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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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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: 09/25/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Salt Lake City, UT area range in price from $437 to $15,753 with an overall median price of $3,030. The three Salt Lake City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Taylorsville at $437, Rose Park at $989, and Westpointe at $1,009. 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
Taylorsville$1,824$437778
Rose Park$1,913$98929
Westpointe$1,913$1,00910
Downtown Bountiful$1,995$1,14518
East Millcreek$2,000$82557
Jordan Hills$2,080$65077
Jordan Hills Village$2,080$650122
Bountiful Heights$2,095$55045
Outer East Salt Lake City$2,100$1,1503
Capitol Hill$2,106$695256

Cheapest Available Salt Lake City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Salt Lake City, UT is a 2 Beds unit found at Park Central in the West Ridge Estates neighborhood priced from $175. Artesian Springs in the Exoburbs East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $536. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salt Lake City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Central2X1TR2BR,1BA$175
Artesian SpringsTwo Bed Two Bath A2BR,2BA$536
404 E 5600 S1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$595
El Caliente Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$690
Greenprint West TempleStudio Effeciency EStudio,1BA$725
Colony BSection 42 StudiosStudio,1BA$739
The RampStudiosStudio,1BA$749
FairparkMAStudio,1BA$750
Washington Flats0/1 233sfStudio,1BA$750
Box 500StudioStudio,1BA$765

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salt Lake City, UT

As of September 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Salt Lake City area is the $1.08 price per square foot 1800 S Foothill Dr Model at 1800 S Foothill Dr, Unit 1800 in the in the East Bench neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Salt Lake City apartment is the 2221 E Arbor Ln Model at 2221 E Arbor Ln, Unit 1 starting at $1,800 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Exoburbs East 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.
1800 S Foothill Dr, Unit 18001800 S Foothill Dr3BR,2BA$1.08
2221 E Arbor Ln, Unit 12221 E Arbor Ln3BR,2BA$1.13
Townhomes at Mountain Ridge3 x 2.53BR,2.5BA$1.03
512 E 5900 S512 E 5900 S2BR,1BA$1.03
Summer GardenStandard W/FENCE2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Triton HeightsSierra2BR,1BA$1.19
1454 S Richards St, Unit 41454 S Richards St2BR,1BA$1.10
Westwood Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.19
Aspen Village2x12BR,1BA$1.10
El Caliente Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.99

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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.

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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 a cheap apartment in Salt Lake City?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Salt Lake City is under $765.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Salt Lake City?

The cheapest apartment in Salt Lake City is 404 E 5600 S which is listed at $595, while the average apartment in Salt Lake City costs $3,030.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Salt Lake City?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1,929 regular apartments in Salt Lake City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Salt Lake City?

Cheap apartments in Salt Lake City have an average cost of $424 which is $2,606 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Salt Lake City.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Salt Lake City

Written by: Ty Bronicel

Salt Lake City, the capital of the gorgeous state of Utah — where I was born and raised — has gone gangbusters boom-bang-boom ever since the Winter Olympics were held here in 2002.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.