Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 10, 2026
Average rent in
Scranton, PA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 10, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Scranton rent stands today
Scranton, PA rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,350/month. Renters are paying roughly the same as last year, with no meaningful change in monthly rent costs.
Compared to national trends
Scranton sits 28.9% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a more accessible rental market with 208 total rentals available across the city.
Price ranges
Studios in Scranton run around $1,475/month, 1-bedrooms at $1,100/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,200/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,400/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,850/month. These bedroom tiers represent the range of rents available across the city.
Median rent
Median rent in Scranton
$1,350/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Scranton is $1,350 per month as of November 2026. This is 29% below the national average rent, or $550 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Scranton
208
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Scranton rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Scranton, PA
Average rent prices in Scranton have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Scranton, PA
Rent prices in Scranton vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Scranton is $1,295, whereas a house costs $1,600. 1-bedroom apartments in Scranton run $1,125 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,200.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,475 |  74% | 18% | |
1 bedroom | $1,100 |  2% | 10% | |
2 bedroom | $1,200 | No Change | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $1,400 | No Change | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $1,850 | 5% | 9% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Scranton | $1,672 | |
East Mountain | $1,446 | |
Greenridge | $1,337 | |
Hill Section | $1,475 | |
Hyde Park | $1,200 | |
Pine Brook | $1,250 | |
Providence | $1,200 | |
South Side | $1,200 | |
Tripp's Park | $1,350 | |
West Mountain | $1,400 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,295 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,350 | 2% | 2% | |
Houses | $1,600 | 3% | 3% | |
Rooms | $826 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,475
Last 30 days
74%
Last year
18%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
10%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,200
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,400
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,850
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
9%
Hill Section
Average rent
$1,475
Hyde Park
Average rent
$1,200
Greenridge
Average rent
$1,337
South Side
Average rent
$1,200
Downtown Scranton
Average rent
$1,672
Providence
Average rent
$1,200
East Mountain
Average rent
$1,446
Tripp's Park
Average rent
$1,350
Pine Brook
Average rent
$1,250
West Mountain
Average rent
$1,400
Apartments
Average rent
$1,295
Last year
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
Houses
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$826
The table above reflects average rent prices in Scranton, PA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Scranton, PA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Scranton and Blakely by all bedroom counts and property types.
Scranton
29%lower than the national median
23%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Scranton, PA is 8% lower than the median rent in Blakely, PA.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$1,462
9%$1,200
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38%$1,300
6%$1,325
2%$1,200
3%$1,200
20%$1,297
8%$1,295
13%$2,200
11%$1,800
31%$1,312
6%Cost of living in Scranton, PA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 1% higher |
| Groceries | 2% lower |
| Health | 4% lower |
| Housing | 39% lower |
| Transportation | No difference |
| Utilities | 5% higher |
Discover rentals in Scranton, PA
5d+ ago
Hyde Park apartment for rent in Scranton
1105 Rundle St, Scranton, PA 18504
Studio
0 baths
$350
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Hyde Park house for rent in Scranton
1505 Sloan St, Scranton, PA 18504
2 beds
1 bath
$800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Tripp's Park apartment for rent in Scranton
1403 N Sumner Ave #1stFL, Scranton, PA 18508
2 beds
1 bath
$875
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
539 E Market St, Scranton, PA 18509
2 beds
1 bath
$900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Hill Section apartment for rent in Scranton
1201 Mulberry St #A, Scranton, PA 18510
5 beds
2.5 baths
$3,425
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Scranton condo for rent in Scranton
509 Bogart Pl #202, Scranton, PA 18503
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,600
Price dropped $150Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
East Mountain house for rent in Scranton
4 Leslie Dr, Scranton, PA 18505
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Greenridge apartment for rent in Scranton
3 beds
1 bath
$2,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Scranton apartment for rent in Scranton
115 Penn Ave #201, Scranton, PA 18503
1 bed
1 bath
$1,499
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
21h ago
House for rent in Scranton
536 Broadway St, Scranton, PA 18505
2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Sep 11
1d ago
970 Ridge Ave, Scranton, PA 18510
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,500–$1,825
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
2000 Tall Trees Dr, Scranton, PA 18505
2–3 beds
1 bath
$1,374–$2,031
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1116 Rock St #1, Scranton, PA 18504
1 bed
1 bath
$925
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 13
4h ago
129 N Washington Ave, Scranton, PA 18503
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,250–$1,965
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5h ago
800 James Ave, Scranton, PA 18510
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,400–$2,060
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
13h ago
426 Mulberry St, Scranton, PA 18503
1 bed
1 bath
$1,350–$2,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5h ago
800 James Ave, Scranton, PA 18510
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,400–$2,060
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4h ago
129 N Washington Ave, Scranton, PA 18503
1 bed
1 bath
$1,250–$1,385
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
19h ago
Pine Brook apartment for rent in Scranton
11 Amity Ct #R, Scranton, PA 18509
1 bed
1 bath
$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
970 Ridge Ave, Scranton, PA 18510
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,500–$1,825
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Scranton, PA
Quick answers to common questions about the Scranton rental market.
How much is rent in Scranton?
The average rent in Scranton is $1,350 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Scranton?
Average rent prices in Scranton have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Scranton rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Scranton is 29% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $550 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Scranton?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Scranton are Hyde Park ($1,200/mo), South Side ($1,200/mo), and Providence ($1,200/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Scranton?
To comfortably afford rent in Scranton, you'd need to earn approximately $54,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Scranton?
July offers the best rental deals in Scranton with prices roughly 5% lower than March, which sees the highest rents and most competition. December experiences the least competition with lower overall demand, making it another favorable time for apartment hunting.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).