
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Mountain Neighborhood of Scranton, PA from $400 (14 Rentals)
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1630 Myrtle St

1019 Bunker Hill St

540 Wheeler Ave, Unit 3rd floor

536-536 Alder St

325 Cedar Ave
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712 Alder St

717-719 Prospect Ave

909 Slocum Ave

510 Front St
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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 | $2,570 | $1,335 | $5,000 |
| East Mountain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,284 | $600 | $1,800 |
| East Mountain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $950 | $2,400 |
| East Mountain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,541 | $1,100 | $2,636 |
| East Mountain 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,968 | $1,350 | $3,559 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Mountain Neighborhood of Scranton, PA.
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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 $1,040. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clay Commons | 4.5 Room 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| Oakmont Park Apartments | 1x1 650 | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| Tall Trees | 2x1 - Aspen | 2BR,1BA | $1,288 |
| Lofts at the Mill | Studio Pet Friendly | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Mountain Lake Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Mountain, PA
As of December 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Mountain area is the $1.03 price per square foot 624 Jefferson Ave Model at 624 Jefferson Ave, Unit 1.3 in the in the Hill Section neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value East Mountain apartment is the 426 Mulberry - 310 Model at 426 Mulberry starting at $2,300 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Hill Section 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 624 Jefferson Ave, Unit 1.3 | 624 Jefferson Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 426 Mulberry | 426 Mulberry - 310 | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| 1202 Vine St, Unit 5 | 1202 Vine St | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Clay Commons | 4 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 428 Wheeler Ave, Unit 2 | 428 Wheeler Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Mountain Lake Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Samters Lofts | 301 | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Tall Trees | 1x1 - White Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Lofts at the Mill | Studio Pet Friendly | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
| Oakmont Park Apartments | 1x1 650 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,725.
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