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527 Willow St

ScrantonPA18505

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ScrantonPA18509

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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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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scranton, PA

Pricing Updated: 09/13/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Scranton, PA area range in price from $500 to $3,740 with an overall median price of $2,527. The three Scranton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Minooka at $700, Hyde Park at $850, and West Mountain at $900. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Scranton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Minooka$1,425$70052
Hyde Park$1,450$85042
West Mountain$1,525$90022
Keyser Valley$1,700$85085
Outer Wilkes Barre$1,725$50095
Providence$1,800$82557
Wilkes Barre$1,800$50062
Wilkes Barre Township$1,950$92528
Pine Brook$2,200$1,05025
Tripps Park$2,200$775112

Cheapest Available Scranton Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Clay Commons4.5 Room 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,040

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scranton, PA

As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scranton area is the $0.65 price per square foot 732 Archbald St Model at 732 Archbald St in the in the South Side neighborhood starting from $975. The second greatest value Scranton apartment is the 1011 Scranton St Model at 1011 Scranton St, Unit 2 starting at $1,350 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the East Mountain 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.
732 Archbald St732 Archbald St2BR,1BA$0.65
1011 Scranton St, Unit 21011 Scranton St3BR,1BA$0.96
808 Eynon St, Unit #808808 Eynon St3BR,1BA$1.17
1000 Walnut St, Unit 21000 Walnut St2BR,1BA$1.17
1202 Vine St, Unit 51202 Vine St2BR,1BA$1.24
Clay Commons4 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06
11 Lakeview Dr, Unit 11 Lakeview Dr.11 Lakeview Dr2BR,1BA$1.10
620 McAlpine St620 McAlpine St1BR,1BA$1.16
1304 Marion St, Unit 570-815-4391 Jim Kennedy1304 Marion St1BR,1BA$1.03
408 Willow Ave, Unit Rear 408408 Willow AveStudio ,1BA$1.27

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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

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 $1,090 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 $1,040 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 The Lofts At Brickhaven and starts from $2,900.

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