Rare opportunity to acquire a two-unit, 11-bedroom multifamily property in Scranton's Hill Section, approximately 2.5 blocks from the University of Scranton. The property offers established student-housing demand, separate utilities, current rental income, below-market rents and meaningful cosmetic value-add potential.
PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS
Asking Price: $410,500
11 bedrooms | 4 full bathrooms | 2 residential units
Approximately 4,400 SF
R-9 zoning
All utilities separately metered
Off-street parking
Hardwood floors, deck and porch
Washer/dryer in each unit
Approximately 1,650 SF full walk-out basement with full bathroom
Basement currently unleased and outside the existing two-unit leased space
STUDENT HOUSING / RENTAL HISTORY
The property has historically operated as student housing serving the University of Scranton market. Current tenants are paying below historical and current market rents, providing an opportunity for a future owner to reposition the property as leases expire.
Historical rents have reached approximately $535–$550 per bedroom/month. Current market rents are estimated at approximately $575–$600 per bedroom/month, subject to condition, lease terms and market conditions.
At $575/bedroom/month, 11 bedrooms represent approximately $75,900 in potential annual gross rental income. At $600/bedroom/month, potential gross rental income is approximately $79,200 annually.
Current tenant leases expire December 31, 2026 and may be extended or transitioned to month-to-month arrangements.
VALUE-ADD OPPORTUNITY
Straightforward cosmetic value-add opportunity including painting, flooring, kitchen cabinet refinishing or replacement, countertops, appliances and general kitchen/bathroom updates. Improvements could enhance student appeal and support higher rents as leases turn over.
ADDITIONAL LOWER-LEVEL SPACE
The approximately 1,650 SF full walk-out basement is currently not utilized as rental space and is outside the existing two leased units. It includes a full bathroom and provides a future owner with flexibility to determine its highest and best use. The property is zoned R-9.
INVESTMENT UNDERWRITING
Illustrative underwriting using $575/bedroom/month:
Potential Gross Rental Income: $75,900/year
Less 5% Vacancy: ($3,795)
Effective Gross Income: $72,105/year
Estimated expenses:
Property Taxes: ~$4,281/year
Insurance: ~$2,000/year
Landlord-Paid Utilities: $0
Maintenance: ~$2,400/year
Property Management: 3% of gross income, ~$2,277/year
Illustrative NOI: ~$61,100/year
At the $410,500 asking price, this represents an illustrative 14.9% capitalization rate based on $575/bedroom market rent. At $600/bedroom/month, potential gross rental income is approximately $79,200/year before vacancy and expenses.
Figures are illustrative and based on estimated market rents rather than current contract rents. Buyer should independently verify leases, rents, expenses, taxes, insurance, square footage, zoning and other property information.
LOCATION
Approximately 0.1 mile from the University of Scranton and near Moses Taylor Hospital, Geisinger Medical Center, Lackawanna College, Regional Hospital of Scranton, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine and Marywood University.
OWNER/SELLER DISCLOSURE
Seller is a licensed Pennsylvania real estate broker and is a principal in an affiliated limited liability company that has an ownership interest in the subject property. The property is being offered for sale directly by the owner and is not listed with a real estate brokerage.
Seller financing may be considered for a qualified buyer.
For sale by owner
$410,500
1214-1216 Vine St, Scranton, PA 18510
11beds
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MultiFamily
Built in ----
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$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Full walk-out basementOff-street parkingHardwood floorsDeck and porch
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Listed by:
Property Owner (570) 241-0369
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 11
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced air, Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Finished
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off-street
Features
- Exterior features: Shingle, Brick
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Mountain
Lot
- Size: 3,600 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 15709010010
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Scranton
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $12,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,281
- Date on market: 10/6/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,150/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $410,500+17.3% |
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| 11/24/2025 | Listing removed | $3,300 |
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| 10/13/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,300 |
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| 2/4/2025 | Listing removed | $3,300 |
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| 10/1/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,300 |
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| 9/24/2024 | Listing removed | $3,300 |
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| 9/20/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,300 |
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| 8/5/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/30/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,300+71.4% |
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| 3/14/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/27/2023 | Price change | $1,925-28% |
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| 11/21/2022 | Price change | $2,675+78.3% |
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| 11/4/2022 | Price change | $1,500+50% |
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| 10/18/2022 | Price change | $1,000-39.4% |
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| 10/4/2022 | Sold | $350,000 |
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| 8/25/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,650 |
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| 8/5/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/27/2022 | Price change | $1,650+22.2% |
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| 5/25/2022 | Price change | $1,350-49.4% |
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| 5/19/2022 | Listed for rent | $2,670-0.2% |
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| 5/1/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/3/2022 | Listed for rent | $2,675 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,281 +8.6% | $12,000 |
| 2024 | $3,941 | $12,000 |
| 2023 | $3,941 +78.3% | $12,000 |
| 2022 | $2,210 | $12,000 |
| 2021 | $2,210 -39.1% | $12,000 |
| 2020 | $3,630 +1.6% | $12,000 |
| 2018 | $3,574 +166% | $12,000 |
| 2017 | $1,344 | $12,000 |
| 2016 | -- | $12,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $12,000 |
| 2014 | $2,716 | $12,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $12,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $12,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $12,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $12,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $12,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $12,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $12,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $12,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $12,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $12,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $12,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $12,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $12,000 |
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