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

Apartment for rent
Monthly rent
$1,650–$2,200
Beds1–2
Baths1–2
Sqft825–915
modified
5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

With sophisticated design and modern amenities, this property stands out in the market. Proximity to top-rated schools within a short distance enhances its appeal, while an impressive 400 photos provide a comprehensive view for potential renters. Valued in the 84.62 percentile for price per square foot relative to nearby properties adds to its attractiveness.

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

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Highlights

  • sophisticated design
  • modern amenities

Units

438 Penn Ave Scranton, PA

Available

1 Bed, 2 Baths

1 Bed

2 Baths

$1,650

Listed on 07/11/2024
Listed by Leah Gianacopoulos
Days on market: 576
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!

Available

2 Beds, 2 Baths

2 Beds

2 Baths

$1,750

Listed on 01/08/2025
Listed by Leah Gianacopoulos
Days on market: 395
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!

Available

2 Beds, 1 Bath

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,200

Listed on 06/11/2025
Listed by Leah Gianacopoulos
Days on market: 242
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!

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About 438 Penn Ave

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

Find your perfect urban retreat at 438 Penn Ave in the heart of Downtown Scranton! This luxury rental apartment property features 3 units, offering 1 and 2 bedroom options, ranging in size from 825 to 915 square feet. Residents can enjoy a refined urban lifestyle with modern amenities, including a convenient garage for parking. Other highlights include sophisticated design and a prime downtown location, putting you close to all the action. With its small, intimate setting, this property offers a unique living experience. Come experience the best of city living in a tranquil setting. Currently, there are units to choose from, offering the perfect blend of luxury and convenience.

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Address details

Units3
Units available3
Neighborhood
City
Zip code18503

438 Penn Ave is great for:

Social life

  • 159 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 284 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 67 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 21 local event hubs within 1 mile

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

More space
The 1-bedroom is 195 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Covered parking
Garage, covered, or indoor parking is available at this address
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

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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 to be 3% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Downtown Scranton.

Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Downtown Scranton
Scranton
A table of studio rental data trends in Scranton
MonthMedian Rent
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
December 2025$1,360
January 2026$1,360
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Scranton
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,400
March 2024$1,400

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$66,000/yr

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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$1,6001 bed1 bath
Last month$2,0001 bed1 bath
Last month$1,7001 bed1 bath
Last month$2,2002 bed1 bath
Last month$2,2002 bed1 bath
1 year ago$1,9502 bed2 bath
1 year ago$1,6501 bed2 bath
1 year ago$1,6501 bed2 bath
1 year ago$2,0002 bed2 bath

Schools near 438 Penn Ave

John Adams Elementary School

927 capouse ave

scranton, PA, 18509

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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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