Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Mountain Neighborhood of Scranton, PA from $545 (45 Rentals)

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property at 624 Hemlock St
$1,000 - $2,000
2 To 5 Bedroom Rentals
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624 Hemlock St

ScrantonPA18505

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property at 421 4th Ave
$1,100
2 Bedroom Rentals
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421 4th Ave

ScrantonPA18505

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property at 958 Ridge Ave
$1,300
3 Bedroom Rentals
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958 Ridge Ave

ScrantonPA18510
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Saint Catherine Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Saint Catherine Manor

5 Knox RdScranton, PA 18505
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748 River St
1 Bedroom Apartments

748 River St

748 River StScranton, PA 18505
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Apartments @ 317
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Apartments @ 317

317 Linden StScranton, PA 18503
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property at 1019 N Irving Ave
$1,075

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Base Rent$1,075

Total Monthly Price$1,075
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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1019 N Irving Ave, Unit 1

1019 N Irving Ave
ScrantonPA18510

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property at 715 Alder St
$1,100

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Base Rent$1,100

Total Monthly Price$1,100
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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715 Alder St, Unit 1

715 Alder St
ScrantonPA18505
property at 220 Linden St
$1,175 - $1,500
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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220 Linden St

ScrantonPA18503
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1513-1515 Vine St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1513-1515 Vine St

1513-1515 Vine StScranton, PA 18510
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property at 418 Pear St
$1,200

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Base Rent$1,200

Total Monthly Price$1,200
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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418 Pear St, Unit 2nd floor

418 Pear St
ScrantonPA18505
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Lofts at Village Square
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lofts at Village Square

930 Meadow AveScranton, PA 18505
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property at 828 Cedar Ave
$1,300
3 Bedroom Rentals
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828 Cedar Ave

ScrantonPA18505

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East Mountain, Scranton, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Mountain Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Mountain area of Scranton, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Clay Commons priced from $1,320. Lofts at the Mill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,485. Here are the most affordable East Mountain apartments for rent in Scranton, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Clay Commons5 Room 2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,320
Lofts at the Mill1 Bedroom Loft1BR,1BA$1,485
Mountain Lake Apartments2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,504
The Herold ApartmentsThe Herold Apartments - 33BR,1BA$1,695
Tall Trees2x1 - Aspen2BR,1BA$1,848
426 Mulberry426 Mulberry - 1011BR,1BA$2,000
840 Clay Ave5 Beds, 2 Baths5BR,2BA$2,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Mountain, PA

As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Mountain area is the $1.60 price per square foot 426 Mulberry - 101 Model at 426 Mulberry in the in the Hill Section neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value East Mountain apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Mountain Lake Apartments starting at $1,504 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the East Mountain neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Mountain apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
426 Mulberry426 Mulberry - 1011BR,1.5BA$1.60
Mountain Lake Apartments2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.28
Clay Commons4.5 Room 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.24
426 Biden St52BR,1.5BA$2.40
Lofts at the Mill1 Bedroom Loft1BR,1BA$1.62
507 Broadway St, Unit 4507 Broadway St2BR,1BA$1.61
200 Adams Ave200 Adams Ave1BR,1BA$1.99
Tall Trees2x1 - Aspen2BR,1BA$2.19
322 Prospect Ave322 Prospect Ave1BR,1BA$1.47

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Scranton. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Mountain Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Mountain Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Mountain Apartment is $1,485 at Lofts at the Mill.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Mountain Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Mountain is starting from $1,320 at Clay Commons.

What is the most affordable East Mountain Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Mountain Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Herold Apartments and starts from $1,695.

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