Why Live in Greenridge
Greenridge, located in Scranton's northeast side, offers a unique combination of historic charm and urban convenience. This neighborhood features a variety of home styles, including colorful 1910s Queen Annes, Colonial Revivals, American Foursquares, 1950s ranch-style bungalows, and Craftsman and Prairie-style homes from the 1920s. The tree-lined streets and manicured lawns create a picturesque suburban setting. Greenridge is known for its proximity to shopping, dining, and parks, with Greenridge Plaza housing a Giant grocery store, Dollar Tree, and Planet Fitness. Local dining options include The Retro Café, Nearra’s Pizzeria, Boulevard Diner, Mickey Gannon’s, and Zummo’s Café. For outdoor activities, residents can visit Nay Aug Park, located less than 3 miles south, which features a rose garden, treehouse overlook, playgrounds, and sports courts, or enjoy Crowley Park, home to the Greenridge Little League. Smaller parks like Sturgis Park, Sunset Islands, and Woodlawn Islands add to the neighborhood's green spaces. The neighborhood is well-connected with regular bus stops along the COLTS bus line and easy access to Interstates 81 and 476. The Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport is about 11 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Greenridge a good place to live?
Greenridge is a good place to live. Greenridge is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable. Greenridge is a suburban neighborhood. Greenridge has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 11.4 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $76,093 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 23.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Greenridge are renters, with 53.4% of residents renting and 46.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Greenridge can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Greenridge neighborhood guide.
Is Greenridge, PA a safe neighborhood?
Greenridge, PA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Greenridge?
The median home price in Greenridge is $229,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $45,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.67%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,180 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $51K a year to afford the median home price in Greenridge. The average household income in Greenridge is $76K.
What are the best public schools in Greenridge?
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Home Trends in Greenridge, PA
On average, homes in Greenridge, Scranton sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Greenridge, Scranton over the last 12 months is $220,000, up 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$220,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$220,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$194,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$108
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
47
Median List Price
$229,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
16%