
Cheap Homes for Rent in the East Central Neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT from $500 (24 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the East Central area of Salt Lake City.


738 S 1300 E

942 E 400 S

628 S University St, Unit 3

258 S University St

543 S 900 E, Unit A3

273-275 S 400 E

425 S 1000 E, Unit 206C
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362 E Broadway, Unit 5

409 E 800 S

543 S 900 E, Unit A3

515 Denver St

1040 E 200 S

717 S 600 E

243 S 800 E, Unit 2

514 E 500 S
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325 S 400 E, Unit 5

NO DEPOSIT option available for qualified renters!, Unit 3

368 S University St

1314 S 500 E

614 E 600 S, Unit #3

267 S 700 E

903 E Laird Ave, Unit 903

1111 E 400 S
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How much does it cost to rent a home in East Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Central 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,369 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| East Central 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,746 | $1,850 | $3,900 |
| East Central 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,597 | $3,300 | $3,895 |
| East Central 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,250 | $4,500 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East Central Neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT.
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Cheapest Available East Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Central area of Salt Lake City, UT is a 1 Bed unit found at 1162 E 400 S priced from $599. Bigelow Chapman Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable East Central apartments for rent in Salt Lake City, UT:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1162 E 400 S | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $599 |
| Bigelow Chapman Apartments | B0 - Studio - LIH - Bigelow | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Council Crest Apartments | Studio (726-03) | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| 555 S 800 E | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 9th East Lofts | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $992 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central, UT
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Central area is the $1.70 price per square foot 369 S 1300 E Model at 369 S 1300 E, Unit 1300 E Duplex in the in the East Bench neighborhood starting from $2,035. The second greatest value East Central apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 1162 E 400 S starting at $1,600 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Downtown Salt Lake City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 369 S 1300 E, Unit 1300 E Duplex | 369 S 1300 E | 3BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| 1162 E 400 S | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| A - 956 East 600 South | 956 East 600 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84102 - 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Palisades Apartments | 2x1-R | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 995 - 1009 South 400 East, SLC, UT 84111 | 995 - 1009 South 400 East, SLC, UT 84111 - 1005 | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 615 E 700 S | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 356 S 1200 E | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 555 S 800 E | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 525 S. 1200 E. | 525 S. 1200 E. - 8 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Ruby Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Frequently Asked Questions about East Central
What type of rentals are currently available in East Central?
There are currently 363 Apartments for Rent in East Central, UT with pricing that ranges from $750 to $6,163. There are also 99 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Central ranging from $525 to $11,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Central?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Central ranges from $525 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,257.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Central?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Central range from $1,495 to $6,163, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,850 to $3,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,695.
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