Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Mountain Neighborhood of Scranton, PA from $400 (11 Rentals)

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5 Knox RdScranton, PA 18505
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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 $1,040. Oakmont Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,235. Here are the most affordable East Mountain apartments for rent in Scranton, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Clay Commons4.5 Room 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,040
Oakmont Park Apartments1x1 6501BR,1BA$1,235
Mountain Lake Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,235
Tall Trees2x1 - Aspen2BR,1BA$1,348
Lofts at the MillStudio Pet Friendly1BR,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Mountain, PA

As of October 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Mountain 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 East Mountain 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 East Mountain 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
Mountain Lake Apartments2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.31
1202 Vine St, Unit 51202 Vine St2BR,1BA$1.24
Clay Commons4 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06
Samters Lofts3011BR,1BA$1.92
1120 Cedar Ave, Unit First Floor Left1120 Cedar Ave2BR,1BA$1.41
322 Prospect Ave322 Prospect Ave1BR,1BA$1.60
Lofts at the MillStudio Pet FriendlyStudio ,1BA$1.88
Oakmont Park Apartments2x1 7002BR,1BA$1.91

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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.

Getting Around the East Mountain Neighborhood in Scranton, PA

Walk Score®

19 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

11 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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 $1,090 at Clay Commons.

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 $1,040 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 Tall Trees and starts from $1,768.

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