Hill Section
Neighborhood in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Lackawanna County 18510
A mix of Victorian-style homes and duplexes
Mature trees and sidewalks line the neighborhood’s hilly streets, where stately homes built by Scranton’s wealthy coal barons date to the turn of the 20th century. As working-class residents moved into the community, smaller workers cottages and duplexes joined the Hill Section. Today, homebuyers will find charming Victorian-style homes with gabled roofs, towering turrets, original woodwork and recent renovations that combine historic charm with modern conveniences. Houses generally sit side-by-side on modest lots that average under a quarter-acre of land, and most feature narrow, fenced-in backyards and small porches or patios. Detached garages are common, but street parking is the norm in some parts of the neighborhood. Prices for single-family homes range from around $150,000 to $400,000, depending on the size and condition of the property. Duplexes tend to sell for about $140,000 to $300,000. Closer to the university’s campus, the Hill Section is home to student housing developments like the University Village Scranton Apartments. "The college aspect is really confined to a handful of blocks where the students are,” Rogan says. “You do have a lot of professors that live on the hill as well.”Gardens, walking trails and events at Nay Aug Park
Providing a respite from the city’s urban core, Nay Aug Park comprises 73 acres of green space tucked amid the area’s hills. The largest park in Scranton, it’s home to both indoor and outdoor attractions. The Everhart Museum displays a unique blend of art and natural history exhibits, while the English-style R.N. Davis Memorial Rose Garden is awash with color, sounds and fragrances. Hikers frequent the Davis Trail, a 2-mile paved path along the Roaring Brook tributary. It connects to several observation platforms overlooking the roaring waters of the Nay Aug Gorge, including the wooden David Wenzel Tree House. Locals also gather in the park for various community events, including movies and concerts in the summer. Annual festivals range from cultural events like the NEPA Latino Fiesta and the Jewish Food Fest to seasonal festivities such as the Electric City Flower Show and the Holiday Light Spectacular. For golf enthusiasts, the public Pine Hills Country Club is less than a 10-mile drive southwest and has an 18-hole, par 71 golf course.Specialized academic pathways at Scranton High School
The Scranton School District earns a C-plus from Niche and has an average student-teacher ratio of 14-to-1. Students can begin their education at William Prescott Elementary School, which earns a 4 out of 10 from GreatSchools. Northeast Scranton Intermediate School has a C from Niche, while Scranton High School is rated a B. The high school has specialized academic pathways in five fields: business, English-language arts, history, mathematics and science. The University of Scranton offers both undergraduate and graduate programs, and the Royals compete in Division III athletics. The university invites residents of the Hill Section to attend its cultural events and performances, while initiatives like the biannual Street Sweep Event work to keep the neighborhood clean.Proximity to Downtown Scranton
COLTS provides local bus service to the community, with stops along the Hill Section’s main streets. Residents can hop on the bus and head east to downtown, among other destinations. Interstate 81 runs along the neighborhood’s eastern edge and offers convenient commutes to Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport, less than a 10-mile drive south. With sidewalks lining most of the Hill Section’s streets, residents can walk to the neighborhood’s restaurants, parks and hospitals.Local restaurants along Mulberry Street
Casual eateries line Mulberry Street near the University of Scranton. The Halal Brothers is a local food truck making gyros and falafel to-go, while Granteed’s Pizza has been serving up fresh pies for over 50 years. “It’s near the campus, but a lot of locals go there for grab-and-go,” Rogan says. For a sit-down meal, Café Classico serves authentic Italian food in an intimate dining room with exposed brick walls. Farther north of the university, Mansour’s Market is a quaint café known for its coffee and breakfast specials. Neighborhood watering holes include Jack’s Draft House, a cozy bar serving classic cocktails and pub grub long after sunset. For groceries, there’s a Valley Supermarket in the neighborhood’s northwestern corner.Award-winning care at the Regional Hospital of Scranton
The Hill Section is home to three hospitals: the Regional Hospital of Scranton, Moses Taylor Hospital and the Geisinger Community Medical Center. The Regional Hospital of Scranton is known for its orthopedic services, and Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania has designated it a Blue Distinction Center+ for hip and knee replacement surgery.
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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
2 in Hill Section
$59K - $127K Price Range
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Felipe Rosero Salazar
Felipe Rosero Salazar
Christian Saunders Real Estate
(272) 770-3331
42 Total Sales
5 in Hill Section
$12K - $250K Price Range
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Tim Meagher
Tim Meagher
RE/MAX Wayne
(272) 335-5841
396 Total Sales
1 in Hill Section
$1,425,000 Price
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Bridget Gelderman
Bridget Gelderman
Responds QuicklyDavis R. Chant - Hawley - 1
(272) 770-2380
329 Total Sales
1 in Hill Section
$220,000 Price
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Chelsea Aleksich
Chelsea Aleksich
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Real Estate - Stroudsburg
(272) 213-7234
160 Total Sales
4 in Hill Section
$240K - $365K Price Range
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Amy Gearhart
AG
Amy Gearhart
Responds QuicklyCOWLEY REAL ESTATE
(272) 770-3371
46 Total Sales
2 in Hill Section
$69K - $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
Royal Courts at DeNaples Fields
Nay Aug Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Hill Section | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Hill Section Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hill Section, Scranton sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Hill Section, Scranton over the last 12 months is $206,500, up 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$227,500
Median Sale Price
$206,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$229,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$210,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
66
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
21%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$111
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
813
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1936
Months of Supply
1.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,221
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,867
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,459
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,100
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 2111am - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,325 - $2,000 per month
- Lofts at the Mill
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-3 Baths
- 719+ Sq Ft
- 800 James Ave
- Scranton, PA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
11,893
Median Age
30
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$55,187
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,453
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.4%
College Graduates
36.2%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.7%
% Population in Labor Force
55.2%
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
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
66
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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