511 N Main St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705
What This Apartment Offers
Sometimes the search gets noisy. Too many listings trying too hard. Too many promises. And after a while,what starts to matter is simpler: a place that makes sense,feels solid,and gives you what you actually need without pretending to be something it is not.511 N Main Street in Plains is a straightforward 2-bedroom,1-bath rental with off-street parking and hardwood floors. The tenant pays utilities. The landlord may consider small pets.That is the structure of it.From there,the appeal is in the simplicity.Hardwood floors give the home a more permanent feel underfoot--clean lines,natural character,and something different from the endless gray carpet and vinyl found in so many rentals. The rooms are practical. The layout is approachable. Nothing needs to shout.And then there is the parking.Anyone who has spent enough time renting in Northeastern Pennsylvania understands that off-street parking is not a decorative feature. It changes the rhythm of coming home. No circling the block. No wondering where the car will end up tonight. You pull in,park,and move on with your evening.Go ahead and picture that.The location puts you in Plains with convenient access to the Greater Pittston area,Wilkes-Barre,shopping,employment centers,restaurants,and the everyday routes that connect this part of Luzerne County. It works particularly well for someone who wants a reasonably priced home base without paying for unnecessary extras.There is a quiet usefulness to a place like this.Two bedrooms.Hardwood under your feet.Your own place to park.A location that keeps you connected.A home does not always need granite counters,staged furniture,or a long list of buzzwords to make sense. Sometimes the better question is whether you can picture your normal Tuesday here. Coming home. Parking the car. Closing the door. Settling into a space that simply does its job.You may already begin to notice whether that picture fits.Before you scroll past,take
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Apartment Features
- Attic
- Fireplace
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Patio
- Porch
- Refrigerator
- Views
- Vinyl Flooring
Community Features
- Tennis Court
- Waterfront
511 N Main St is an apartment community in Wilkes-Barre, PA
Apartment Details
Home Design
- Built in 1970
- Apartment
- Fire Rated Drywall
Interior Spaces
- Living Room
- 1400 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
Flooring
- Vinyl Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom
- 2 Bedrooms
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
- Driveway
- Paved Parking
Lot Details
- Property is zoned R1
Utilities
- Public Water Source
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Sewer
Community Details
Overview
- 2 Units
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Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705
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Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable
Bikeability
Somewhat bikeable
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Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
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Travel and Transit
Airport
17 min Drive
Local Education
Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| King's College | Drive: 8 min (3.7 mi) |
| Wilkes University | Drive: 9 min (4.3 mi) |
| Misericordia University | Drive: 22 min (10.8 mi) |
| Luzerne Co. Comm. Coll. | Drive: 28 min (12.2 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 511 N Main St proximity to Plains Plaza Shopping Center. Plains Plaza Shopping Center is 1.3 miles away.
Airports
Living in Outer Wilkes-Barre provides easy access to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International, located just 17 minutes from 511 N Main St.
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