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Residential homes just minutes from Scranton's industrial history
While many people know Scranton from the hit TV show The Office, they might not know South Side. Just 1.8 miles south of downtown Scranton, South Side’s rolling hills and residential streets keep people close to the city center without putting them in the middle of the action. “It’s a little more industrial,” says Realtor Michelle Valvano with Classic Properties. “There’s a lot of sheet metal places and manufacturing, as well as old homes where coal miners used to live.” The neighborhood is just across from some of Scranton’s most important historical sites, highlighting the city’s past as a rail and iron center. With local businesses and a culture that highlights its feature in The Office, residents in South Side have plenty to do on their side of town.
Residential streets feature a variety of home types in South Side Scranton.
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South Side restaurant featured in The Office
Referenced and featured in The Office, Poor Richard’s Pub always has something going on, from weekly karaoke to football. The local joint serves standard pub food and stays open until 2 a.m., so people can stay as long as they want. For pizza and Italian cuisine, people can head over to Alfredo’s Pizza. At My Mother’s Delicacies, people can shop baked goods and classic cookies, like black and white cookies. Rugelach is their specialty, which they handroll and make fresh daily. For groceries, Taylor Commons offers a Walmart Superstore and Price Chopper about 2.8 miles from South Side. Along Meadow Avenue, people can stop at Gerrity’s. South Side Seafood has sold fresh and frozen seafood in South Side for 30 years. South Side also features many local markets featuring international goods, like Yeshiva Cooperative, International Deli and Grocery and Namaste Grocery.
Blackwatch Cafe in Nay Aug park serves breakfast foods and coffee to the community.
Vodoo Brewing serves delicious craft beer and food to the South Side Scranton community.
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Locals can explore Scranton's industrial history and parks
On the residential side of South Side, Connell Park hosts little leagues on its fields and courts. Residents can also take a dip in the pool here. For bikers, the BMX pump track adds some challenges to grow their skills. Pet owners can take their dogs to the fenced-in dog park. On the other side of Roaring Brook is Nay Aug Park, where people can hike the Davis Trail to get to The Gorge. This natural formation features the brook running through the rocky hillside, created thousands of years ago in the most recent ice age. For more recent history, downtown Scranton features Steamtown, which is operated by the National Parks Service to highlight the industrial history of Scranton. Here, visitors can take train rides through the old rail yards or visit the museum to view artifacts and watch demonstrations. The Scranton Iron Furnaces include the remnants of Scranton’s iron and steel days with big stone structures visitors can walk through.
The Scranton Iron Furnaces provide a glimpse into the area's past.
Walker and runners enjoyed the lengthy paved trail of the Lackawanna Heritage Trail.
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Traditional farmhouses and foursquares around South Side
South Side homes are a healthy mix of traditional farmhouses, American foursquares and duplexes listing between $100,000 and $225,000. Most houses feature front porches with steps connecting them to the sidewalks running on both sides of the street. When properties offer front lawns, they are often smaller, but residents still enclose them in fences and add small trees and bushes for a pop of color. Many people park in front of their homes on both sides of the street, though some houses may feature a narrow driveway or a detached garage available via an alley behind the property. St. Paul of the Cross Parish’s two spires with blue domes are visible to many residents around it.
American Foursquare homes in South Side Scranton date from the 1920s.
South Side Scranton is a community of 22,000.
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Scranton's St. Patrick's Parade and The Office 5K
Shortened to just The Parade by locals, Scranton St. Patrick’s Parade is one of the largest in the country. Local Irish groups and societies participate with bagpipes and Irish dancers. After the parade, the festivities continue at local businesses and restaurants with live music and themed activities. In July, the city celebrates Independence Day with the Scrantastic Spectacular and Fireworks Show, where members of the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic play in Courthouse Square. For fans of The Office, the city hosts a themed 5K each May. Participants dress up like characters from the show. For those who aren’t big runners, the race also offers a 1-mile walking course.
Students can volunteer at West Scranton High
For kindergarten through fourth grade, students can attend John F. Kennedy Elementary School, which receives a C from Niche. South Scranton Intermediate School serves grades fifth through eighth and obtains a C-minus from Niche. West Scranton High School offers lots of volunteer opportunities for students, and athletes can join several sports teams, like basketball, football, track and field and wrestling. The school earns a B-minus from Niche.
West Scranton High School earns an overall B- grade from niche.com.
South Scranton Intermediate serves 790 students.
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Pittston and Washington Avenues link to South Side to downtown
Scranton’s buses extend into South Side, connecting residents to amenities and downtown via Pittston and South Washington Avenues. I-81 runs along the neighborhood’s southern border, linking with Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport, only 5.5 miles away. Three different hospitals are within 2 miles of South Side, including Geisinger Community Medical Center over by Nay Aug Park and Commonwealth Health Regional Hospital of Scranton along Pine Street. In general, Scranton is popular with New York and Philadelphia commuters looking to live within two hours of their work while maintaining a lower cost of living in Scranton.
Pittston Avenue is where the majority of shopping and dining is located in South Side Scranton.
South Side Scranton enjoys frequent bus service, making commuting a breeze.
