1501 Farr St

42,253 / 0.97
Lot Size / Acres

Description

An exceptional development opportunity in Scranton's desirable Tripp Park neighborhood. This nearly 1-acre (.97 acre) lot was formerly home to the Samuel Morse School and offers endless potential for residential or community redevelopment. With its prime location and easy access to major routes and downtown Scranton, this property is ideal for builders, investors, or institutions looking for a large, level parcel in a well-established area. Bring your vision to life -- whether it's new housing or...An exceptional development opportunity in Scranton's desirable Tripp Park neighborhood. This nearly 1-acre (.97 acre) lot was formerly home to the Samuel Morse School and offers endless potential for residential or community redevelopment. With its prime location and easy access to major routes and downtown Scranton, this property is ideal for builders, investors, or institutions looking for a large, level parcel in a well-established area. Bring your vision to life -- whether it's new housing or a community facility, this site provides the space and setting to make it happen.
  1. Listed by Pat Rogan • Brokerage DRE #RB070045 • The Hub Real Estate Group Scranton
    P: (570)-906-4344 C: (570)-906-4344 patrogan1@gmail.com

Property Details for 1501 Farr Street

Zoning Description
R
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 03/09/2026 01:07 PM

Property Details for 1501 Farr Street

StatusPending
MLS #SC255568
Days on Market133
Taxes$4,242 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Unimproved Land
Year Built-
Lot Size0.97 AC
CountyLackawanna County

Location

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Building Information for 1501 Farr Street

Lot Size0.97 AC

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Property Information for 1501 Farr Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Region: West Scranton
  • Municipality: West Scranton
  • Directions: 1501 Farr St Scranton, enter in alley
  • City: Scranton
  • State/Province: PA
  • Postal Code: 18504
  • County: Lackawanna
  • Latitude: 41.425443
  • Longitude: -75.674575
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 357/417
  • Tax Assessed Value: 9300
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Parcel Number: 14506020016
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,241.54
  • Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $9,300.00
School Information
  • School District: Scranton
Property
Lot Information
  • Structure Type: Unimproved Land
  • Lot Size Acres: .97
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 311x136x311x136
  • Lot Size Area: 0.97
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Land
  • Property Sub Type: Unimproved Land
  • Property Type Label: Land

Property History for 1501 Farr Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 9, 2026

Pending

Greator Scranton Board of REALTORS #SC255568

Oct 27, 2025

Listed (Active)

Greator Scranton Board of REALTORS #SC255568

$49,995
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/09/2026

Pending

Greator Scranton Board of REALTORS #SC255568

10/27/2025

Listed (Active)

Greator Scranton Board of REALTORS #SC255568

$49,995

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Schools near 1501 Farr Street

This home is within Scranton School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Isaac Tripp El School
PublicK to 4

West Scranton Intrmd School
Public5 to 8

West Scranton High School
Public9 to 12

George Bancroft #34
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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