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

325 Cedar Ave

621 Madison Ave
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535 Harrison 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 |
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East Mountain Studio Apartments | $2,252 | $1,050 | $5,200 |
East Mountain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,305 | $600 | $1,995 |
East Mountain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $1,000 | $2,150 |
East Mountain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,543 | $1,200 | $2,636 |
East Mountain 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,403 | $2,100 | $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 $1,040. 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 |
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Clay Commons | 4.5 Room 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,040 |
Oakmont Park Apartments | 1x1 650 | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
Mountain Lake Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
Tall Trees | 2x1 - Aspen | 2BR,1BA | $1,348 |
Lofts at the Mill | Studio Pet Friendly | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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638 Taylor Ave, Unit 2 | 638 Taylor Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
1011 Scranton St, Unit 2 | 1011 Scranton St | 3BR,1BA | $0.93 |
Mountain Lake Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
1202 Vine St, Unit 5 | 1202 Vine St | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Clay Commons | 4 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Samters Lofts | 301 | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
1120 Cedar Ave, Unit First Floor Left | 1120 Cedar Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
322 Prospect Ave | 322 Prospect Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Lofts at the Mill | Studio Pet Friendly | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
Oakmont Park Apartments | 2x1 700 | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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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
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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 $1,090 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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