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property at 857 Throop St

$875

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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857 Throop St

Dickson CityPA18519
property at 125 N River St

$875

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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125 N River St

OlyphantPA18447

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property at 119 N River St

$950

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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119 N River St

OlyphantPA18447
property at 604 Depot St

$950

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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604 Depot St

ScrantonPA18509
property at 532 Alder St

$950

2 Bedroom Rentals

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532 Alder St

ScrantonPA18505

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property at 443 14th Ave

$1,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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443 14th Ave

ScrantonPA18504

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property at 443 14th Ave

$1,200

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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443 14th Ave

ScrantonPA18504

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Scranton, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scranton, PA

Pricing Updated: 02/03/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Scranton, PA area range in price from $450 to $4,500 with an overall median price of $2,273. The three Scranton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Outer Wilkes Barre at $675, Wilkes Barre at $675, and West Mountain at $900. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Scranton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Outer Wilkes Barre$1,725$67551
Wilkes Barre$1,750$67518
West Mountain$1,775$90012
Hyde Park$1,800$90020
Wilkes Barre Township$1,800$1,0007
Pine Brook$2,300$9504
Downtown Scranton$2,500$45070
Dunmore$2,500$95035
East Mountain$2,500$45028
Greenridge$2,500$85055

Cheapest Available Scranton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Scranton, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Clay Commons in the Hill Section neighborhood priced from $850. 1836 N Main Ave in the Providence neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scranton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Clay Commons3 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
1836 N Main Ave2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,200
Morgan Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,235
Oakmont Park Apartments1x1 6501BR,1BA$1,235

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scranton, PA

As of February 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scranton area is the $1.19 price per square foot 1208 Marion St Model at 1208 Marion St, Unit Gilmartin in the in the Providence neighborhood starting from $2,975. The second greatest value Scranton apartment is the 1440 N Washington Ave Model at 1440 N Washington Ave starting at $2,400 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Providence neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Scranton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1208 Marion St, Unit Gilmartin1208 Marion St5BR,2BA$1.19
1440 N Washington Ave1440 N Washington Ave5BR,2BA$1.14
536 Harrison Ave, Unit Second Floor536 Harrison Ave3BR,1BA$0.78
1728 Ash St, Unit 17301728 Ash St3BR,2BA$1.03
1440 Penn Ave, Unit First floor1440 Penn Ave2BR,2BA$1.22
121 Ferdinand St121 Ferdinand St3BR,1BA$1.06
1836 N Main Ave2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.04
1708 Linden St, Unit C1708 Linden St2BR,1BA$0.91
604 E Market St, Unit 2604 E Market St2BR,1BA$1.10
618 Deacon St, Unit Deacon Street618 Deacon St2BR,1BA$1.25

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Frequently Asked Questions about Scranton

What type of rentals are currently available in Scranton?

There are currently 557 Apartments for Rent in Scranton, PA with pricing that ranges from $795 to $3,800. There are also 126 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Scranton ranging from $450 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Scranton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Scranton ranges from $450 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,693.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Scranton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Scranton range from $1,200 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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.