$2,595,000

222 Wyoming Avenue, Scranton PA, 18503

Price per sqft$96.11

Built in1907

Property size27,000 sqft

Property typeCommercial

Overview

Active

Listed Dec 13, 2025

Updated May 9

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.

Additional information

MLS^® ID: 25-6236

Interior Features

Bathrooms: 6
Heating: Yes
Basement: No

Other Property Details

Taxes: $36,192
Tax Frequency: Annually

Listed by Carmen Winters with Lewith & Freeman, Kingston
Listing Contact: [email protected]

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