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1260 E 600 S

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Salt Lake City, UT Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Salt Lake City, UT

Pricing Updated: 02/26/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Salt Lake City, UT area range in price from $437 to $16,883 with an overall median price of $2,511. The three Salt Lake City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Outer East Salt Lake City at $999, Canyon Road at $800, and Capitol Hill at $810. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Salt Lake City Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Outer East Salt Lake City$999$99916
Canyon Road$1,695$8005222
Capitol Hill$1,699$8103788
Westpointe$1,900$889654
Granger$1,909$1,095252
Rose Park$1,930$9493988
West Side$1,950$6502216
The Maples$1,959$6501541
Jordan Hills$1,959$6501019
The Oaks$1,969$6503206

Cheapest Available Salt Lake City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Salt Lake City, UT is a 1 Bed unit found at Birkhill Apartments in the Exoburbs East neighborhood priced from $480. Greenprint North Temple in the Capitol Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salt Lake City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Birkhill Apartments55+ 1x11BR,1BA$480
Greenprint North TempleB M8Studio,1BA$725
Colony BSection 42 StudiosStudio,1BA$739
Washington Flats0/1 233sfStudio,1BA$750
JudeStudioStudio,1BA$799
The RedwoodStudioStudio,1BA$849
The RampStudiosStudio,1BA$850
Greenprint West TempleStudio EffeciencyBStudio,1BA$850
Brickside HeightsStudioStudio,1BA$869
Residences at FireclayEmber 50%1BR,1BA$870

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salt Lake City, UT

As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Salt Lake City area is the $1.22 price per square foot Willow Interior - 4 Bedroom 3.5 Baths Model at Erin Hills Estates in the in the West Ridge Estates neighborhood starting from $2,399. The second greatest value Salt Lake City apartment is the 580 E Acoma Rd Model at 580 E Acoma Rd starting at $1,695 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Carmel Pointe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Salt Lake City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Erin Hills EstatesWillow Interior - 4 Bedroom 3.5 Baths4BR,3.5BA$1.22
580 E Acoma Rd580 E Acoma Rd3BR,2BA$1.01
Aspen Cove3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom3BR,2.5BA$1.26
Summer GardenStandard W/FENCE2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Triton HeightsSummit3BR,2BA$1.24
Willow Brook Cove ApartmentsApartment2BR,2BA$1.17
Townhomes at Mountain Ridge2x22BR,2BA$1.02
Ridgeland3 Bedroom 1 1/2 Bath3BR,1.5BA$1.14
Aspen Village2x12BR,1BA$1.21
Broadway Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.12

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Salt Lake City Overview

Salt Lake City, Utah, is the capital and biggest city in Utah. Often shortened to Salt Lake or SLC, the city is home to the headquarters of the Mormon faith. SLC is relatively culturally diverse and is consistently rated in the top 100 US cities to live in. Unemployment is below national average, getting around town is convenient and the options for places to live in a home or one of the many great Salt Lake City apartments provides the folks who live here a prime spot to call home.

Why live in Salt Lake City, UT?

Salt Lake City is nestled between the Great Salt Lake the Wasatch Mountains, providing an excellent location for anyone who enjoys the outdoors. The skiing is said to be the best in the country and during summer months residents can take advantage of warm, dry weather to hike, camp, or take part in other outdoor activities. The city is consistently ranked as very livable and family friendly. The economy is doing well with low unemployment rates and a thriving local economy of locally owned and operated businesses as well as being the national center of industrial banking.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Salt Lake City, UT

Ranked #2

Among cities in Utah for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Salt Lake City, UT

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

45 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salt Lake City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Salt Lake City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Salt Lake City is at Greenprint North Temple listed at $725.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Salt Lake City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Salt Lake City Apartment is $480 at Birkhill Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Salt Lake City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Salt Lake City is starting from $1,052 at Birkhill Apartments.

What is the most affordable Salt Lake City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Salt Lake City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ridgeland and starts from $1,150.

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