987 Providence Rd, Scranton, PA 18508
What This House Offers
Sometimes the search for an apartment becomes more complicated than the apartment itself. Too many listings trying too hard. Too many details that sound important until move-in day arrives and ordinary life begins.Then there are places that make their purpose clear.987 Providence Road offers a furnished,one-bedroom,bottom-floor apartment in Scranton. Heat and water are included in the rent,leaving the tenant responsible for electric only. The apartment also includes access to a backyard,creating a little breathing room beyond the walls of the unit.The arrangement is straightforward. The furniture is already in place. Two major utilities are already handled. The apartment sits on the bottom floor. Much of what normally makes moving expensive,heavy,and inconvenient has already been reduced.That matters.As you read this,imagine arriving with fewer boxes and fewer purchases still waiting to be made. Picture stepping into a space that already has the basic pieces of daily life in position. A place to sit. A place to sleep. Rooms that are ready to be used rather than assembled from scratch.There is a quiet usefulness to that.The backyard adds another layer to the apartment. A little outdoor space for fresh air,a chair in the sun,or simply a change of scenery at the end of the day. Nothing oversized. Nothing theatrical. Just useful space attached to a practical home.And practicality has its own kind of strength.Heat is covered when the Scranton winter settles in. Water is covered throughout the year. The tenant pays electric,making the monthly responsibilities easier to understand and plan around. The apartment does not ask for elaborate explanations. It stands on clear terms and a simple arrangement.When the picture feels complete,reach out with your questions or schedule a private showing of 987 Providence Road.
Unit
Home Features
- Attic
- Fireplace
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Patio
- Porch
- Views
Community Features
- Tennis Court
- Waterfront
987 Providence Rd is a single-family home for rent in Scranton, PA
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1920
- Single Family Detached Home
Interior Spaces
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- 800 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom
Lot Details
- Property is zoned R1
Utilities
- Public Water Source
- Public Sewer
Explore Commute Options
What's nearby 987 Providence Rd
Get In Touch
Scranton, PA 18508
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.
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable
Driveability
Moderately drivable
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Travel and Transit
Airport
19 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Isaac Tripp El School
Grades K-5
Public
George Bancroft #34
Grades PK-5
Public
Northeast Intermediate School
Grades K-8
Public
Lutheran Academy - Scranton
Grades K-8
Private
St Clare/St Paul School
Grades PK-8
Private
Scranton Preparatory School
Grades 9-12
Private
Scranton High School
Grades 6-12
Public
Data provided by GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.
Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| University of Scranton | Drive: 4 min (1.8 mi) |
| Marywood University | Drive: 6 min (2.8 mi) |
Discover The Plot, Scranton, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 987 Providence Rd proximity to The Shops at Linden Place, Green Ridge Plaza, and The Marketplace at Steamtown. The Shops at Linden Place is 0.9 miles away, and Green Ridge Plaza is within a 20 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 987 Providence Rd are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 2.6 miles, including Steamtown National Historic Site, Everhart Museum, and Marywood University Arboretum.
Airports
Living in The Plot provides easy access to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International, located just 18 minutes from 987 Providence Rd.
Avoid Scams
Protect yourself from fraud. Do not send money to anyone you don't know.
Nearby Properties You Might Like
Within 50 Miles of 987 Providence Rd
Find More Rentals in Scranton
Bedrooms
Other Types of Rentals
Scranton Houses for Rent by Amenity
- Houses with Pets Allowed in Scranton
- Affordable Houses for Rent in Scranton
- Modern Homes for Rent in Scranton
- Houses for Rent with a Pool in Scranton
- Houses for Rent with a Yard in Scranton
- Homes for Rent with a Garage in Scranton
- Houses for Rent with Fireplace in Scranton
- Houses for Rent with a Patio in Scranton
- Houses for Rent with Washer and Dryer in Scranton
- Houses for Rent with Utilities Paid in Scranton