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South Side Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Side, Scranton sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in South Side, Scranton over the last 12 months is $170,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Investment opportunity with two income producing single family homes on one parcel! Whether you're looking to expand your rental portfolio or live in one home while generating rental income from the other, this versatile property offers plenty of potential.The front home offers 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, features a spacious eat-in kitchen, separate dining area, and comfortable living room.
Check out this transformed 5 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom South Side gem located at 1017 Hamm Ct that has been meticulously and freshly remodeled and has the rare and highly convenient perk of an attached garage that ensures you never have to scrape snow off your windshield again while providing excellent extra parking or storage space, all situated in a prime location just minutes from Pittston Avenue
Opportunity awaits in the heart of Scranton's vibrant Southside neighborhood. This cleared, flat, vacant lot presents a unique chance to build your vision in a well-established and accessible neighborhood. Convenient access to downtown Scranton and beyond with Route 81 only a few blocks away. Contact the zoning office for potential uses in mind. Take a swing by and check it out today.
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Great opportunity to purchase this commercial property just 2 blocks from downtown Scranton.So close to all of the action! Commercial space is occupied by longterm law office. There is also a 6th unit storefront ready to rent with adding a small partition wall. Very nice facade and ALL SEPARATE UTILITIES. Off street parking for tenants. Move fast on this gem!
Super cute 1.5 Story Cape Cod with a nice front porch and large fenced yard. Large enough that parking could easily be added. Living room has charming built in shelves. There is a good size landing on the second floor that could easily be used for additional living space.
This property is perfect for an owner occupant or investor. This home sits on one of 2 beautiful (80x75) lots. Tons of yard space to enjoy or perhaps build another structure. 1st floor unit was family occupied which includes: 2 Bedrooms; 1.5 baths; LR-DR, Kitchen. Laundry Room on main floor and Additional finished living space in the walk out lower level with a family room and 1/2 bath.
Welcome to this beautifully renovated South Side gem, ideally located just minutes from interstates, shopping, community parks, pools, and ball fields. This charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home has been thoughtfully remodeled from top to bottom, offering the character of a classic home with the peace of mind of modern updates.Purchased in 2017, the current owners took the home down to the studs and
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Excellent investment opportunity with this well maintained 4 unit. Three vacant units, two of which have been recently updated and remodeled. to live in one unit while generating rental income, this property offers a combination of cash flow potential.
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Need room for everyone? This spacious 6 bedroom, 2-bath home in South Scranton offers plenty of space to spread out and make yourself comfortable. With three bedrooms located on the second floor along with a bonus living room, the flexible layout provides extra room for a play area, home office, study space, or additional family gathering area. Conveniently located within walking distance of
Secure storage space available for personal belongings. Please note that this is not an apartment and is intended for storage only. There are no bathroom or shower facilities available.The space is approximately 100 square feet and includes lighting and shelving to help keep your items organized.If additional space is needed, it is available at $1.00 per square foot, with a 100 square
Check out this two bedroom apartment in Scranton's South Side with original hardwood floors, newly updated bathroom and updated eat-in kitchen,private back deck. Shared front and backyards. Water& sewer are included in rent! Tenant pays electricity only.Shared Laundry in basement.Sorry no petsOne year leaseFirst and securityClean criminal backgroundIncome 2.5x monthly rentApplication a
This property at 1120 Cedar Ave features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom within an 800 square foot layout. The living room offers ample space for relaxation and entertainment. The bathroom is equipped with standard fixtures and provides essential amenities. Each bedroom is designed for comfort and privacy. The property includes a washer/dryer hookup for convenient laundry access. It is smoke-free,
One room available now!Now leasing private bedrooms in this beautifully renovated 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom owner-occupied home where classic Scranton charm meets modern updates. Conveniently located just a 5-minute drive from Downtown Scranton and within 10 minutes of major hospitals, this home is ideal for students, young professionals, traveling healthcare workers, or anyone looking for a
Now Available for Rent!Welcome home to this freshly updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment featuring a versatile bonus room that can be used as a home office, playroom, additional living space, or whatever best fits your needs.Recent improvements include fresh paint and new flooring, giving the home a clean, modern feel. The kitchen is highlighted by beautiful granite countertops, offering both
Cute & Quaint Lower Level 1 Bedroom in South Scranton. Features Private Rear Entrance. Covered Patio. Built in Kitchen Seating. Quant Sized Bedroom. Ideal for 1 OccupantOwner pays: Sewer, TrashTenant pays: Electric, Gas, & WaterOne Month's Rent and One Month's Security Required. Additional Rent/Deposit may be Required based on Qualifications. Small Pets Negotiable with
Cute 2 bedroom apartment in a great, quiet southside neighborhood. Water and sewer included in the rent. There are no pets allowed, no smoking inside and no laundry facility on premises. Access to large shared yard.
Bright, freshly painted two bedroom apartment over garage overlooking large yard space with outside deck area. Washer dryer hookup in unit adds to the convenience of this nicely located, quiet Southside neighborhood. No pets allowed and no smoking inside please. Tenant responsible for all utilities
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