Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Scranton, PA from $500 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Side area of Scranton.

1334 Dartmouth St

11 S Webster Ave

325 Cedar Ave

535 Harrison Ave
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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717-719 Prospect Ave

510 Front St

21 Stafford Ave

610 Moosic St
Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
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South Side, Scranton, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Side?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $986 | $600 | $1,200 |
South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,213 | $950 | $2,150 |
South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $1,200 | $1,675 |
South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $1,650 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Side Neighborhood of Scranton, PA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, PA
As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Side area is the $0.96 price per square foot 1205 Bryn Mawr St Model at 1205 Bryn Mawr St in the in the South Side neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value South Side apartment is the 1120 Cedar Ave Model at 1120 Cedar Ave, Unit First Floor Left starting at $1,125 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the East Mountain neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Side apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1205 Bryn Mawr St | 1205 Bryn Mawr St | 3BR,1BA | $0.96 |
1120 Cedar Ave, Unit First Floor Left | 1120 Cedar Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
322 Prospect Ave | 322 Prospect Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
312 N Irving Ave, Unit 312 | 312 N Irving Ave | 1BR,2BA | $4.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Side, Scranton, PA
Ranked #7
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the South Side Neighborhood in Scranton, PA
Walk Score®
73 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.