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The Plot sits on the outskirts of the Electric City
The Plot allows residents to enjoy the benefits of downtown Scranton without the bustle of the Electric City. Single-family homes are close together, allowing people to sit on their porches and talk to each other. The Co-Op Farmer’s Market, which has been running for over 80 years, sells fresh produce during the summer and fall. Students in the area are zoned for Scranton School District, which earns a C-plus from Niche. Weston Field and Riverfront Sports allow people to embrace their active sides.
Beautiful colorful homes let you stand out in The Plot.
Beautiful green trees and the Lackawanna River surround The Plot.
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Single-family homes with gambrel roofs
Single-family homes sit behind bushes at the front of long, grassy lots with driveways running along the side. Vehicles overflow onto street parking, leaving just enough room for a car to pass through, and sidewalks walk up to large, covered porches where people can sit and talk to their neighbors. Gambrel roofs and columns are standard features homes with Dutch and colonial influences that populate the area. Prices for these homes typically range between $90,000 and $200,000.
Quiet streets make The Plot the perfect place to live.
The lovely Prairie style home in The Plot is the perfect place to lay your head.
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Co-Op Farmer’s Market sells fresh produce
Several locally owned restaurants in The Plot, including Glider Diner, serve American classics. The V Spot is a bar with a wide food and drink selection but is best known for hosting live music. North Scranton, which is just 1 mile away, also has a lot of restaurants for people to visit. “They’re all mom-and-pops,” says John Cognetti, Realtor with Hinerfeld Commercial Real Estate and lifetime Scranton resident. People can find fast food restaurants, including Taco Bell, in the neighborhood.
The Co-Op Farmer’s Market is open from July to November every year. “The farmer’s market has existed for a long time,” Cognetti says. “Even as a kid, I used to go there.” Founded in 1939, the market allows farmers to rent a booth to sell fresh produce. Cognetti mentioned that people will sell homemade pastries and an “interesting selection of canned goods.” Locals can get the rest of their groceries at Giant or Oaxaca’s Grocery, part of the Providence Plaza shopping center. More retail and dining options can be found 5 miles away, at Viewmont Mall, and larger stores, such as Walmart and Lowe’s, are between 3 and 5 miles away.
The local co-op market in The Plot is the place to go for all the local business.
Co-Op Farmers Market
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Celebration of Northeastern Pennsylvania musical talent
While residents will travel to downtown Scranton for some events, including monthly First Friday programs and the annual Saint Patrick’s Parade, there is plenty to do in The Plot. The V Spot hosts the annual Steamtown Music Awards, which celebrates the talent in Northeastern Pennsylvania (NEPA). The bar also partners with NEPA Scene to host the “Rising Talent” open-mic series.
Scranton High School and the Knight Players
Part of Scranton School District, students start at John Adams Elementary School, which receives a C from Niche. Next, they can attend West Scranton Intermediate School, rated B-minus, before going to Scranton High School, which earns a B. The Knight Players Theatre Troupe is the high school’s drama club, where members learn all aspects of production that go into live theater.
Scranton High School
Northeast Scranton Intermediate School provides a middle school education for students.
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Weston Field has pool and playground
People in the area can become members of Weston Field, a community center that includes a full weight room and gym, an indoor and outdoor pool and a playground. Membership is available to everyone, with a discount for Scranton residents. Locals can also join a sports league at Riverfront Sports, a year-round indoor sports complex that offers baseball, soccer, volleyball and several other games. For outdoor adventures, people can cross the Lackawanna River to explore the Chic Feldman Field and Playground, which has a baseball field and is less than 1 mile from the neighborhood.
Residents can travel to downtown Scranton for more options to spend their time. They can visit the animals at the Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den, which is 1 mile away and features octopi and stingrays. The Steamtown National Historic Site is a 1-and-a-half-mile drive with train rides that explore the historic railroad yard or bring people through the Poconos.
The local transit line will take you from The Plot to anywhere you need.
COLTS offers free rides to senior citizens
The County of Lackawanna Transit System (COLTS) carries passengers from The Plot to Viewmont Mall and other major destinations in greater Scranton. People over 65 years old can ride with COLTS for free. US Route 11 runs along the southern parts of the neighborhood, far from the residential areas. A railroad runs along the route, although it is primarily used for commercial transportation. The Wilkes-Barre/International Airport is within 10 miles of the neighborhood, offering flights to several US cities and connections to international destinations.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Crime and Safety
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The Plot
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Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
7
4
Crime Score
8
4
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The Plot Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in The Plot, Scranton sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in The Plot, Scranton over the last 12 months is $170,000, up 55% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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