229 Stephen Ave, Scranton, PA 18505
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SOLD
NOV 6, 2025

229 Stephen Ave
Scranton, PA 18505

Downtown
  • 9 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • 6,000 sqft

$145,000

Last Sold: Nov 6, 2025
12% below list $165K
$24/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $980/mo*
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$145,000

Last Sold: Nov 6, 2025
12% below list $165K
$24/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $980/mo*
Refinance Your Home
9 Beds
6 Baths
6,000 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Description

Rare opportunity in Scranton - 6-unit building close to downtown and the University of Scranton, plus an additional lot (Pin. 1561203000201) that may be used for parking or future expansion. Property is currently condemned and requires a full rehab but offers strong upside with separate electric and gas for each unit. Lot and building sold together as one package. Cash or hard-money only. Sold as-is. See more in remarks.
229 Stephen Ave, Scranton, PA 18505 is a 9 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 6,000 sqft multi-family in Downtown, built in 1930. It last sold for $145,000 on Nov 6, 2025 (12% below the $165,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $324,700, with a rent estimate of $1,071/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$24/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 229 Stephen Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Interior Entry,Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 9Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 6
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 6000 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: Three Or More

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
No CarportNo Attached GarageParking: Off Site,Off Street
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 6000 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 5

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Other
Building
Not a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 15612030024

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $165,000Price Per Sqft: $24/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 6000 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2178 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: SC255337Above Grade Unfinished Area: 6000Showing Requirements: Appointment Only, Showing Service, See Remarks
Last check for updates: about 22 hours ago
Listed by Mark Conway
Christian Saunders Real Estate
Bought with: Julissa Contreras, LUXE Homes Real Estate LLC
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#SC255337

Price History for 229 Stephen Ave

DatePriceEventSource
11/06/2025$145,000Sold
GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC255337
10/19/2025$165,000PendingGSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC255337
10/14/2025$165,000Listed For SaleGSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC255337
12/20/1995$27,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Scranton

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$187K
$6KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.4%
Price per sq ft
$122
$2MoM
Available listings
195
3MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,848
Assessment$15,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 229 Stephen Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
444 Orchard St, Scranton, PA
0.02
Multi-Family Home
$310,000
07/18/25
4
3
3,840
433 River St #435, Scranton, PA
0.07
Multi-Family Home
$255,000
11/17/25
10
3
3,858
302-304 S Irving Ave, Scranton, PA
0.38
Multi-Family Home
$325,000
10/20/25
8
4
3,200
530 Hickory St, Scranton, PA
0.19
Multi-Family Home
$235,000
10/24/25
6
3
2,250
114 Prospect Ave, Scranton, PA
0.16
Multi-Family Home
$426,500
08/25/25
8
4
3,568
717-719 Cedar Ave, Scranton, PA
0.36
Multi-Family Home
$350,000
08/08/25
9
4.5
4,138
826 Prospect Ave, Scranton, PA
0.46
Multi-Family Home
$359,000
06/30/26
9
4
4,976
127 S Irving Ave #L-7, Scranton, PA
0.41
Multi-Family Home
$336,000
09/22/25
8
4
4,400
631-633 Moosic St, Scranton, PA
0.27
Multi-Family Home
$175,000
10/16/25
12
2
2,996

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Downtown

At least 27 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 69 % Say car is needed

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 55 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 48 % Say parking is easy

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 46 % Say kids play outside

  • 45 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 44 % Say there's wildlife

  • 44 % Say it's quiet

  • 41 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 33 % Say there are community events

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  • Lena Fuller
    "I’ve lived here since 2001 from NJ with my late husband and our 3 children who are now adults and parents and also live in various locations in Scranton and it’s not bad in Scranton their is some people that do bad things in Scranton. "
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  • Zaza V.
    "I can tell u what those who own no dogs do not like - majority of those who walk dogs do not bag poo behind their dogs ... you may accidentally step into one at night "
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  • Artist.w80
    "The downtown area is very bustling. Not recommended for raising a family . Try the Hill section, it has a better atmosphere "
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  • Christopher M.
    "Fun downtown events for the family. Events in the parks for families and kids and even pets. That’s the only good part "
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  • Madelena P.
    "I go to school here that’s about it. It’s popular for students. It doesn’t feel all that safe, but what makes it unique is the federal building that’s right next to the county court house "
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