Northeastern Pennsylvania & the Poconos
Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania
Borough
An Abingtons borough north of Scranton
Clarks Summit is a borough in Lackawanna County about eight miles north of Scranton, at the center of the Abingtons region. It has a walkable State Street business district and serves as a residential and retail anchor for the surrounding townships.
History & Local Character
Settled in the early 1800s as Clarks Green, the borough developed as a railroad and resort community. It incorporated as Clarks Summit in 1911.
Housing & Real Estate
Clarks Summit offers Victorians, singles and newer townhouses at prices above the Scranton average, with extensive subdivisions in surrounding townships.
Restaurants & Shopping
State Street hosts cafes, restaurants and bakeries, with a strong independent retail mix.
Schools & Education
Abington Heights School District serves the borough.
Parks & Recreation
The Countryside Conservancy trails, nearby Lackawanna State Park and the borough's parks provide recreation.
Transportation & Accessibility
I-81, Route 6 and Route 11 serve the borough, with COLTS bus service to Scranton.
Local Businesses
Independent shops, restaurants and professional offices line State Street.
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Nearby Attractions
- Lackawanna State Park
- Countryside Conservancy trails
- State Street shops
- Scranton (8 miles south)
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Walkable business district
- Highly rated school district
- Close to I-81 and Scranton
- Access to state park
Considerations
- High housing costs for the region
- Limited rental inventory
- Route 6 traffic
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Abingtons?
The Abingtons are a group of communities north of Scranton, including Clarks Summit, Clarks Green, Waverly and Dalton.
Which school district serves Clarks Summit?
Clarks Summit is served by the Abington Heights School District.