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$1,000 - $2,200

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509 Monroe Ave

ScrantonPA18510
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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
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1208 Philo St

1208 Philo StScranton, PA 18508

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Apartments @ 317
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Apartments @ 317

317 Linden StScranton, PA 18503
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Moosic Heights
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Moosic Heights

118 1st StMoosic, PA 18507
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3327 Cedar Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3327 Cedar Ave

3327 Cedar AveMoosic, PA 18507
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1080 Winola Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

1080 Winola Rd

1080 Winola RdSouth Abington, PA 18411
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302 Grant St
1 Bedroom Apartments

302 Grant St

302 Grant StOlyphant, PA 18447

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scranton, PA

Pricing Updated: 02/01/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Scranton, PA area range in price from $450 to $4,500 with an overall median price of $2,270. The three Scranton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Outer Wilkes Barre at $675, West Mountain at $900, and Wilkes Barre at $675. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Scranton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Outer Wilkes Barre$1,725$67552
West Mountain$1,750$90011
Wilkes Barre$1,750$67518
Hyde Park$1,775$90017
Wilkes Barre Township$1,800$1,0007
Pine Brook$2,300$9503
Downtown Scranton$2,500$45063
Dunmore$2,500$90032
East Mountain$2,500$45026
Greenridge$2,500$90051

Cheapest Available Scranton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Scranton, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at 513 Winola Rd priced from $1,000. Clay Commons in the Hill Section neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,090. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scranton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
513 Winola RdOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Clay Commons4 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,090
1836 N Main Ave2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,200
Morgan Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,235
Oakmont Park Apartments1x1 6501BR,1BA$1,235
Summit Pointe Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 800 sqft1BR,1BA$1,260

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scranton, PA

As of February 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scranton area is the $1.19 price per square foot 1208 Marion St Model at 1208 Marion St, Unit Gilmartin in the in the Providence neighborhood starting from $2,975. The second greatest value Scranton apartment is the 1440 N Washington Ave Model at 1440 N Washington Ave starting at $2,400 with a $1.14 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.
1208 Marion St, Unit Gilmartin1208 Marion St5BR,2BA$1.19
1440 N Washington Ave1440 N Washington Ave5BR,2BA$1.14
1728 Ash St, Unit 17301728 Ash St3BR,2BA$1.03
1440 Penn Ave, Unit First floor1440 Penn Ave2BR,2BA$1.22
121 Ferdinand St121 Ferdinand St3BR,1BA$1.06
1836 N Main Ave2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.04
1418 Penn Ave, Unit 1st Floor1418 Penn Ave2BR,1BA$1.27
Clay Commons4 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06
513 Winola RdOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1.00
604 E Market St, Unit 2604 E Market St2BR,1BA$1.10

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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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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 $1,375.

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 513 Winola Rd.

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 1836 N Main Ave.

What is the most affordable Scranton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Scranton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tall Trees and starts from $1,758.

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