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property at 536-536 Alder St

$950 - $1,300

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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536-536 Alder 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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Apartments @ 317
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Apartments @ 317

317 Linden StScranton, PA 18503
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property at 1115 Monroe Ave

$1,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1115 Monroe Ave

DunmorePA18509
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Cheapest Available Downtown Scranton Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Clay Commons4 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,090
Lofts at the Mill1 Bedroom Suite1BR,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Scranton, PA

As of January 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Scranton area is the $1.19 price per square foot 1208 Marion St Model at 1208 Marion St, Unit Gilmartin in the in the Providence neighborhood starting from $2,975. The second greatest value Downtown Scranton apartment is the 1440 N Washington Ave Model at 1440 N Washington Ave starting at $2,400 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Providence 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.
1208 Marion St, Unit Gilmartin1208 Marion St5BR,2BA$1.19
1440 N Washington Ave1440 N Washington Ave5BR,2BA$1.14
1728 Ash St, Unit 17301728 Ash St3BR,2BA$1.03
1440 Penn Ave, Unit First floor1440 Penn Ave2BR,2BA$1.22
1708 Linden St, Unit B1708 Linden St3BR,1BA$1.00
121 Ferdinand St121 Ferdinand St3BR,1BA$1.06
1418 Penn Ave, Unit 1st Floor1418 Penn Ave2BR,1BA$1.27
Clay Commons4 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06
618 Deacon St, Unit Deacon Street618 Deacon St2BR,1BA$1.35
604 E Market St, Unit 2604 E Market St2BR,1BA$1.10

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 $1,270 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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!