
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Mountain Neighborhood of Scranton, PA from $545 (45 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Mountain area of Scranton.


711 Pittston Ave

629 Beech St

510 Front St

624 Hemlock St

1024 S Webster Ave

Mountain Lake Apartments

Clay Commons

440 S 9th Ave
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322 Prospect Ave

421 4th Ave

2125 Ash St

433-435 Prescott Ave

2116-2116 Cedar Ave

1515 Pine St

636 Beech St

418 Pear St

226-228-228 Prescott Ave
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Oakmont Park Apartments

938-940 Beech St

533 Quincy Ave

507 Broadway St

641 E Elm St

1108-1108 E Gibson St

1019 S Webster Ave

722 Wheeler Ave

715 Hemlock St
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958 Ridge Ave

Goodwill Neighborhood Residences 55+

Saint Catherine Manor

1618 Roselynn St

748 River St

Apartments @ 317

624 Beech St

1019 N Irving Ave, Unit 1

1019 N Irving Ave
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715 Alder St, Unit 1

220 Linden St

327-329 10th Ave

1513-1515 Vine St

418 Pear St, Unit 2nd floor

Lofts at Village Square

327 E Locust St

828 Cedar Ave

1115 Wheeler Ave
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East Mountain, Scranton, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Mountain?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Mountain Studio Apartments | $1,481 | $1,186 | $1,816 |
| East Mountain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,289 | $800 | $1,800 |
| East Mountain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,540 | $1,000 | $2,400 |
| East Mountain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,543 | $1,200 | $2,044 |
| East Mountain 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,237 | $1,850 | $3,559 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clay Commons | 5 Room 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,320 |
| Lofts at the Mill | 1 Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,485 |
| Mountain Lake Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,504 |
| The Herold Apartments | The Herold Apartments - 3 | 3BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Tall Trees | 2x1 - Aspen | 2BR,1BA | $1,848 |
| 426 Mulberry | 426 Mulberry - 101 | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| 840 Clay Ave | 5 Beds, 2 Baths | 5BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 426 Mulberry | 426 Mulberry - 101 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.60 |
| Mountain Lake Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Clay Commons | 4.5 Room 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 426 Biden St | 5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.40 |
| Lofts at the Mill | 1 Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 507 Broadway St, Unit 4 | 507 Broadway St | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 200 Adams Ave | 200 Adams Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Tall Trees | 2x1 - Aspen | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| 322 Prospect Ave | 322 Prospect Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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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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