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Saint Catherine Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Saint Catherine Manor

5 Knox RdScranton, PA 18505
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1208 Philo St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1208 Philo St

1208 Philo StScranton, PA 18508
property at 857 Throop St

857 Throop St

Dickson CityPA18519
property at 1380 Main St

1380 Main St

PittstonPA18641
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3327 Cedar Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3327 Cedar Ave

3327 Cedar AveMoosic, PA 18507
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Moosic Heights
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Moosic Heights

118 1st StMoosic, PA 18507
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1080 Winola Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

1080 Winola Rd

1080 Winola RdSouth Abington Township, PA 18411
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Edella Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Edella Manor

345 Edella RdClarks Summit, PA 18411
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Country View Manors
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Country View Manors

76 University DrDunmore, PA 18512
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302 Grant St
1 Bedroom Apartments

302 Grant St

302 Grant StOlyphant, PA 18447
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221-223 Hoover St
2 Bedroom Apartments

221-223 Hoover St

221-223 Hoover StOld Forge, PA 18518
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Scranton, PA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scranton, PA

Pricing Updated: 03/26/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Scranton, PA area range in price from $500 to $3,980 with an overall median price of $1,946. The three Scranton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Mountain at $975, Providence at $625, and Outer Wilkes Barre at $500. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Scranton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West Mountain$1,650$9751699
Providence$1,675$62510092
Outer Wilkes Barre$1,675$5007022
Hyde Park$1,695$79594
Downtown Scranton$1,900$6258790
Greenridge$1,900$62511837
Keyser Valley$1,900$6959563
Minooka$1,900$6956573
South Side$1,900$850111
The Plot$1,900$62511572

Cheapest Available Scranton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Scranton, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1836 N Main Ave in the Providence neighborhood priced from $1,000. Oakmont Park Apartments in the Hill Section neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scranton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1836 N Main Ave1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,000
Oakmont Park Apartments1x1 6501BR,1BA$1,200
Clay Commons5 Room 2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,200
426 Biden St21BR,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scranton, PA

As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scranton area is the $1.10 price per square foot 638 Taylor Ave Model at 638 Taylor Ave, Unit #2 in the in the Hill Section neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Scranton apartment is the 5 Room 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Clay Commons starting at $1,200 with a $0.80 price per square foot in the Providence neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Scranton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
638 Taylor Ave, Unit #2638 Taylor Ave3BR,2BA$1.10
Clay Commons5 Room 2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.80
105 Willowbrook Rd, Unit B105 Willowbrook Rd2BR,1BA$0.95
530 Wheeler Ave, Unit A530 Wheeler Ave3BR,1BA$0.98
1518 Jackson St, Unit 21518 Jackson St2BR,1BA$0.96
145 Moosic Rd, Unit 1145 Moosic Rd2BR,1BA$1.17
1309 Woodlawn St, Unit 21309 Woodlawn St3BR,1BA$1.13
1836 N Main Ave2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.04
1111 Marion St, Unit 3rd. Floor1111 Marion St1BR,1BA$0.94
525 Meridian Ave, Unit 527APT #2525 Meridian Ave1BR,1BA$1.18

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Scranton Overview

Scranton, PA, may seem like a calm town, but it's got a history well-associated with innovation and endurance. It's home to a couple of historic firsts and anchors a large metropolitan region while still maintaining a more compact size and moderate population. People living in apartments in Scranton will find that the city is relatively simple to negotiate while it still offers enough to keep residents busy.

Why live in Scranton, PA?

Scranton and its nearby metro region, plus its proximity to two other states, give residents a chance to experience diverse food, culture, and fun while still offering access to the nearby countryside. It's a good-sized city that has a lot to do, but it's not an overwhelmingly huge place that could make residents feel lost.

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Getting Around Scranton, PA

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Scranton Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Scranton?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Scranton is at Lofts at the Mill listed at $1,350.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Scranton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scranton Apartment is $1,000 at 1836 N Main Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Scranton Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Scranton is starting from $1,200 at Clay Commons.

What is the most affordable Scranton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Scranton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Timberfalls Apartments and starts from $1,849.

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