430R Orchard St, Unit Garage, Scranton, PA 18505
0 bed · — · 0.7 mi from campus · 960 sq ft · Apartment
$500/mo
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Off-campus housing for freshmen near Lackawanna College
Explore freshmen housing near Lackawanna College in Scranton, PA. This guide highlights live listings, rent trends, and student-focused insights for first-year students.
Average rent
$859/mo
Walk score
61/100
Listings
24
Avg commute
~18 min
Student budget fit
Typical all-in monthly costs near Lackawanna College land around ~$2,030/mo estimated when sharing a 2BR. Use the budget calculator and roommate tools before signing — headline rent is only part of the story.
Safety insights
Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this hub are ranked for student-friendly walkability and residential stability.
Transportation for students
Transit convenience near Scranton, PA scores about 72/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.
Best areas for students
Students targeting freshmen housing often start in Scranton Heights and East Side before expanding search radius.
Popular apartment communities
Inventory near Lackawanna College includes mix of small complexes and shared houses. Compare 24 active listings filtered for freshmen housing.
Rent trends
Studio trend
$1,250/mo avg
1 bedroom trend
$1,500/mo avg
2 bedroom trend
$1,900/mo avg
This topic avg
$859/mo
Housing match score
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88/100
Relative to campus median rents
Safety
88/100
Walkability and residential stability
Convenience
83/100
Commute and daily errands
Nightlife
61/100
Social scene proximity
Transportation
84/100
Transit and bike access
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640 Jefferson Ave, Apt 2A, Scranton, PA 18510
1 bed · 1 bath · 0.2 mi from campus · 250 sq ft · Apartment
$795/mo
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1011 Washburn St, Fl 2, Scranton, PA 18504
1 bed · 1 bath · 1.2 mi from campus · 534 sq ft · Apartment
$795/mo
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1007 Washburn St, Fl 2, Scranton, PA 18504
1 bed · 1 bath · 1.2 mi from campus · 594 sq ft · Apartment
$795/mo
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835 Maple St, Apt B, Scranton, PA 18505
1 bed · 1 bath · 1.4 mi from campus · 725 sq ft · Apartment
$800/mo
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351 Main St, Apt 1, Childs, PA 18407
1 bed · 1 bath · 12.0 mi from campus · 500 sq ft · Apartment
$800/mo
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906 W Market St, Scranton, PA 18508
1 bed · 1 bath · 2.5 mi from campus · 601 sq ft · Apartment
$825/mo
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Frequently asked questions
How much does freshmen housing cost near Lackawanna College?
Filtered listings average about $859/month. Campus-wide averages run $1,500 for 1BR and $1,900 for 2BR.
Is freshmen housing good for first-year students?
International students should prioritize transit access, furnished options, and clear utility rules. Many arrivals time housing to orientation week — start early if you need guarantor or proof-of-funds paperwork.…
When should Lackawanna College students start searching?
Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For Lackawanna College, starting 60 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.
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