
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Scranton, PA from $400 (52 Rentals)
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Clay Commons

1232 S 6th Ave, Unit 1st floor

428 Genet St

1005 Washburn St

608 W Locust St

527 Meridian Ave, Unit 2

525 Meridian Ave, Unit 527APT S #2

804 Ash St

2204 Adams Ave, Unit 2204 Adams ave
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1832 Price St

1774 Brick Ave

720 Hampton St

1315 Farr St

1311 N Washington Ave

1316 Jefferson Ave

1334 Dartmouth St

1004 S Webster Ave

510 Quincy Ave

922 S Webster Ave

528 Theodore St

620 Gibbons St

719 E Drinker St, Unit #1

1301 Main St

101 Keystone Ave, Unit Apt. No. 1

526 Langan Rd

121 Sand St

131 North Blakely Street

1017 Webster Ave

857 Throop St

125 N River St

810 Main St

1010 Main St

211 Grant St

1064 Lincoln St

314 S Main St

107 2nd St
Scranton, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Scranton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Scranton Studio Apartments | $1,236 | $950 | $1,446 |
Cheap Scranton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,317 | $625 | $2,603 |
Cheap Scranton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,529 | $850 | $2,773 |
Cheap Scranton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $950 | $3,827 |
Cheap Scranton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,861 | $1,295 | $3,559 |
Scranton 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,049 | $1,400 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scranton, PA
Pricing Updated: 04/29/2025Current apartment rentals in the Scranton, PA area range in price from $600 to $5,200 with an overall median price of $2,144. The three Scranton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Pine Brook at $1,050, Hyde Park at $600, and Wilkes Barre Township at $725. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Scranton Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Pine Brook | $1,500 | $1,050 | 5 |
Hyde Park | $1,600 | $600 | 9 |
Wilkes Barre Township | $1,600 | $725 | 12 |
Keyser Valley | $1,800 | $600 | 18 |
Minooka | $1,800 | $900 | 16 |
Hill Section | $1,850 | $625 | 12 |
Downtown Scranton | $2,000 | $600 | 34 |
Dunmore | $2,000 | $625 | 16 |
Greenridge | $2,000 | $600 | 28 |
The Plot | $2,000 | $600 | 33 |
Cheapest Available Scranton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Scranton, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Clay Commons in the Providence neighborhood priced from $1,200. The Connell Lofts in the Providence neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scranton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Clay Commons | 5 Room 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,200 |
The Connell Lofts | 608 | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Lofts at the Mill | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scranton, PA
As of April 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scranton area is the $0.98 price per square foot 530 Wheeler Ave Model at 530 Wheeler Ave, Unit A in the in the Hill Section neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Scranton apartment is the 1309 Woodlawn St Model at 1309 Woodlawn St, Unit 2 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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530 Wheeler Ave, Unit A | 530 Wheeler Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.98 |
1309 Woodlawn St, Unit 2 | 1309 Woodlawn St | 3BR,1BA | $1.13 |
1209 Providence Rd, Unit 2A | 1209 Providence Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
730 Clevio St, Unit 2 | 730 Clevio St | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
2204 Adams Ave, Unit 2204 Adams ave | 2204 Adams Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
101 Keystone Ave, Unit Apt. No. 1 | 101 Keystone Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
527 Meridian Ave, Unit 2 | 527 Meridian Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
525 Meridian Ave, Unit 527APT S #2 | 525 Meridian Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
1770 Bloom Ave, Unit 2 | 1770 Bloom Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
1232 S 6th Ave, Unit 1st floor | 1232 S 6th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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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 $1,325.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Scranton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scranton Apartment is $1,250 at The Connell Lofts.
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 $1,468 at Tall Trees.
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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