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Highlights

  • Modern living
  • Refrigerator/freezer
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Laundry hookups
  • Well-maintained lawn
  • Modernized luxury vinyl plank flooring

Location

1608 East Gibson Street, Scranton, Pennsylvania 18510, United States|Hill Section
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Management

Valex Property Management LLC

Leasing office

(570) 266-1339

Property Overview

1608 E Gibson St is a highly rated property that combines modern living with exceptional amenities, including a fully equipped kitchen and modern luxury vinyl plank flooring. With an impressive overall rating of 8 out of 10 from Zumper, it showcases a strong balance of price and value, as well as a prime location near top-rated schools and convenient access to essential services. Additionally, the property demonstrates transparency and trustworthiness, providing potential renters with a clear understanding of its offerings.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

7.8
Very Good
1608 E Gibson St is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath1,000 sqft$1,200 /mo2 units availableWelcome to your new home at 1608 East Gibson Street, Apartment 2, located in the heart of Scranton, PA! This charming and modernized 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment offers the perfect combination of comfort, style, and convenience. Step inside to find luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout and a beautifully tiled bathroom that adds a touch of sophistication. The kitchen comes fully equipped with a refrigerator/freezer and stove, making meal prep simple and efficient. The unit also includes laundry hookups, adding ease to your daily routine. Stay warm during the colder months with efficient baseboard heating, and enjoy access to a well-maintained lawn perfect for relaxing outdoors. The property is ideally situated near local shops, restaurants, parks, and major highways, providing everything you need within easy reach. This apartment is perfect for renters seeking a comfortable and convenient lifestyle in a quiet yet accessible Scranton neighborhood. Experience modern living—schedule a showing today!

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About 1608 E Gibson St

HomeApartments in ScrantonHill Section 1608 E Gibson St

Welcome to your new home at 1608 East Gibson Street, Apartment 2, located in the heart of Scranton, PA! This charming and modernized 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment offers the perfect combination of comfort, style, and convenience. Step inside to find luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout and a beautifully tiled bathroom that adds a touch of sophistication. The kitchen comes fully equipped with a refrigerator/freezer and stove, making meal prep simple and efficient. The unit also includes laundry hookups, adding ease to your daily routine. Stay warm during the colder months with efficient baseboard heating, and enjoy access to a well-maintained lawn perfect for relaxing outdoors. The property is ideally situated near local shops, restaurants, parks, and major highways, providing everything you need within easy reach. This apartment is perfect for renters seeking a comfortable and convenient lifestyle in a quiet yet accessible Scranton neighborhood. Experience modern living—schedule a showing today!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.8
/10
Very Good
1608 E Gibson St is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 1608 E Gibson St
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 1608 E Gibson St is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Hill Section. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1608 E Gibson St is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1608 E Gibson St is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1608 E Gibson St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 1608 E Gibson St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Hill Section

2-bedroom apartments at 1608 E Gibson St cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Hill Section.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Hill Section
Scranton
A table of studio rental data trends in Scranton
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,300
January 2024$1,300
February 2024$1,300
March 2024$1,300
April 2024$1,300
May 2024$1,300
June 2024$1,270
July 2024$1,140
August 2024$1,312
September 2024$1,315
October 2024$993
November 2024$801
December 2024$842
January 2025$1,112
February 2025$1,300
March 2025$1,340
April 2025$1,350
May 2025$1,351
June 2025$1,360
July 2025$1,360
August 2025$1,067
September 2025$1,118
October 2025$1,230
November 2025$1,293
A table of studio rental data trends in Hill Section
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,300
January 2024$1,300
February 2024$1,300
March 2024$1,300
April 2024$1,300
May 2024$1,300
June 2024$1,315
July 2024$1,325
August 2024$1,325
September 2024$1,323
October 2024$1,294
November 2024$1,161
December 2024$1,022
January 2025$1,287
February 2025$1,300
March 2025$1,340
April 2025$1,350
May 2025$1,351
June 2025$1,362
October 2025$1,356
November 2025$1,336

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$48,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,200.
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Getting around Scranton near 1608 East Gibson Street

Walking

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

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

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

Points of interest for 1608 East Gibson Street, Scranton

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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