217 Crown Ave, Scranton, PA 18505
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FOR SALE

$227,900

Original price: $237,900
  • 4 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,822 sqft

217 Crown Ave, Scranton, PA 18505

South Side
Est. Mortgage $1,543/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1930
$125/sqft
Open Parking

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 217 Crown Ave.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

4 Bedroom, 1 and 1/2 bath home, large rooms family room that leads out to side deck. 1st floor bedroom, large kitchen with all new appliances, tons of cabinets and storage space, large walk in pantry, 1st floor laundry and so much more. This home offers affordability and convenience., 5 minutes to downtown Scranton for great restaurants and shopping. If skiing, hiking, concerts, waterparks, great entertainment, or you love exploring local history are what you want, then your in the perfect location. You will be minutes away from all the action. Access to I -81/ 380 the turnpike, ect. also just a few minutes away. This lovely home has electric and oil heat, a very simple, but cute back deck and yard for great entertaining or relaxing. Amazing sunsets from a very large front porch. Tenant occupied.
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Ann L Green
Dwell Real Estate C.S. Branch Office, (570) 871-0780
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#SC263159
Also Listed on GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID.

Home Details for 217 Crown Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Other Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1822 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Electricity ConnectedAppliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Free-Standing RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: In Bathroom,Washer HookupMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric,OilNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneSpa: NoneNo FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 100 Amp ServiceHas Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Aluminum FramesFlooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Vinyl
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, Front PorchOther Structures: NoneExterior: Private YardFoundation: Block, Combination
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: AsphaltNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: 40.00Not Allowed to Raise Horses
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1822 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 63Days on Market: 71

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Residential, Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: See RemarksNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Included in Sale: Refrigerator, Range, Microwave and Dishwasher.Parcel Number: 15717030036

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $227,900Price Per Sqft: $125
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Scranton
School Information
High School District: Scranton

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: SC263159

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1822 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Sidewalks, Street LightsNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, VA Loan, FHA, Conventional, Contract

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: SC263159Attic: Crawl OpeningAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1822Showing Requirements: Appointment Only, Show Notice Required, Occupied

Additional Information

SidewalksStreet Lights

Around this home

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Neighborhood Overview

South Side
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What Locals Say about South Side

At least 106 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 69 % Say parking is easy

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 56 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 46 % Say it's quiet

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 43 % Say there's wildlife

  • 29 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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    "Carnivals and festivals make the neighborhood special. It allows for feelings of togetherness in the community"
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  • Trulia User
    "Country 2 minutes from the city very clean and beautiful up here ! No trouble for the most part very quiet "
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  • Trulia User
    "Lighting sidewalks someone is going to get hit walking in the streets the younger ones fly done wintermantle and east mountain road "
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  • Trulia User
    "Mountain outside. The city can’t get any better than east mountain ! We all know each other And can count on most neighbors "
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  • Trulia User
    "Quiet on the mountain it’s like living outside of a city with trees lakes Ams wildlife amd only a hop skip to the store Ams pharmacies etc "
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  • Trulia User
    "Hope and skip from the city love the mountain and the residents calm for the most part love it here "
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice walks has a small Lake at the top ! fish walk your dogs or jog or take your motor bike quad etc "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s quite and peaceful and everyone gets along with everyone and we all Look out for me another in the area "
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  • Trulia User
    "Living in the mountain right outside the city love the area it’s delightful to wake up in the morning and see all the different animals "
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  • Trulia User
    "Friendly not congested with homes Close to one another , nice club and lake nearby l. Know most of the residents that live up here "
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  • Monique M.
    "Pick up after your dog so when people are walking they don’t step in it. Be courteous to you neighbors."
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  • James T.
    "June and July you will hear fireworks pretty much all the time at night so I would stay away from this place if you want peace and quiet and the neighbors dog doesn't shut up across the street when they let him out"
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  • Danielle R.
    "there are alot of neighborhood kids playing..cars speed on these roads tho so it gets a little scary to ride bike in streets "
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  • Myriam C. M.
    "I’ve lived here for 16 years. We raised our children here and it’s a very nice neighborhood with caring neighbors who will watch out for each other."
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  • Jrahman93
    "Nice and quiet neighborhood. Neighbors mind their own business. Very considerate with noise and etc. Safe at night and never had any issues. "
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  • Tabitha M.
    "there are plenty of families, it can get a little loud with kids having fun. there is a dog park up the street and a playground. it's not the kind of place where you can leave you car unlocked "
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  • Tracey S.
    "There are many families in our neighborhood that live, work and go to school in South Side. Many of us have lived here our entire lives, we want to keep it safe and inviting for new families, singles and couples."
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  • Carley S.
    "I do not see many kids around here. Some areas are a lot quieter then others depending what part you are in . Many close restaurants . No walking distance grocery stores "
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  • Nina B.
    "I live in upper south side. It’s really convenient because I’m right off of 81 and 5 min from the Scranton expressway. There’s a grocery store, a CVS, and a dunkin just a few blocks away. But if you go 5 blocks down you’re really in south side and it’s pretty sketchy. So I stay away. "
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Market trends in Scranton

