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Saint Catherine Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Saint Catherine Manor

5 Knox RdScranton, PA 18505
Senior Living
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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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$1,000

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1380 Main St

PittstonPA18641
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$1,100

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1115 Monroe Ave

DunmorePA18509

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scranton, PA

Pricing Updated: 05/03/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Scranton, PA area range in price from $625 to $3,815 with an overall median price of $2,531. The three Scranton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Outer Wilkes Barre at $650, Hyde Park at $795, and Keyser Valley at $795. 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$1,650$65091
Hyde Park$1,675$79526
Keyser Valley$1,700$79570
Minooka$1,700$79536
Wilkes Barre$1,754$65048
West Mountain$2,000$90013
Wilkes Barre Township$2,258$92523
Pine Brook$2,500$95025
Providence$2,500$62565
Tripps Park$2,500$625123

Cheapest Available Scranton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Scranton, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Clay Commons in the Hill Section neighborhood priced from $775. 1836 N Main Ave in the Providence neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scranton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Clay Commons3.5 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$775
1836 N Main Ave2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,200
Oakmont Park Apartments1x1 6501BR,1BA$1,235

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scranton, PA

As of May 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scranton area is the $1.22 price per square foot 1440 Penn Ave Model at 1440 Penn Ave, Unit First floor in the in the Providence neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Scranton apartment is the 1309 Woodlawn St Model at 1309 Woodlawn St, Unit 1 starting at $1,350 with a $1.13 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.
1440 Penn Ave, Unit First floor1440 Penn Ave2BR,2BA$1.22
1309 Woodlawn St, Unit 11309 Woodlawn St3BR,1BA$1.13
1411 N Washington Ave, Unit 1B1411 N Washington Ave2BR,1BA$1.08
Mountain Lake Apartments2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.24
1836 N Main Ave2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.04
618 Deacon St, Unit Deacon Street618 Deacon St2BR,1BA$1.25
1011 Scranton St, Unit 1A1011 Scranton St1BR,1BA$1.08
832 Quincy Ave, Unit Apartment832 Quincy AveStudio ,1BA$1.11
517 Crown Ave517 Crown Ave2BR,1BA$0.94
1004 Fisk St, Unit Jim Kennedy 570-815-43911004 Fisk St1BR,1BA$1.00

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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scranton Apartment is $775 at Clay Commons.

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 Applewood Acres and starts from $1,835.

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