Studio apartments in Scranton -options?

Eli Harris Apr 7, 2026

I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is safety. I genuinely enjoy living here. Worth doing your research before committing.

37 upvotes

Gloria C. Mar 24, 2026

exactly what I was thinking

22 upvotes

Axel D. Apr 6, 2026

yeah no that's not right

18 upvotes

jameson_lover Mar 26, 2026

I work in retail here and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The job market for my field is underrated. No regrets on my end..

8 upvotes

Everly D. Mar 23, 2026

OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a contractor, 32, moved here 12 years ago from San Diego. I've lived in Downtown and Meadowbrook, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Strong job market in several industries
3. Close to major attractions
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Limited public transit options
2. Summers can be brutally hot
3. The weather situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Downtown: Great for young professionals. surprisingly good vibes, walkable.
- Meadowbrook: More affordable, family-friendly.

**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.

**Cost comparison:**
Coming from San Diego, everything felt excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $60K-$80K here.

**Final verdict:**
Hope this helps!. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.

3 upvotes