- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,000 sqft
511 E Elm St, Scranton, PA 18505
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Apartment
1,000 sqft
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About this House
What's unique:Small private deckSmall shared backyardAll new flooringAmple closet spaceWasher dryer hookups
Large and newly renovated 2 bed/1 bath apartment with all new flooring, paint, and many other upgrades on Elm Street in South Side. Ample closet space, small private deck, small shared backyard and an excellent kitchen/dining area. Washer dryer hookups.
Pets ok with a $25/pet fee after approval of the pet and a 1 time $200 pet move in fee. Cost to move in is $1,900 which includes 1 month security deposit and 1st month's rent. Tenant pays water and electric and $25/month trash fee, and $10/month lawn care fee.
Required minimum income is $3,450 a month which is $41,400 a year and tenant will need to be able to prove that recent paystubs and ideally a 2024 W2 also. Minimum credit score for 1 month security deposit is 600.
$25 application fee to apply
Pets ok with a $25/pet fee after approval of the pet and a 1 time $200 pet move in fee. Cost to move in is $1,900 which includes 1 month security deposit and 1st month's rent. Tenant pays water and electric and $25/month trash fee, and $10/month lawn care fee.
Required minimum income is $3,450 a month which is $41,400 a year and tenant will need to be able to prove that recent paystubs and ideally a 2024 W2 also. Minimum credit score for 1 month security deposit is 600.
$25 application fee to apply
511 E Elm St, Scranton, PA 18505 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,000 sqft apartment in The Flats. It last sold for $80,000 on Jun 26, 2023 (8,321% above the $950 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2025 with an asking price of $950 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 22, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,245/month.
Home Details for 511 E Elm St
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment |
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Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now |
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Appliances & Utilities Refrigerator |
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Parking & Garage Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site |
Comparable Sales for 511 E Elm St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.33 | Apartment | $285,000 | 07/14/26 | 1 | 1 | 900 sqft | |
0.55 | Apartment | $135,000 | 04/30/26 | 1 | 1 | 1,598 sqft | |
0.88 | Apartment | $140,000 | 02/05/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,047 sqft | |
0.18 | Apartment | $235,000 | 06/05/26 | 2 | 1 | - | |
0.98 | Apartment | $111,000 | 06/10/26 | 2 | 1 | 800 sqft | |
0.24 | Apartment | $168,000 | 03/20/26 | 3 | 1 | 937 sqft | |
0.31 | Apartment | $1,583 | 09/18/26 | 1 | 1 | 3,580 sqft | |
1.13 | Apartment | $132,500 | 05/08/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,275 sqft | |
0.55 | Apartment | $1,719 | 09/18/26 | 1 | 1 | 3,224 sqft | |
1.45 | Apartment | $135,000 | 10/08/26 | 3 | 1 | 879 sqft |
Home facts updated by county records
Nearby homes
Get a sense of prices in the area by checking nearby homes.Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Nov 22, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $950 |
Nov 14, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $950 |
Nov 7, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $950 |
Oct 30, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $950 Price decreased by 3% |
Oct 24, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $975 Price decreased by 2% |
Oct 20, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $990 Price decreased by 1% |
Oct 13, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $1,000 |
Dec 30, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | |
Dec 20, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $1,000 |
Sep 28, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | |
Sep 18, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $1,000 |
Jun 26, 2023 Source: N/A | Sold | $80,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $2,552 | $7,500 |
Home facts updated by county records
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What Locals Say about The Flats
At least 16 Trulia users voted on each feature.
88 % Say there are sidewalks
80 % Say car is needed
74 % Say yards are well-kept
69 % Say kids play outside
68 % Say there's holiday spirit
63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
63 % Say parking is easy
58 % Say it's dog friendly
58 % Say people would walk alone at night
50 % Say streets are well-lit
43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
40 % Say neighbors are friendly
37 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
28 % Say it's quiet
22 % Say there's wildlife
19 % Say there are community events
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Frequently asked questions about 511 E Elm St
- What is the price history for 511 E Elm St?511 E Elm St in Scranton, PA last sold for $80,000 in June 2023.
- Is Scranton a buyer's or seller's market?Scranton is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Scranton?The median sale price in Scranton is $185K. That is down $8.08K from the prior month.
- What do residents say about the The Flats neighborhood?Residents describe the The Flats neighborhood in Scranton, PA as pedestrian-friendly, well-kept, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in The Flats, Scranton.
- Does 511 E Elm St have parking?Yes, 511 E Elm St in Scranton, PA has on-site parking.
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