Greenridge
Suburban Neighborhood in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Lackawanna County 18509
Early 20th-century suburban charm
These classically suburban streets are lined with everything from colorful 1910s Queen Annes to stately Colonial Revivals and American Foursquares built between 1920 and 1930. There are even 1950s ranch-style bungalows and 1920s Craftsman and Prairie-style homes. The narrow sidewalks are bathed in the shade of Greenridge’s towering trees. Backyards are enclosed by tall privacy fencing, while manicured front lawns and gardens are left open or bordered merely by white picket fencing. Most homes feature narrow driveways, so there aren’t a lot of cars parked on these quiet residential streets. Prices here start at $150,000 for well-maintained but minimally updated homes with two or three bedrooms and can go as high as $450,000 for fully renovated five- or six-bedroom homes.
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Parks around the corner
Less than 3 miles south of Greenridge, Nay Aug Park sprawls over nearly 75 acres, offering everything from a formal rose garden to a treehouse-style overlook above the Nay Aug Gorge. There’s also the Everhart Museum, with its art and natural history exhibits. When the weather’s nice, locals from around Scranton flock to the park to enjoy its expansive green spaces, paved trails, playground and sports courts. Off Highnett Place on the neighborhood’s north side, there’s another playground and more sports courts at Crowley Park. Every summer, baseball fans and young players fill Crowley Park, home of the Green Ridge Little League since 1951. Smaller community parks include Sturgis Park, Sunset Islands and Woodlawn Islands. When winter comes, locals can hit the slopes at Montage Mountain Ski Resort, about 10 miles south of home.
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Public and private school options
Neighborhood kids can go to Robert Morris Elementary, Northeast Scranton Intermediate and Scranton High for preschool and 12th grade. In early 2024, both Robert Morris and Northeast Scranton earned C grades from Niche. Scranton High earned a B that same year. The high school has robust sports and music programs, and the Scranton High Knights are known for performing well in the Scholastic Scrimmage and Scholastic Bowl academic contests. There are two private schools in the neighborhood, too. Saint Paul/Saint Clare serves students between preschool and eighth grade on the north side, while Scranton Prep serves high schoolers on the south side. Both schools are conveniently located within a mile of most Greenridge homes.
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Festivities in downtown Scranton
The Scranton St. Patrick's Parade is the city’s biggest annual event; the celebration draws crowds of more than 100,000 to the city center each March for live music, Irish dance performances, elaborate parade floats and feasts prepped by local vendors. Throughout the year, there’s everything from pop-up park picnics and holiday light displays to La Festa Italiana, a four-day celebration of food and culture, too. All these festivities and more take place in downtown Scranton, less than 3 miles south of most homes.
Navigating the city and beyond
Commonwealth Health Moses Taylor Hospital and Commonwealth Health Regional Hospital of Scranton are both located within 2 miles of most Greenridge homes. Interstate 81 loops around the city and transports commuters to Northern New York, while Interstate 476 provides easy access to Philadelphia. These two main thoroughfares are both less than 6 miles from Greenridge. Bus stops along the County of Lackawanna Transit System’s bus line, COLTS, are spaced at regular intervals throughout the neighborhood, making it easy to get around without a car, too. And for those who need to venture farther afield, the Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport is about 11 miles south.Retailers and restaurants close to home
Residents can grab groceries at Ricardo’s Market in Dunmore, less than a mile and a half away. In Green Ridge Plaza, the local GIANT is even closer. With Dollar Tree and Planet Fitness, too, this shopping center is a hub for everything from everyday essentials to exercise. Browse for handmade, repurposed and vintage treasures at On&On Scranton, off Capouse Avenue. The vintage vibes extend across the street to The Retro Café, where locals head for espresso, or casual breakfast and lunch fare. A few blocks north up Capouse, the cozy Nearra’s Pizzeria is known for its deep dish and double-crust pies. Between Electric and Deacon Streets on Greenridge’s north side, Boulevard Diner serves authentic Greek fare, and Mickey Gannon’s is a local favorite for classic pub fare. Zummo’s Café, off Marion Street, has specialty cold brew and house-baked goods in a laidback setting.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Charisse Messina
Charisse Messina
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Preferred Properties
(272) 770-2912
110 Total Sales
4 in Greenridge
$24K - $244K Price Range
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Felipe Rosero Salazar
Felipe Rosero Salazar
Christian Saunders Real Estate
(272) 770-3331
42 Total Sales
1 in Greenridge
$180,000 Price
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Michael Clark
Michael Clark
Cobblestone Real Estate LLC
(272) 770-2939
46 Total Sales
2 in Greenridge
$160K - $312K Price Range
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Julie Mccormick
Julie Mccormick
Christian Saunders Real Estate
(856) 746-4854
39 Total Sales
2 in Greenridge
$195K - $400K Price Range
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Chelsea Aleksich
Chelsea Aleksich
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Real Estate - Stroudsburg
(272) 213-7234
160 Total Sales
1 in Greenridge
$157,000 Price
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Amy Gearhart
AG
Amy Gearhart
Responds QuicklyCOWLEY REAL ESTATE
(272) 770-3371
46 Total Sales
2 in Greenridge
$72K - $250K Price Range
Schools
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- 7th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Sherwood Park
Weston Park
City Line Park
Dunmore Civic Center Park
Bellman Street Park
Rockwell Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Greenridge | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Greenridge Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Greenridge, Scranton sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Greenridge, Scranton over the last 12 months is $218,000, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$230,000
Median Sale Price
$218,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$216,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
47
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
15%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$109
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
639
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1940
Months of Supply
2.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,993
On par with the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,098
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 1412 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,425 - $2,800 per month
- 1100 Penn Avenue
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 570+ Sq Ft
- 1100 Penn Ave
- Scranton, PA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,595
Median Age
39
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$51,468
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$76,093
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.2%
College Graduates
23.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.6%
% Population in Labor Force
52.8%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
37''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
64
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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