024$1,206
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$1,266

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Rent history

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 218 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA.
This month$1,5503 bed2 bath
This month$1,9504 bed2 bath
This month$1,9503 bed2 bath
This month$1,9503 bed2 bath
6 months ago$2,000Studio2 bath
6 years ago$9002 bed2 bath

Schools near 218 South Franklin Street #FL2

Dr. David W. Kistler Elementary School

301 old river rd

wilkes barre, PA, 18702

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Getting around Wilkes-Barre near 218 S Franklin St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Points of interest for 218 S Franklin St, Wilkes-Barre

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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