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

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536-536 Alder St

ScrantonPA18505

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property at 510 Front St

510 Front St

ScrantonPA18505
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Saint Catherine Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Saint Catherine Manor

5 Knox RdScranton, PA 18505
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Apartments @ 317
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Apartments @ 317

317 Linden StScranton, PA 18503
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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
Tall Trees2x1 - Aspen2BR,1BA$1,288
Lofts at the MillStudio Pet Friendly1BR,1BA$1,350
Mountain Lake Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
624 Jefferson Ave, Unit 1.3624 Jefferson Ave3BR,1BA$1.03
426 Mulberry426 Mulberry - 3102BR,2BA$2.05
1202 Vine St, Unit 51202 Vine St2BR,1BA$1.10
Clay Commons4 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06
428 Wheeler Ave, Unit 2428 Wheeler Ave2BR,1BA$1.30
Mountain Lake Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.37
Samters Lofts3011BR,1BA$1.92
Tall Trees1x1 - White Willow1BR,1BA$1.89
Lofts at the MillStudio Pet FriendlyStudio ,1BA$1.88
Oakmont Park Apartments1x1 6501BR,1BA$1.90

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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 $1,725.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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