Exeter, PA 129 Apartments for Rent

Exeter gets its name from across the pond: its namesake was an ancient city in England.

Consisting of five square miles, Exeter is a borough in Eastern Pennsylvania. Positioned in Luzerne County, it's part of the Greater Pittston-Wilkes Barre land area and located right next to the Susquehanna River. Founded back in 1884, Exeter was built on particularly fertile Susquehannock Amerindian land. It was the site of not only a good deal of farming, but also a significant lumber and coal mining industry. Today's Exeter is less about farming, and is mostly made up of residential properties with all the amenities, including shopping, restaurants, parks, and varied entertainment options. Its population as of the 2010 census was 5,652 people.

Moving to Exeter

Before you head out to find an apartment in Exeter, Pennsylvania, take some time to dig out your important documentation from the bottom of your closet. Most landlords will want to see your photo ID and pay stubs, and having a list of references at the ready can make it easier for a landlord to say yes to your rental application. Go ahead and check your credit report before you head out -- though competition may not prove fierce, the best apartments and rental homes often go to those with the best credit. If your credit is on the fritz, bring a co-signer along to give your prospective landlord a reason to trust you.

It isn't hard to find pet-friendly apartments in Exeter. Many apartment communities are willing to accept cats and dogs. Some may have restrictions on size, however, and many require a pet deposit as well. If you don't want to fork over the extra cash for the privilege of having a furry critter as a roommate, consider a fish or a bird.

Do yourself a favor and show up on time to tour rental properties. Doing so is an easy way to get on a landlord's good side. Likewise, plaster on your best smile -- friendliness can help you score points.

Neighborhoods

Exeter is one big neighborhood rather than a community separated into different neighborhoods or sections. As a single community, it is one of the smallest in the entire state. In fact, as far as size goes, it is 252nd in line. Rental options here are both wide and varied. You will find not only a significant number of homes for rent, but many apartments and townhouses as well. This part of Pennsylvania gets a Walk Score of 49, so if you live here, you'll certainly need some wheels. Most destinations are far beyond walking distance unless you're in training for a marathon.

The vast majority of homes in Exeter were built between 1940 and 1999, though there are some properties that were built after 2000. Most homes have 3 or 4 bedrooms, but apartments range in size from studio apartment options to 3- and 4-bedroom rental apartments. Average rents here tend to be lower than average for the state.

Exeter is served by the Wyoming Area School District, but there are also private schools in the area.

Top Apartment Communities

Madison Exeter Apartments: Located at 200 Eastwick Drive, the Madison Exeter Apartments offer 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom apartments. Amenities include vaulted ceilings, oversized closets, air conditioning and dishwashers. Some spiffy units also have fireplaces and balconies.

Garden Village Apartments: This apartment complex, located at 221 Fremont Street, offers units of various sizes along with air conditioning, heat, large closets and plush carpeting to sink your toes into.

East Mountain Apartments: Located at 680 Wildflower Drive, East Mountain Apartments offers 1 and 2 bedroom apartments with a variety of floor plans. The community has furnished and unfurnished apartments, a clubhouse, a fitness center, and tennis and basketball courts. This is a pet-friendly community.

Living in Exeter

Nature lovers will appreciate Exeter's Nature Park, as well as the Susquehanna River, for such pursuits as boating and fishing. Other area parks feature tennis and basketball courts, as well as areas to rent for events and cookouts, so bring your friends. Community Park features a walking/biking trail, and Pineland Park has a skate park.

Finding places to eat is never a problem in Exeter. Residents can fill their bellies at places like Pizza L'Oven, Sabatini's Pizza and Valenti's Restaurant. If you can't pry your eyes open in the morning without your morning cup of java, fill your cup at the Donut Connection. When you crave a beer or two instead of a jolt of caffeine, O'Brady's Pub and Eatery allows you to drink and eat your fill, and the Tipsy Turtle Pub provides another option for wetting your whistle.

For those with cash burning holes in their pockets, Exeter has Elizabeth's Fashions and Argo's Sportswear. There's also the European Addition and Wednesday Comics Outlet to keep residents busy spending their hard-earned dollars. This community isn't a hub of nightlife, however, so if you want more than movies, bars and restaurants for weekend fun, hop in your car, fill up the gas tank and hit the road to a nearby city.