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property at 441 N Center St

$895 - $1,295

1 Bedroom Rentals

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441 N Center St

Salt Lake CityUT84103

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property at 841 E 500 S

$950 - $1,595

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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841 E 500 S

Salt Lake CityUT84102
property at 1748 S Main St

$950 - $1,750

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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1748 S Main St

Salt Lake CityUT84115

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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: 12/31/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Salt Lake City, UT area range in price from $471 to $32,071 with an overall median price of $3,400. The three Salt Lake City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Rose Park at $850, Jordan Meadows at $807, and Taylorsville at $471. 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
Rose Park$1,375$85031
Jordan Meadows$1,567$807278
Taylorsville$1,825$471801
Westpointe$1,913$1,10023
Foothill Sunnyside$1,925$775151
Outer East Salt Lake City$1,929$1,1751
Glenmoor Country Estates$1,950$1,124194
Sunnyside East$1,963$77581
Bonneville Hills$1,972$945108
Outer West Jordan$1,977$989303

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 404 E 5600 S in the Midvale Terrace neighborhood priced from $550. Greenprint West Temple in the Downtown Salt Lake City 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
404 E 5600 S1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$550
Greenprint West TempleStudio Effeciency EStudio,1BA$725
Greenprint North TempleB M8Studio,1BA$725
FairparkMAStudio,1BA$740
Washington Flats0/1 233sfStudio,1BA$750
Box 500StudioStudio,1BA$765
Victory HeightsStudioStudio,1BA$775
9th StationM-1Studio,1BA$796
JudeStudioStudio,1BA$799
Eleanor RigbyStudio AStudio,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salt Lake City, UT

As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salt Lake City area is the $1.22 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Model at Aspen Cove in the in the Northwest Coalition neighborhood starting from $1,835. The second greatest value Salt Lake City apartment is the 3x2.5 Model at Townhomes at Mountain Ridge starting at $1,599 with a $1.07 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.
Aspen Cove3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom3BR,2.5BA$1.22
Townhomes at Mountain Ridge3x2.53BR,2.5BA$1.07
Summer GardenStandard Unit2BR,1.5BA$1.18
8838 W 3500 S, Unit Upstairs8838 W 3500 S2BR,1BA$1.15
Westwood Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.19
Pine Valley2x1aR2BR,1BA$1.18
Park Central2X1TR2BR,1BA$1.16
Atherton Park ApartmentsR1F9252BR,1.25BA$1.16
Aspen Village2x12BR,1BA$1.10
Woodside at Holladay1 bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.20

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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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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 $799.

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 $550, while the average apartment in Salt Lake City costs $3,400.

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 3,393 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 $366 which is $3,034 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Salt Lake City.

Expert Rental Resources

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 Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.