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$2,595,000
MLS #25-6236

222 Wyoming Avenue, Scranton

Scranton, PA, 18503
6
Baths
27,000
Building Square Footage
1907
Year Built

About This Property.

An exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Scranton history. The iconic Ritz Theater, prominently located at 222 Wyoming Avenue in the heart of downtown Scranton, offers timeless architectural character and endless artistic (and revenue generating) potential. This magnificent building has hosted the likes of Harry Houdini, Lucille Ball, and is currently a hub of activity in the downtown. This well-known performance venue features a striking façade, soaring interior volumes, and original design elements that reflect the grandeur of early 20th-century theater architecture. The property's flexible layout and generous square footage make it ideal for a variety of uses, including live entertainment, bar and restaurant location, event space, boutique cinema, mixed-use development, creative offices, or destination retail. Situated along bustling Wyoming Avenue, the property benefits from high visibility, strong pedestrian traffic, and proximity to restaurants, government offices, universities, and regional attractions. Its central location places it minutes from major highways and is a short 2 hour drive to both New York City and Philadelphia. The Ritz Theater presents a rare investment opportunity for developers, investors, or owner-users seeking a signature property with historical significance and downtown presence.

Property Details.

Location.

Area Demographics

Scranton City
76,033
Population
$50,893
Median Household Income
50%
Owner Occupied
2.32
Average Household Size
Housing Tenure
50% Owner Occupied50% Renter
ZIP 18503
1,629
Population
$36,230
Median Household Income
2%
Owner Occupied
1.26
Average Household Size
Housing Tenure
2% Owner Occupied98% Renter
Lackawanna County
216,146
Population
$66,704
Median Household Income
65%
Owner Occupied
2.35
Average Household Size
Housing Tenure
65% Owner Occupied35% Renter

Source - U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey Five-Year Estimates ('24).

Meet Our Agents.

Jonathan J. Nelson Real Estate