Chris Smith
Jan 2026
They need a new manager desperately and no one wants to take her spot. They need new maintenance workers because they all leave.
Washington Square Apartments
163 S Washington St4.2(39 ratings)· Wilkes-Barre average: 4.1
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Quick Facts
- Rent structure
- Income-based, HUD-subsidized rent
- Safety system
- Emergency call stations alert staff at two locations
- Parking
- Limited to one car per resident
- Location
- Walking distance to downtown Wilkes-Barre attractions
What Families Think
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Families describe Washington Square Apartments as a clean, secure, income-based independent living building in downtown Wilkes-Barre with friendly staff. Reviewers highlight quick maintenance response and safety features, though one flagged ongoing management and maintenance staffing issues.
What reviewers praise
- Consistently described as very clean and well-kept
- Friendly, helpful staff and management
- In-room emergency call stations tested monthly
- Walking distance to public square, movies, and churches
- Rent based on income for seniors or disabled residents
What reviewers flag
- One report of frequent turnover among maintenance workers
- One reviewer says management needs replacing
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Washington Square Apartments is a senior living community in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania offering Independent Living. Families rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 39 reviews.
About Washington Square Apartments
Washington Square Apartments is an independent living community in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, located on Washington Street within walking distance of the public square, churches, the RC Movies, and the Kirby Center. The building offers income-based rent and parking for one car; the public bus station is a block away for those without vehicles.
Reviewers consistently praised the cleanliness and security of the community. The building maintains emergency call stations in resident rooms that alert staff at two locations and receive monthly testing. Several families noted that maintenance requests receive prompt attention, with one describing a same-day response to a shade replacement. Staff members were described as pleasant, helpful, and attentive to resident safety.
Reviews were mixed regarding management and staffing stability, with one reviewer expressing concerns about turnover in maintenance and management roles.
Types of Care at Washington Square Apartments
Independent Living
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4.2overall · 39 ratings combined
4.2★ on Google (39)
Jean Ann Matarella
Aug 2024
This place is kept very clean elevators hallways and outside and inside always very tidy people are very nice and helpful from the office maintenance crews are on top of things our lady I take care of called for a shade replacement and they did it within a couple hours same day great office personnel and Management on top of things
John Konsavage
Sep 2020
The entire building is super clean and very secure for its residents. Staff is friendly and helpful. My mom lives there.
Lisa Broody
Oct 2019
This is a senior living apartment building. The rent is reasonable and is according to your income. Located on Washington Street in Wilkes- Barre. PA. Walking distance to public square, churches, RC Movies, Kirbey Center and much more. It is very clean, modern, well kept. Friendly atmosphere and high security. Parking available for 1 car, if you don't drive the public bus station is a block away. Laundry facilities located in building. I would recommend this apartment building to any senior or disabled person who is looking for a quality place to live.
John Hontz
Jan 2019
I found the staff very pleasant and helpful. I was impressed with the care they take for the residants safety. Resident rooms have emergency stations that alert staff -at two different locations- if resident needs help. This emergency system gets a monthly test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Washington Square Apartments offer?
Washington Square Apartments offers Independent Living.
Where is Washington Square Apartments located?
Washington Square Apartments is located at 163 S Washington St in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.
What do families say about Washington Square Apartments?
Washington Square Apartments carries a 4.2 out of 5 rating from 39 Google reviews. Families describe Washington Square Apartments as a clean, secure, income-based independent living building in downtown Wilkes-Barre with friendly staff. Reviewers highlight quick maintenance response and safety features, though one flagged ongoing management and maintenance staffing issues. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.
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