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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

Featuring sophisticated design and modern amenities, this property stands out with its impressive 350 photos that provide a comprehensive view for prospective renters. It's conveniently located near top-rated schools, with the nearest elementary, middle, and high schools within approximately half a mile. Additionally, it ranks in the 75th percentile for value per square foot compared to surrounding properties, highlighting its competitive pricing in the market.

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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Middle 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: 527
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: 193
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: 346
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: 193
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: 193
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.

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

Policies at 438 Penn Ave

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One-time. Refundable.

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About 438 Penn Ave

HomeApartments in Scranton 438 Penn Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania 18503, United States

Check out 438 Penn Ave in the heart of Downtown Scranton! This luxury rental apartment building offers a refined urban lifestyle with 5 units to choose from, featuring 1 and 2 bedroom options ranging in size from 825 to 915 square feet. Enjoy modern amenities like a garage, dishwasher, and hardwood floors. Experience sophisticated design and refined living in a vibrant downtown area. Currently, there are units to rent. As a resident, you'll appreciate the convenience of being in the midst of Scranton's urban scene. One of the standout features of this property is its prime location, offering easy access to all that Downtown Scranton has to offer. Note that this property is not pet-friendly and offers long-term rentals only.

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Address details

Units5
Units available5
Neighborhood
City
Zip code18503

438 Penn Avenue is great for:

Social life

  • 141 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 272 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 23 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

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
More space
The 1-bedroom is 180 sqft larger than other 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

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Rent trends in Scranton

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% higher than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Scranton.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 438 Penn Avenue to be 3% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Downtown Scranton.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Downtown Scranton
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
December 2025$1,360
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Scranton
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,400
January 2024$1,400
February 2024$1,400
March 2024$1,400

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Can I afford to live at 438 Penn Ave?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$67,000/yr

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 Avenue, Scranton, PA.
1 year ago$1,6501 bed2 bath
1 year ago$1,6501 bed2 bath
1 year ago$1,9502 bed2 bath
1 year ago$2,0002 bed2 bath
1 year ago$1,2751 bed1 bath
1 year 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 Avenue

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

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