
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Scranton, PA from $500 (6 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the South Side area of Scranton.


428 Genet St

525 Meridian Ave, Unit 527APT S #2
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527 Meridian Ave, Unit 2

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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 | $935 | $695 | $1,350 |
South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,188 | $950 | $1,575 |
South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,531 | $1,200 | $2,500 |
South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,559 | $1,295 | $1,750 |
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There are currently 6 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 May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Side area is the $0.81 price per square foot 1415 S Irving Ave Model at 1415 S Irving Ave, Unit A in the in the East Mountain neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value South Side apartment is the 530 Wheeler Ave Model at 530 Wheeler Ave, Unit A starting at $1,375 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Hill Section 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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1415 S Irving Ave, Unit A | 1415 S Irving Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.81 |
530 Wheeler Ave, Unit A | 530 Wheeler Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.98 |
525 Meridian Ave, Unit 527APT S #2 | 525 Meridian Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
527 Meridian Ave, Unit 2 | 527 Meridian Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
1232 S 6th Ave, Unit 1st floor | 1232 S 6th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Side, Scranton, PA
Ranked #6
Among neighborhoods in Scranton, PA 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
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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