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Turnkey Five-Unit Apartment Building
For Sale
$449,000

522 524 River Street, Scranton, PA 18505

COMMERCIAL - Scranton, PA

Property Size7,200 SF
Lot Size0.16 Acres
Price / SF$62.36
Days on Market457

Property Features for 522 524 River Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Apartment
Zoning Residential
Bedrooms 8
Bathrooms 5
Full bathrooms 5
Rooms Bedroom 7, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 4, Bedroom 4, Basement, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 6, Bathroom 3, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 5, Bathroom 5, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 8
Parking features Alley, Off Street, On Street
Exterior features Balcony, Private Yard
Basement Full, Unfinished
Appliances Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Microwave
Elementary school district Scranton School District
Middle school district Scranton School District
High school district Scranton School District
Directions From Scranton, Take Pittston Ave. Turn onto River Street. See on Right.
Standard status Active
APN 15616040055
Size 7,200 SF
Lot size 0.16 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2024
Tax Annual Amount 7129

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Electric (Heating), Baseboard
Cooling system Ceiling Fan(s)
Water source Public

Amenities

coded entry
large backyard
off-street parking

Building Details

Year built 1919
Floors in Building 3
Number of units 5
Flooring type Vinyl
Listing Agency: SIX PM LLC
Listed By: Jeremy J Watson · License #RM425357
Added: May 24, 2025 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 23 at 12:06AM
MLS# PW-251537

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Situated at 522-524 River Street in Scranton, this well-maintained 5-unit apartment complex is offered turnkey for sale. The property is fully occupied and includes four units with extensive upgrades, such as modern kitchens with granite countertops and new appliances, updated flooring, fresh paint, and remodeled bathrooms. Each unit is separately metered, and tenants are responsible for their own electric, including heat and hot water. Water is sub-metered and can be billed back. For access and security, the building provides coded front and rear entry, and there is a large backyard along with rear off-street parking for tenant convenience.

The property is a residentially zoned asset, totaling approximately 7,200 square feet on a 0.16-acre lot. In addition to the living space, there is an expansive walk-up attic and a full-height basement, each offering practical space for additional storage or future operational enhancements.

For investors or owner-operators seeking a ready-to-rent multifamily with resident utility separation, this building’s current unit condition and separately metered setup support straightforward day-to-day management. The added attic and basement area may also appeal to buyers looking to pursue incremental rentable storage or future apartment conversions, subject to applicable approvals.

Key Highlights

  • 5‑unit property on River Street, fully occupied and generating over $54,600 in annual gross income
  • Four units have been upgraded with modern kitchens (granite countertops and new appliances) plus updated flooring, fresh paint, and remodeled bathrooms
  • Each unit is separately metered; tenants pay their own electric, including heat and hot water

Property Analytics

Current Use

Apartment buildings

Suggested Use

Top Pick Carpet & Flooring Store Locksmith Real Estate Agency Home Appliance Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Restaurant

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

5
Residential units
100%
Occupancy
Yes
Paved road access
Yes
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,340
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 18505, PA

20,982
Population
9,996
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
26%
College-Educated
87%
High-School Grad
8.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,384
Density / Sq Mi
$52,599
Median Household Income
$34,155
Median Earnings
$954
Median Rent
$139,800
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Apartment building - Fully occupied 5-unit building with separately metered utilities and coded entry, plus rear off-street parking.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 522 524 River Street Scranton, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $449,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 5‑unit property on River Street, fully occupied and generating over $54,600 in annual gross income; Four units have been upgraded with modern kitchens (granite countertops and new appliances) plus updated flooring, fresh paint, and remodeled bathrooms; Each unit is separately metered; tenants pay their own electric, including heat and hot water
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