Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Scranton Neighborhood of Scranton, PA from $500 (35 Rentals)

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property at 510 Front St

510 Front St

ScrantonPA18505

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ScrantonPA18509
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610 Moosic St

ScrantonPA18505
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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 Available Downtown Scranton Apartments for Rent

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

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Scranton, PA

As of October 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Scranton area is the $1.10 price per square foot 638 Taylor Ave Model at 638 Taylor Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Hill Section neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Downtown Scranton apartment is the 1011 Scranton St Model at 1011 Scranton St, Unit 2 starting at $1,300 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the East Mountain neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Scranton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
638 Taylor Ave, Unit 2638 Taylor Ave3BR,2BA$1.10
1011 Scranton St, Unit 21011 Scranton St3BR,1BA$0.93
1205 Bryn Mawr St1205 Bryn Mawr St3BR,1BA$0.96
1209 Providence Rd, Unit 2A1209 Providence Rd3BR,1BA$1.16
1202 Vine St, Unit 51202 Vine St2BR,1BA$1.24
Clay Commons4 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06
315 15th Ave, Unit 2nd floor315 15th Ave1BR,1BA$1.05
618 Deacon St, Unit Deacon Street618 Deacon St2BR,1BA$1.35
1120 Cedar Ave, Unit First Floor Left1120 Cedar Ave2BR,1BA$1.41
1119 Lafayette St, Unit 1119 Lafayette St #11119 Lafayette St2BR,1BA$1.15

Getting Around the Downtown Scranton Neighborhood in Scranton, PA

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Scranton Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Scranton Apartment is $1,090 at Clay Commons.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Scranton Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Scranton is starting from $1,040 at Clay Commons.

What is the most affordable Downtown Scranton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Scranton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lace Village and starts from $3,300.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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