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$197K
$9.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$133
$11MoM
Available listings
213
18MoM

Home Value

Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1011 Hickory St, Scranton, PA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$179,000
09/18/25
4
1
1,863
427 Crown Ave, Scranton, PA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$165,000
04/30/26
3
2
1,600
410 S Irving Ave, Scranton, PA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$175,000
10/27/25
3
2
1,800
917 Hemlock Street, Scranton, PA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$200,000
08/10/26
3
2
1,136
506 Crown Ave, Scranton, PA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$234,000
06/05/26
4
2
1,400
315 Stafford Ave, Scranton, PA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$208,500
05/29/26
3
1
1,195
824 Hemlock St, Scranton, PA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$154,890
12/30/25
2
2
1,373
324 Crown Ave, Scranton, PA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$325,000
10/21/25
4
2.5
2,120

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
307 Crown Ave, Scranton, PA 18505
0.06
$244,000
4
2
2,228
Recently Sold
845 Orchard St, Scranton, PA 18505
0.05
$202,600
5
2
1,540
Off Market
936 Orchard St, Scranton, PA 18505
0.08
$211,300
4
2
1,973
Off Market
324 Crown Ave, Scranton, PA 18505
0.09
$348,700
4
2.5
2,120
Off Market
938 Orchard St, Scranton, PA 18505
0.08
$194,400
3
1
1,740
Off Market
840 Orchard St, Scranton, PA 18505
0.08
-
3
2
1,583
Off Market
918 Hemlock St, Scranton, PA 18505
0.03
$279,700
3
1.5
1,452
Off Market
926 Hemlock St, Scranton, PA 18505
0.04
$199,500
3
1
1,760
Off Market
201 Crown Ave, Scranton, PA 18505
0.03
$365,000
6
3
2,350
For Sale
920 Hemlock St, Scranton, PA 18505
0.04
$251,200
4
2
1,796
Off Market
929 River St, Scranton, PA 18505
0.11
$264,800
4
2
2,600
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 2, 2026
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC263159
PriceChange
$227,900
Price decreased by 4%
Jul 2, 2026
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC263159
Listed For Sale
$237,900
Apr 3, 2026
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC256344
ListingRemoved
$217,900
Mar 19, 2026
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC260756
ListingRemoved
$1,600
Mar 8, 2026
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC260756
PriceChange
$1,600
Price increased by 7%

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Frequently asked questions about 217 Crown Ave

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 217 Crown Ave?
    Based on a $227,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 217 Crown Ave in Scranton, PA is approximately $1,569 (about $1,228 principal & interest, $266 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 217 Crown Ave compare to homes in Scranton?
    217 Crown Ave in Scranton, PA is listed at $227,900, about 16% above the $197K median sale price in Scranton.
  • What do residents say about the South Side neighborhood?
    Residents describe the South Side neighborhood in Scranton, PA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and well-kept. See homes for sale in South Side, Scranton.
  • What are the closest schools to 217 Crown Ave?
    The closest schools to 217 Crown Ave in Scranton, PA are John G Whittier #2 (Elementary, rated 6/10), Scranton High School (Middle, rated 5/10), South Scranton Intermediate School (Elementary, rated 4/10).
  • Does 217 Crown Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 217 Crown Ave in Scranton, PA has laundry facilities.
  • Does 217 Crown Ave have a yard?
    Yes, 217 Crown Ave in Scranton, PA has a yard.
217 Crown Ave, Scranton, PA 18505 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,822 sqft single-family home built in 1930. 217 Crown Ave is located in South Side, Scranton. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID on Jul 2, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# SC263159.