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438 Penn Ave
438 Penn Ave, Scranton, PA 18503, USA

Apartment for rent
Monthly rent
$1,650–$1,950
Beds1–2
Baths1–2
Sqft915
modified
Updated 5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

Sophisticated design pairs with exceptional value for money, placing it at the 100th percentile compared with other nearby properties. The combination of style and strong relative value creates a compelling overall impression.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life

Highlights

  • sophisticated design

Units

438 Penn Ave Scranton, PA

Available

212

1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,650

Listed on 06/26/2026
Listed by Leah Gianacopoulos
Days on market: 75
Property Status: Active Be the first to live in this beautiful new downtown apartment building. Closing to everything in the downtown area. The heart of the bustling city! Nestled in the vibrant downtown area, this luxury rental apartment offers a refined urban lifestyle with unparalleled convenience. Boasting sophisticated design, modern amenities, and proximity to everything the city has to offer, this residence redefines luxury living. Schedule your tour today and prepare to elevate your urban lifestyle to new heights! Office Phone: (570) 587-9999 Copyright © 2026 Greater Scranton Board of Realtors MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Available

207

1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,650

Listed on 06/26/2026
Listed by Leah Gianacopoulos
Days on market: 75
Property Status: Active Be the first to live in this beautiful new downtown apartment building. Closing to everything in the downtown area. The heart of the bustling city! Nestled in the vibrant downtown area, this luxury rental apartment offers a refined urban lifestyle with unparalleled convenience. Boasting sophisticated design, modern amenities, and proximity to everything the city has to offer, this residence redefines luxury living. Schedule your tour today and prepare to elevate your urban lifestyle to new heights! Office Phone: (570) 587-9999 Copyright © 2026 Greater Scranton Board of Realtors MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Available

211

2 Beds

2 Baths

$1,950

Listed on 06/26/2026
Listed by Leah Gianacopoulos
Days on market: 75
Property Status: Pending Close to everything in the downtown area. The heart of the bustling city! Nestled in the vibrant downtown area, this luxury rental apartment offers a refined urban lifestyle with unparalleled convenience. Boasting sophisticated design, modern amenities, and proximity to everything the city has to offer, this residence redefines luxury living. Schedule your tour today and prepare to elevate your urban lifestyle to new heights! Office Phone: (570) 587-9999 Copyright © 2026 Greater Scranton Board of Realtors MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Amenities for 438 Penn Ave

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Unit Amenities
  • In-Unit Laundry
  • Hardwood Floor
  • Dishwasher

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About 438 Penn Ave

HomeApartments in Scranton 438 Penn Ave #211, Scranton, PA 18503, USA

Check out 438 in the heart of Downtown Scranton! This luxury rental apartment building offers 11 units, with 1 and 2 bedroom options ranging from 700 to 915 square feet. Residents can enjoy refined living with modern amenities, including a dishwasher and hardwood floors. The building's sophisticated design and downtown location provide the perfect setting for an urban lifestyle. Additional amenities include a secure and convenient living environment. With its prime location, this property is ideal for those looking to elevate their urban lifestyle. Note that this property is not pet-friendly and offers long-term rentals only. Currently, there are active units to make this place your home.

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Address details

Units7
Units available3
Neighborhood
City
Zip code18503

438 Penn Ave #211 is great for:

Social life

  • 160 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 285 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 67 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 438 Penn Ave, Scranton, PA 18503, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby

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Rent trends in Scranton

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 6% higher than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Scranton.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 438 Penn Ave #211 to be 7% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Downtown Scranton.

Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
Downtown Scranton
Scranton
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Scranton
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,125
October 2024$1,103
November 2024$1,065
December 2024$1,077
January 2025$1,102
February 2025$1,137
March 2025$1,241
April 2025$1,149
May 2025$1,050
June 2025$1,012
July 2025$1,005
August 2025$1,028
September 2025$1,010
October 2025$1,000
November 2025$1,000
December 2025$1,087
January 2026$1,221
February 2026$1,121
March 2026$1,238
April 2026$1,447
May 2026$1,412
June 2026$1,341
July 2026$1,305
August 2026$1,110
September 2026$1,150
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Downtown Scranton
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,495
October 2024$1,426
November 2024$1,439
December 2024$1,450
January 2025$1,486
February 2025$1,503
March 2025$1,544
April 2025$1,513
May 2025$1,483
June 2025$1,445
July 2025$1,519
August 2025$1,568
September 2025$1,641
October 2025$1,690
November 2025$1,649
December 2025$1,618
January 2026$1,592
February 2026$1,550
March 2026$1,516
April 2026$1,587
May 2026$1,568
June 2026$1,543
July 2026$1,560
August 2026$1,588
September 2026$1,555

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$66,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $66,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,650.
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 438 Penn Ave, Scranton, PA.
Last month$1,3501 bed1 bath
Last month$1,3501 bed1 bath
Last month$1,6501 bed1 bath
Last month$1,3501 bed1 bath
8 months ago$2,0001 bed1 bath
8 months ago$1,6001 bed1 bath
8 months ago$1,7001 bed1 bath
8 months ago$2,2002 bed1 bath
8 months ago$2,2002 bed1 bath

Schools near 438 Penn Ave #211

John Adams Elementary School

927 capouse ave

scranton, PA, 18509

PK, K-4Public
C-

Tunkhannock Area Primary Center

99 digger dr

tunkhannock, PA, 18657

K-2Public

Lyndwood Elementary School

2 collet st

hanover township, PA, 18706

PK, 6Public
C-
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Getting around Scranton near 438 Penn Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Points of interest for 438 Penn Ave, Scranton

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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