Tripp's Park
Suburban Neighborhood in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Lackawanna County 18504, 18508
Tripp’s Park’s covered porches
Homes sit toward the front of green lawns that are punctuated with bushes and trees, and thin sidewalks line the wide roads. There are many different architectural styles in the neighborhood, including Foursquare, bungalows and new traditional homes with colonial influences. Dormer windows are a popular feature, as are covered porches where residents can sit and watch the sunset. Most single-family properties sell for between $125,000 and $250,000.
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Home to the Houdini Museum
Residents can get some fresh air and exercise at the playground and basketball courts at Tripp Park, which sits next to Isaac Tripp Elementary School. Families can also bring their children to the Cayuga Field and Playground or travel less than 1 mile into Rockwell Park, where they can play baseball and explore the swings and slides.Tripp’s Park is home to the Houdini Museum, Tour & Magic Show, the only museum in the world dedicated to Harry Houdini. People can watch a magic show there and learn about Houdini and some of his most famous escapes. The neighborhood is also 2 miles from the Steamtown National Historic Site, where people can study the history of steam engines. The Circle Drive-In is an outdoor movie theater that shows films and hosts a weekly flea market from March through November of each year. It is 5 miles away.
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Scranton schools feature famous fictional alum
Part of Scranton School District, students can start at Isaac Tripp Elementary School, which is rated C by Niche. They can attend South Scranton Intermediate School, which scores a C-minus, before becoming an Invader at West Scranton High School, which earns a B-minus. The high school has a large athletics department, including a softball team with several all-state players. West Scranton High School is rumored to have a famous fictional alum, Jim Halpert from “The Office.” Private schools in the area include Scranton Preparatory School, which earns an A.
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Locals celebrate in Scranton
Scranton hosts several events throughout the year that residents of Tripp’s Park can attend. The monthly First Fridays encourage people to engage with local restaurants, galleries and stores. Annual events include the Saint Patrick’s Parade, which is the second-largest Saint Patrick’s Day celebration in the country. “We actually had a float in the parade,” Beck says. The whole community gets involved, with businesses, nonprofits and clubs being able to join the procession.
COLTS travels from Tripp’s Park to Scranton
The County of Lackawanna Transit System (COLTS) has several routes that run through Tripp’s Park, carrying residents to Gerrity’s, Viewmont Mall, the Steamtown National Historic Site and other destinations in greater Scranton. US Route 11 goes through the middle of the neighborhood and runs parallel to Interstate 81, creating an increased traffic flow. The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport is 10 miles away and offers flights to popular US cities and connections to international destinations.Local businesses are community staples
Residents can grab a bite to eat at one of the restaurants in town, including Farr Street Tavern, which serves bar food with a twist. For a sweet treat, people visit the family-owned Kosher bakery, National Pastry Bake Shop. “They’re like a landmark,” says Mary Beck, owner of Central Station Marketplace & Antiques. Her store has been in Tripp’s Park for three years, although she has been running it since 2017. People go grocery shopping at Gerrity’s or Giant, which is less than 1 mile away. For more retail and dining options, they can travel the 3 and a half miles to Viewmont Mall or the 2 miles to The Marketplace at Steamtown. Any other essentials can be found at Walmart, 3 miles away, or Lowe’s, about 4 miles away.
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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
111 Total Sales
5 in Tripp's Park
$75K - $238K Price Range
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Felipe Rosero Salazar
Felipe Rosero Salazar
Christian Saunders Real Estate
(272) 770-3331
42 Total Sales
3 in Tripp's Park
$90K - $230K Price Range
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Michael Clark
Michael Clark
Cobblestone Real Estate LLC
(272) 770-2939
46 Total Sales
2 in Tripp's Park
$137K - $185K Price Range
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Danielle Rovito
Danielle Rovito
RE/MAX Crossroads
(570) 857-2385
124 Total Sales
1 in Tripp's Park
$100,000 Price
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Jahan Tabatabaie
Jahan Tabatabaie
Responds QuicklyFamily Investments Realty
(272) 808-0385
24 Total Sales
3 in Tripp's Park
$110K - $325K Price Range
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Sara Weiss
Sara Weiss
Responds Quickly(272) 207-3057
68 Total Sales
3 in Tripp's Park
$5K - $155K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Weston Park
City Line Park
Dunmore Civic Center Park
Rockwell Park
Tripp Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Tripp's Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Tripp's Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Tripp's Park, Scranton sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Tripp's Park, Scranton over the last 12 months is $154,500, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$169,900
Median Sale Price
$154,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$165,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
44
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$109
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
654
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1950
Months of Supply
2.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,622
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,231
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,125
Median Age
39
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$44,204
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,985
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.4%
College Graduates
18.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
32''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
22
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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