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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

Sophisticated design and modern amenities enhance the appeal of this property, which also features an impressive collection of 400 photos for prospective renters. Positioned within the 77.78 percentile for value in the area, it offers vibrant social opportunities with 272 mixed-use spaces and 141 restaurants nearby, appealing to diverse age groups.

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
  • Covered parking
  • Images available

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: 438
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

1 Bed, 1 Bath

1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,700

Listed on 06/11/2025
Listed by Leah Gianacopoulos
Days on market: 104
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 © 2025 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

2 Beds, 2 Baths

2 Beds

2 Baths

$1,750

Listed on 01/08/2025
Listed by Leah Gianacopoulos
Days on market: 257
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

211

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,200

Listed on 06/11/2025
Listed by Leah Gianacopoulos
Days on market: 104
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 © 2025 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

214

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,200

Listed on 06/11/2025
Listed by Leah Gianacopoulos
Days on market: 104
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 © 2025 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.

Building
  • Garage Parking
Unit Amenities
  • Hardwood Floor
  • Dishwasher
  • In-Unit Laundry

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About 438 Penn Ave

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

Visit 438 Penn Ave in the heart of Downtown Scranton, where refined urban living meets modern luxury. This intimate 5-unit property offers 1 and 2-bedroom apartments, ranging from 825 to 915 square feet. Each unit boasts sophisticated design and comes equipped with desirable amenities, including a garage, dishwasher, and beautiful hardwood floors. Residents can enjoy the best of city living, with easy access to all that Downtown Scranton has to offer. A major perk of this property is its prime location, putting you steps away from the city's vibrant attractions. With its long-term rentals, this property is perfect for those looking to put down roots in a thriving urban community.

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Address details

Units5
Units available5
Neighborhood
City
Zip code18503

438 Penn Ave is great for:

Social life

  • 141 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 272 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 23 local event hubs 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
Covered parking
Garage, covered, or indoor parking is available at this address
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Scranton

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% 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 7% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Downtown Scranton.

Median rents as of Sep 20 2025.
Downtown Scranton
Scranton
A table of studio rental data trends in Scranton
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,300
November 2023$1,300
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$1,048
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Scranton
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,400
November 2023$1,400
December 2023$1,400
January 2024$1,400
February 2024$1,400
March 2024$1,400

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Rent-to-income ratio

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,675.
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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.
9 months ago$1,6501 bed2 bath
9 months ago$1,6501 bed2 bath
9 months ago$1,9502 bed2 bath
9 months ago$2,0002 bed2 bath
11 months ago$1,2751 bed1 bath
11 months ago$1,2751 bed1 bath
1 year ago$1,2751 bed1 bath
1 year ago$1,7001 bed2 bath
1 year ago$1,7001 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
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

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
VaVariety of bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 438 Penn Ave

Luke's Place
341 Adams Ave
CF Market & Deli
300 Adams Ave
Pine Brook Market
837 Capouse Ave
Redner's Warehouse Markets
550 N 7th Ave
Oaxacos Grocery
895 Providence Rd

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