Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Salt Lake City Neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT from $600 (93 Rentals)

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841 E 500 S

Salt Lake CityUT84102

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East Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City, UT Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Salt Lake City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Salt Lake City area of Salt Lake City, UT is a Studio unit found at Victory Heights priced from $775. 9th East Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $942. Here are the most affordable East Salt Lake City apartments for rent in Salt Lake City, UT:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Victory HeightsStudioStudio,1BA$775
9th East Lofts1x1 A1BR,1BA$942
Breelynn ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$949
Ben AlbertStudio1BR,1BA$999
Ruby Apartments1 x 1- Ground floor w/ no balcony1BR,1BA$999
Council Crest ApartmentsStudio (726)Studio,1BA$999
144 South ApartmentsOne Bedroom / One Bathroom-A1BR,1BA$1,099
Seven65 LoftsStudio2BR,2BA$1,099

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Salt Lake City, UT

As of December 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Salt Lake City area is the $1.29 price per square foot 2115 E Browning Ave Model at 2115 E Browning Ave, Unit 2115 browning in the in the East Bench neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value East Salt Lake City apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Station Five Townhomes starting at $1,999 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the People's Freeway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Salt Lake City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2115 E Browning Ave, Unit 2115 browning2115 E Browning Ave3BR,2BA$1.29
Station Five Townhomes3 Bedroom Townhome3BR,2.5BA$1.33
BrixtonOxford Townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.49
732 S 900 E, Unit 4732 S 900 E1BR,1BA$1.33
717 S 900 E, Unit 3717 S 900 E1BR,1BA$1.50
Palisades Apartments2x1-R2BR,1BA$1.59
Foothill PlaceBig Cottonwood1BR,1BA$1.61
2180 S Lake St, Unit 72180 S Lake St1BR,1BA$1.56
Ruby Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.60
Hightower Apartments1B1BR,1BA$1.68

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City, UT

Ranked #14

Among cities in Utah for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is happy to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Salt Lake City, Utah. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Salt Lake City Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in East Salt Lake City?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Salt Lake City is under $1,099.

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

The cheapest apartment in East Salt Lake City is 9th East Lofts which is listed at $942, while the average apartment in East Salt Lake City costs $1,999.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 44 regular apartments in East 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 East Salt Lake City?

Cheap apartments in East Salt Lake City have an average cost of $393 which is $1,606 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Salt Lake City.

Expert Rental Resources

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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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.

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