1100 Penn Avenue
1100 Penn Ave,
Scranton, PA 18509
$1,425 - $2,800
Studio - 2 Beds
University of Scranton
Scranton, PA
University of Scranton - Scranton, PA
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A prestigious Jesuit institution at the heart of the Electric City
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Catholic
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Jesuit
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Christian
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Historic
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Research
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The University of Scranton has been a fixture in its namesake city for well over a century, tracing its roots back to 1888. Enrolling around 6,000 students overall, U of S is highly regarded as one of the top regional universities in the North, earning particular recognition from U.S. News & World Report for being one of the best colleges for veterans and one of the best value schools. In addition to more traditional core curriculum and research opportunities, the university offers a program in Special Jesuit Liberal Arts, reflecting the school’s Catholic foundation.
The campus occupies a prime position in Downtown Scranton, just a couple of blocks from the Lackawanna County Courthouse Square at the center of the city. Living near the university puts you within walking distance of much of the city’s finest shopping, dining, nightlife, and entertainment, all set against a timeless historic backdrop. The popular Nay Aug Park is close by as well, providing a terrific venue for enjoying the outdoors without leaving town. Best of all, rental rates near U of S tend to be rather affordable, making it practical to live a walkable lifestyle in the heart of the city without breaking the bank.
Rent Trends
As of January 2026, the average apartment rent in Scranton, PA is $1,217 for a studio, $1,284 for one bedroom, $1,521 for two bedrooms, and $1,245 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Scranton has increased by 0.2% in the past year.
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Studio
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559 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,217/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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772 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,284/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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968 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,521/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,232 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,245/month
Average Rent
Transportation
71
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
44
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-4
348 Students
Public
Grades K-4
428 Students
Public
Grades 5-8
790 Students
Public
Grades K-4
449 Students
Public
Grades K-4
320 Students
Public
Grades 7-12
1,710 Students
Public
Grades 5-8
790 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
965 Students
Public
Grades 5-8
862 Students
Public
Grades 7-12
1,710 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,401 Students
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Points of Interest
Parks and Recreation
- Everhart Museum
- Nay Aug Park
- Steamtown National Historic Site
- Marywood University Arboretum
- Montage Mountain
Military Bases
Airports
- Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International
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