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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
2 Bedroom Apartments

1208 Philo St

1208 Philo StScranton, PA 18508
property at 857 Throop St

857 Throop St

Dickson CityPA18519
property at 921 Union St

921 Union St

TaylorPA18517

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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 RdClarks Summit, 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

Scranton, PA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scranton, PA

Pricing Updated: 07/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Scranton, PA area range in price from $500 to $3,823 with an overall median price of $2,377. The three Scranton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Hyde Park at $875, West Mountain at $900, and Minooka at $875. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Scranton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Hyde Park$1,450$87531
West Mountain$1,500$90028
Minooka$1,700$87550
Outer Wilkes Barre$1,762$50092
Keyser Valley$1,800$87587
Providence$1,950$82562
Wilkes Barre Township$1,975$80025
Wilkes Barre$2,100$50057
Tripps Park$2,225$775145
Pine Brook$2,500$1,05069

Cheapest Available Scranton Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oakmont Park Apartments1x1 6501BR,1BA$1,235
Lofts at the MillStudio Pet Friendly1BR,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scranton, PA

As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scranton area is the $0.70 price per square foot 225 S Main Ave Model at 225 S Main Ave, Unit 1 in the in the East Mountain neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Scranton apartment is the 629 Clay Ave Model at 629 Clay Ave, Unit 2nd Fl. B starting at $1,500 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the Hill Section 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.
225 S Main Ave, Unit 1225 S Main Ave3BR,1.5BA$0.70
629 Clay Ave, Unit 2nd Fl. B629 Clay Ave2BR,1BA$0.83
1202 Vine St, Unit 071202 Vine St2BR,1BA$1.25
1209 Providence Rd, Unit 2A1209 Providence Rd3BR,1BA$1.16
1411 N Washington Ave, Unit 1B1411 N Washington Ave2BR,1BA$1.15
1209 Grove St, Unit 12091209 Grove St1BR,1BA$0.93
2313 Boulevard Ave, Unit 2315 3rd floor2313 Boulevard Ave2BR,1BA$1.05
646 Beech St, Unit 646 Beech St apt #1646 Beech St1BR,1BA$1.22
1304 Marion St, Unit 570-815-4391 Jim Kennedy1304 Marion St1BR,1BA$1.03
546 Quincy Ave, Unit 3546 Quincy Ave1BR,1BA$1.29

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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 $1,235 at Oakmont Park Apartments.

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 $1,335 at Oakmont Park Apartments.

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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