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Tripp's Park

Tripp's Park

Suburban Neighborhood in Scranton, Pennsylvania

Lackawanna County 18504, 18508

$167,530 Average Value
$111 Average Price per Sq Ft
13 Homes For Sale

Short drive from downtown Scranton

Tripp’s Park is a small neighborhood that sits 2 miles outside of downtown Scranton. The streets are filled with independent businesses where people can purchase a cupcake or shop for antiques. Because US Route 11 runs through the middle of town, it is easy for residents to access nearby malls and big-box stores. Residents can connect with nature at Tripp Park or spend their weekend at the Houdini Museum, Tour & Magic Show. Students here are served by the Scranton School District and can participate in athletics and other extracurriculars.

Tripp’s Park’s covered porches

Homes sit toward the front of green lawns that are punctuated with bushes and trees, and thin sidewalks line the wide roads. There are many different architectural styles in the neighborhood, including Foursquare, bungalows and new traditional homes with colonial influences. Dormer windows are a popular feature, as are covered porches where residents can sit and watch the sunset. Most single-family properties sell for between $125,000 and $250,000.

Street view of twin homes in Tripp's Park.
Street view of twin homes in Tripp's Park.
Aerial view of Tripp's Park shows nice size property lots.
Aerial view of Tripp's Park shows nice size property lots.
Newer colonial homes can be found in Tripp's Park.
Newer colonial homes can be found in Tripp's Park.
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Local businesses are community staples

Residents can grab a bite to eat at one of the restaurants in town, including Farr Street Tavern, which serves bar food with a twist. For a sweet treat, people visit the family-owned Kosher bakery, National Pastry Bake Shop. “They’re like a landmark,” says Mary Beck, owner of Central Station Marketplace & Antiques. Her store has been in Tripp’s Park for three years, although she has been running it since 2017. People go grocery shopping at Gerrity’s or Giant, which is less than 1 mile away. For more retail and dining options, they can travel the 3 and a half miles to Viewmont Mall or the 2 miles to The Marketplace at Steamtown. Any other essentials can be found at Walmart, 3 miles away, or Lowe’s, about 4 miles away.

Buying some fresh baked bread at National Pastry Bake Shop in Tripp's Park.
Buying some fresh baked bread at National Pastry Bake Shop in Tripp's Park.
Central Station Antiques has furniture and much more in Tripp's Park.
Central Station Antiques has furniture and much more in Tripp's Park.
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People take photos in front of The Office Murals that are throughout neighborhoods in Scranton.
People take photos in front of The Office Murals that are throughout neighborhoods in Scranton.

Locals celebrate in Scranton

Scranton hosts several events throughout the year that residents of Tripp’s Park can attend. The monthly First Fridays encourage people to engage with local restaurants, galleries and stores. Annual events include the Saint Patrick’s Parade, which is the second-largest Saint Patrick’s Day celebration in the country. “We actually had a float in the parade,” Beck says. The whole community gets involved, with businesses, nonprofits and clubs being able to join the procession.

Scranton schools feature famous fictional alum

Part of Scranton School District, students can start at Isaac Tripp Elementary School, which is rated C by Niche. They can attend South Scranton Intermediate School, which scores a C-minus, before becoming an Invader at West Scranton High School, which earns a B-minus. The high school has a large athletics department, including a softball team with several all-state players. West Scranton High School is rumored to have a famous fictional alum, Jim Halpert from “The Office.” Private schools in the area include Scranton Preparatory School, which earns an A.

Isaac Tripp Elementary School is a PK-5th grade school in the Scranton School District.
Isaac Tripp Elementary School is a PK-5th grade school in the Scranton School District.
West Scranton Intermediate School is a 6th-8th grade school in the Scranton School District.
West Scranton Intermediate School is a 6th-8th grade school in the Scranton School District.
West Scranton High School serves many neighborhoods in Scranton.
West Scranton High School serves many neighborhoods in Scranton.
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Home to the Houdini Museum

Residents can get some fresh air and exercise at the playground and basketball courts at Tripp Park, which sits next to Isaac Tripp Elementary School. Families can also bring their children to the Cayuga Field and Playground or travel less than 1 mile into Rockwell Park, where they can play baseball and explore the swings and slides. Tripp’s Park is home to the Houdini Museum, Tour & Magic Show, the only museum in the world dedicated to Harry Houdini. People can watch a magic show there and learn about Houdini and some of his most famous escapes. The neighborhood is also 2 miles from the Steamtown National Historic Site, where people can study the history of steam engines. The Circle Drive-In is an outdoor movie theater that shows films and hosts a weekly flea market from March through November of each year. It is 5 miles away.

See Houdini memorabilia plus a magic show at the Houdini Museum in Tripp's Park.
See Houdini memorabilia plus a magic show at the Houdini Museum in Tripp's Park.
Visit the Steamtown National Historic Site and see old steam engines minutes from Tripp's Park.
Visit the Steamtown National Historic Site and see old steam engines minutes from Tripp's Park.
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The Lackawanna Transit Center has buses that serves the Tripp's Park Neighborhood.
The Lackawanna Transit Center has buses that serves the Tripp's Park Neighborhood.

COLTS travels from Tripp’s Park to Scranton

The County of Lackawanna Transit System (COLTS) has several routes that run through Tripp’s Park, carrying residents to Gerrity’s, Viewmont Mall, the Steamtown National Historic Site and other destinations in greater Scranton. US Route 11 goes through the middle of the neighborhood and runs parallel to Interstate 81, creating an increased traffic flow. The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport is 10 miles away and offers flights to popular US cities and connections to international destinations.

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Parks in this Area

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Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Tripp's Park US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 5 4

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Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$161,000
Median Single Family Price
$175,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$111
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
43
Months of Supply
3.60
Median List Price
$179,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
652
Median Year Built
1950
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,626
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,231
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

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    1504 Church Ave Unit 1506, Scranton, PA 18508

    $320,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,000 Sq Ft
    • 1504 Church Ave
    • Unit 1506
    • New 2 days ago

    Exceptional Duplex Opportunity in Scranton! This well-maintained property offers two spacious units, each featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom—totaling 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Both units have separate private entrances, ensuring privacy and convenience. One unit has been recently renovated and is currently vacant, ready for immediate occupancy or rental. The second unit is tenant-occupied

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
6,125
Median Age
39
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$44,204
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,985

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.4%
College Graduates
18.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
32''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

22 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

50 / 100
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Source: Walk Score

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