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1722 Brick Ave

114-116 Spruce St, Unit B

730 Main St, Unit C

801 Lincoln St, Unit 2R

731 Main St

836 N Main Ave

139 Sand St

1506-1510 E Gibson St

301 N Bromley Ave
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850-850 Capouse Ave

1807 Green Ridge St

148 S Van Buren Ave

1220-1222 Schlager St, Unit 1st Floor

310 Chestnut St

214 S Sumner Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

1704 Summit Pointe

1415 Diamond Ave

746-748 River St

1017 Main St
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707 Prospect Ave

1709-1711 McDonough Ave, Unit 1709

400-402-402 Clarkson Ave, Unit 402

611 S Webster Ave

1930 Boulevard Ave

311 13th Ave

10 Depot St, Unit 2

226-228 Prescott Avenue, 3, Unit 3

500 Marion St

609 Main St, Unit Apt. B
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852 N Rebecca Ave, Unit 2nd fl, Unit 2nd fl

1413 Prospect Ave

1817 Dickson Ave

57 1st St

123 Morris Ave

1725 Ryerson Ave, Unit Unit 1

1409 Sanderson Ave, Unit Apt 2

220 Linden St

919 Clay Ave

128 Henderson St
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70 2nd St, Unit 2, Unit 2

117 Wyoming Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

317 10th Ave

718-720 Archbald St

159 Bellman St

1326 E Gibson St

1719 Madison Ave

304 Vine St

230 Swetland St

15 Amity Ct
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Scranton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scranton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,380 | $995 | $1,900 |
| Scranton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,577 | $1,195 | $2,400 |
| Scranton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,500 | $1,500 | $3,750 |
| Scranton 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,942 | $2,300 | $5,000 |
| Scranton 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,105 | $3,210 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scranton, PA
Pricing Updated: 05/14/2026Current apartment rentals in the Scranton, PA area range in price from $625 to $3,815 with an overall median price of $2,519. The three Scranton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Minooka at $795, Hyde Park at $795, and Keyser Valley at $795. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Scranton Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minooka | $1,600 | $795 | 40 |
| Hyde Park | $1,700 | $795 | 29 |
| Keyser Valley | $1,700 | $795 | 76 |
| West Mountain | $1,700 | $850 | 14 |
| Outer Wilkes Barre | $1,750 | $650 | 87 |
| Wilkes Barre | $1,899 | $650 | 46 |
| Wilkes Barre Township | $2,181 | $925 | 23 |
| Pine Brook | $2,500 | $950 | 26 |
| Providence | $2,500 | $625 | 69 |
| Tripps Park | $2,500 | $625 | 126 |
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 $775. Oakmont Park Apartments in the Hill Section neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scranton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clay Commons | 3.5 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Oakmont Park Apartments | 1x1 650 | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| 1836 N Main Ave | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scranton, PA
As of May 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scranton area is the $1.22 price per square foot 1440 Penn Ave Model at 1440 Penn Ave, Unit First floor in the in the Providence neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Scranton apartment is the 1411 N Washington Ave Model at 1411 N Washington Ave, Unit 1B starting at $1,300 with a $1.08 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1440 Penn Ave, Unit First floor | 1440 Penn Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| 1411 N Washington Ave, Unit 1B | 1411 N Washington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 145 Moosic Rd, Unit 1 | 145 Moosic Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Mountain Lake Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 1836 N Main Ave | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 1002 Fisk St, Unit 1002 Fisk st unit 3 | 1002 Fisk St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 256 Main St, Unit 2nd level | 256 Main St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 618 Deacon St, Unit Deacon Street | 618 Deacon St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 832 Quincy Ave, Unit Apartment | 832 Quincy Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.11 |
| 1004 Fisk St, Unit Jim Kennedy 570-815-4391 | 1004 Fisk St | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Scranton
What type of rentals are currently available in Scranton?
There are currently 549 Apartments for Rent in Scranton, PA with pricing that ranges from $625 to $3,600. There are also 87 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Scranton ranging from $700 to $5,000.
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 $700 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,124.
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 $2,640, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $2,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.
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