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    540 Ripple Street, Scranton, PA 18505

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    $295,000

    MULTI_FAMILY - Other - Scranton, PA

    Property size:
    2,250 SF
    Lot size:
    0.15 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $131/SF
    Added:
    Jun 24, 2026
    Days on Market:
    4
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 27 at 3:06 am

    Property Features for 540 Ripple Street

    General Information

    Property type
    Residential Multi Family
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    r1
    Bedrooms
    5
    Bathrooms
    2
    Rooms
    Bedroom 5, Bedroom 3, Basement, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
    Fencing
    Fenced
    Basement
    Concrete
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    16710020061
    Size
    2,250 SF
    Lot size
    0.15 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2025
    Tax Description
    40X160 W-20 B-0440 L-0190 P-02200
    Tax Annual Amount
    4015

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Natural Gas

    Building Details

    Year built
    1930
    Floors in Building
    2
    Number of units
    2
    Flooring type
    Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
    Building materials
    Stucco
    Architectural style
    Other

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    JOSEPH a BROGAN

    Listing agent JOSEPH a BROGAN

    Listing office O BOYLE REAL ESTATE LLC 412 South State Street, Clarks Summit, PA

    Listing date Jun 24, 2026

    MLS# SC262957 Listing URL

    Copyright © 2026 Greater Scranton Board of Realtors MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Home built in 1930 with stucco exterior and a fenced yard
    • Currently used as a single 5‑bedroom home, with a layout also set up as a 2‑family configuration
    • 2‑family setup noted as a 2‑bedroom unit and a 3‑bedroom unit (verify registration with the city)
    • Includes a 2‑car garage and is situated on a corner lot
    • Heating is natural gas
    • Interior flooring includes wood, carpet, and vinyl

    Overview

    This well-maintained duplex-style residence is currently configured for flexible living. The property is described as presently used as a single 5-bedroom setup, while also being arranged as a 2-bedroom and a 3-bedroom, for a total of two units. A two-car garage and a corner-lot setting add to the practical livability of the home.

    The property is located in Scranton, Pennsylvania on Ripple Street and sits on a 0.15-acre lot. The listing notes that the seller states the property is registered as a two-family, with the recommendation to verify that information with the city.

    For buyers seeking residential income, the existing two-unit configuration may align with owner-occupied or rental scenarios, while the current 5-bedroom use supports single-household occupancy. Showings are limited to weekdays from 4:30 to 7:00 PM and weekends with additional time by request. All information is approximate and not warranted, so prospective buyers should confirm registration details and any intended use with the appropriate local authorities.

    Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

    Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

    NOI Build-Up
    Vacancy
    income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
    EGI (Effective Gross Income)
    gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
    OpEx (Operating Expenses)
    recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
    NOI (Net Operating Income)
    income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

    Component $ $/SF
    Gross rent $28.4k $12.60
    − Vacancy −$1.8k −$0.82
    EGI $26.5k $11.78
    − OpEx −$8.0k −$3.53
    NOI $18.6k $8.25
    2,250 SF · lease $12.60/SF/yr · vacancy 6.50% · expense 30.00%

    Alternative Uses

    Best Use
    Multifamily LT 5
    $265.1K
    $231.9K – $309.3K (±1% cap)
    NOI $18,555 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.29%
    Second Best
    Apartment 5plus
    $247.8K
    $216.8K – $289.1K (±1% cap)
    NOI $17,346 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.88%
    Theoretical Best
    Office A
    $571.1K
    $499.7K – $666.3K (±1% cap)
    NOI $39,976 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 13.55%
    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Duplexes

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Skin Care Clinic

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Scranton
    County
    Lackawanna
    State
    Pennsylvania
    Longitude
    -75.677332
    Latitude
    41.386431

    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Duplex - Well-maintained duplex-style home offering flexible use as a two- or multi-bedroom setup with a two-car garage on a corner lot.
    Where is this duplex located?
    The property is located at 540 Ripple Street Scranton, PA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $295,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Home built in 1930 with stucco exterior and a fenced yard; Currently used as a single 5‑bedroom home, with a layout also set up as a 2‑family configuration; 2‑family setup noted as a 2‑bedroom unit and a 3‑bedroom unit (verify registration with the city)
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