955 E Elm St, Scranton, PA 18505
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FOR SALE

$279,900

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,600 sqft

955 E Elm St, Scranton, PA 18505

South Side
Est. Mortgage $1,904/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1897
$175/sqft
Open Parking

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 955 E Elm St.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Welcome to this beautiful, modern 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home on the edge of south Scranton. The open, airy layout is filled with natural light and features exposed brick, granite counters, vinyl plank flooring, and updated finishes throughout. Both bathrooms offer spa-like touches with stylish tilework, modern vanities, and premium fixtures. Two bedrooms and the laundry are conveniently located on the first floor. This property also has plenty of on-street parking and a small yard for easy maintenance. Call for your showing today!
Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Gladys L DeSavino
Levy Realty Group, (570) 636-7160
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#SC260667
Also Listed on GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID.

Home Details for 955 E Elm St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Concrete,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Other Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1600 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Electric Range, Electric OvenDishwasherRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Ductless,Natural Gas,Hot Water,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: DuctlessHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: None
Gas & Electric
Electric: 100 Amp ServiceHas Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Luxury Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Laminate, Tile, Luxury Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionFencing: NoneExterior: Smart Lock(s)Foundation: Stone
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: On Street
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: Alley Paved, PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: 40.00
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1600 Square Feet

Days on Market

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

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1897
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Residential, Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: StoneNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16708050020

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $279,900Price Per Sqft: $175

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: SC260667

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1600 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3484.8 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, VA Loan, FHA, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: SC260667Attic: NoneAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1600Back On Market Date: Fri Aug 21 2026Showing Advance Notice: 24Showing Requirements: 24 Hour Notice, Showing Service, Occupied

Around this home

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.
  • 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
$6.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.7%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$135
$2MoM
Available listings
216
3MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$272K
Since last month
Increased$5K (+1.9%)
Since last year
Increased$5K (+2%)
Since last sale
Increased$172K (+172.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +433% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$272K
August 2026$267K
July 2026$270K
June 2026$270K
May 2026$271K
April 2026$273K
March 2026$273K
February 2026$282K
January 2026$167K
2025
2024
2023
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
840 Maple St, Scranton, PA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$169,000
10/03/25
3
1.5
1,550
1008 Crown Ave, Scranton, PA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$150,000
09/22/25
3
2
1,230
637 Brook St, Scranton, PA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$155,000
11/21/25
4
2
1,485
510 S Irving Ave, Scranton, PA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$85,000
11/06/25
3
2
1,600
1405 S Webster Ave, Scranton, PA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$155,000
07/24/26
4
2
1,525
819 Brook St, Scranton, PA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$70,000
01/05/26
4
1
1,600

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
1014 Stafford Ave, Scranton, PA 18505
0.03
$189,800
3
1.5
1,500
Off Market
922 Maple St, Scranton, PA 18505
0.05
$151,000
2
1
1,350
Recently Sold
954 E Elm St, Scranton, PA 18505
0.04
$184,200
3
1
1,200
Off Market
Maple St, Scranton, PA 18505
0.06
$134,200
2
1
-
Off Market
942 E Elm St, Scranton, PA 18505
0.05
$203,900
4
2
2,000
Off Market
929 Stafford Ave, Scranton, PA 18505
0.08
-
2
2
1,183
Off Market
Stafford Ave #1109, Scranton, PA 18505
0.07
$115,200
4
1.5
950
Off Market
1109 Stafford Ave, Scranton, PA 18505
0.07
$169,500
4
1.5
950
For Sale
1020 Maple St, Scranton, PA 18505
0.09
$258,700
3
2
1,631
Off Market
902 E Elm St, Scranton, PA 18505
0.08
$230,400
3
2
1,947
Off Market
1130 Stafford Ave, Scranton, PA 18505
0.08
$372,500
4
2
3,000
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 20, 2026
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC260667
Listed For Sale
$279,900
May 8, 2025
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC5820
ListingRemoved
$289,000
Apr 1, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,500
Jan 9, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,500
Nov 9, 2024
Source: GSBR as distributed by MLS GRID #SC5820
Listed For Sale
$289,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Gladys L DeSavino, Levy Realty Group, (570) 636-7160
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Frequently asked questions about 955 E Elm St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 955 E Elm St?
    Based on a $279,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 955 E Elm St in Scranton, PA is approximately $1,927 (about $1,525 principal & interest, $327 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 955 E Elm St compare to homes in Scranton?
    955 E Elm St in Scranton, PA is listed at $279,900, about 47% above the $191K 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 955 E Elm St?
    The closest schools to 955 E Elm St in Scranton, PA are McNichols Educational Plaza (Elementary, rated 5/10), South Scranton Intermediate School (Elementary, rated 4/10), West Scranton High School (rated 4/10).
  • Does 955 E Elm St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 955 E Elm St in Scranton, PA has air conditioning.
  • Does 955 E Elm St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 955 E Elm St in Scranton, PA has laundry facilities.
955 E Elm St, Scranton, PA 18505 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,600 sqft single-family home built in 1897. 955 E Elm 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 Feb 20, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# SC260667.