741 River St, Scranton, PA 18505
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FOR SALE

$25,000

Original price: $27,900

    741 River St, Scranton, PA 18505

    South Side
    Est. Mortgage $239/mo*
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    Home Highlights

    Lot/Land

    Local Information

    • Map ViewExplore the area around 741 River St.
    • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
    • Shop & Eat
    -- mins to
    Commute Destination

    About this House

    What's unique:Cleared flat vacant lot
    Opportunity awaits in the heart of Scranton's vibrant Southside neighborhood. This cleared, flat, vacant lot presents a unique chance to build your vision in a well-established and accessible neighborhood. Convenient access to downtown Scranton and beyond with Route 81 only a few blocks away. Contact the zoning office for potential uses in mind. Take a swing by and check it out today.
    Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
    Listing courtesy of Jolen Brennan
    Iron Valley Real Estate Greater Scranton, (570) 300-4766
    Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#SC252610
    Also Listed on GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID.

    Home Details for 741 River St

    Exterior Features

    Frontage
    Not on Waterfront

    Days on Market

    Cumulative Days on Market: 244Days on Market: 180+

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Land, Unimproved Land
    Property Information
    Parcel Number: 15620060019

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $25,000
    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: SC252610

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 3920.4 sqft

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: SC252610Back On Market Date: Fri May 29 2026Showing Requirements: Showing Service

    Around this home

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    Neighborhood Overview

    South Side
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    Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

    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.
    • 5qxmmyb7p6
      "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 August 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
    $191K
    $6.33K    MoM
    Sale-to-List Price
    99.7%
    0.3%    MoM
    Price per sq ft
    $135
    $2    MoM
    Available listings
    216
    3    MoM

    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.
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    Distance
    Property Type
    Sold Price
    Sold Date
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    432 Farber Ct, Scranton, PA
    0.63
    Lot/Land
    $8,500
    08/27/26
    -
    -
    722 Fig St, Scranton, PA
    0.86
    Lot/Land
    $13,500
    11/11/25
    -
    -
    620 Fig St, Scranton, PA
    0.88
    Lot/Land
    $25,000
    08/12/26
    -
    -
    431 Beech St, Scranton, PA
    0.52
    Lot/Land
    $2,272
    08/20/26
    -
    -
    615-617 Quincy Ave, Scranton, PA
    0.86
    Lot/Land
    $50,000
    12/24/25
    -
    -
    Froude Ave, Scranton, PA
    1.12
    Lot/Land
    $20,000
    04/07/26
    -
    -
    1909 Prospect Ave, Scranton, PA
    1.19
    Lot/Land
    $26,000
    12/03/25
    -
    -
    607 3rd Ave, Scranton, PA
    0.97
    Lot/Land
    $35,000
    01/09/26
    -
    -

    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
    306 S Irving Ave, Scranton, PA 18505
    0.05
    -
    6
    2
    2,000
    Off Market
    734 Orchard St, Scranton, PA 18505
    0.05
    $225,500
    3
    1.5
    1,615
    Off Market
    302-304 S Irving Ave, Scranton, PA 18505
    0.06
    $350,000
    8
    4
    3,200
    Off Market
    410 S Irving Ave, Scranton, PA 18505
    0.04
    $228,700
    3
    2
    1,800
    Off Market
    311 S Irving Ave, Scranton, PA 18505
    0.05
    -
    11
    5
    5,550
    Off Market
    716 River St, Scranton, PA 18505
    0.06
    -
    8
    3
    3,444
    Off Market
    417 S Irving Ave, Scranton, PA 18505
    0.07
    $209,000
    3
    2.5
    1,718
    Recently Sold
    710 River St, Scranton, PA 18505
    0.07
    $159,700
    3
    1
    1,000
    Off Market
    407 S Webster Ave, Scranton, PA 18505
    0.08
    $223,600
    4
    1.5
    1,930
    Off Market
    719 Hickory St, Scranton, PA 18505
    0.09
    $244,900
    3
    2
    1,700
    Off Market
    817 Hickory St, Scranton, PA 18505
    0.09
    $250,500
    4
    2
    1,700
    Off Market

    Price and Tax history

    DateEventPrice
    Jun 3, 2026
    Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC252610
    		PriceChange
    $25,000
    Price decreased by 10%
    Jan 6, 2026
    Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC252610
    		PendingToActive
    $27,900
    Sep 5, 2025
    Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC252610
    		Pending
    $27,900
    May 30, 2025
    Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC252610
    		Listed For Sale
    $27,900
    Apr 11, 2024
    Source: N/A
    		Sold
    $20,000

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    Frequently asked questions about 741 River St

    • How big is 741 River St?
      741 River St in Scranton, PA is about 0.09 acres (3,920 sq ft).
    • What is the price per acre for 741 River St?
      741 River St in Scranton, PA is listed at $25,000, or about $280K per acre.
    • 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 741 River St?
      The closest schools to 741 River St 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).
    741 River St, Scranton, PA 18505 is a lot/land. 741 River St is located in South Side, Scranton. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID on May 30, 2025. The MLS # for this home is MLS# SC252610.