
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Salt Lake City Neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT from $400 (57 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Salt Lake City area of Salt Lake City.


3443 S State St

2577 S 700 E, Unit 1

Sun River Apartments

Parkway Commons

Eight20 Apartments

2324 S Green St

Mountain Shadows

Revolve

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Harmony 3900
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Via Apartments

2519 S 300 E, Unit Apt 14

The 500 Townhome Apartments

Azlee

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Riverbend

Lotus Gallacher

2550 South Main Apartments

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Brixton

Izzy

Riverfront
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Connie Jean

3851 S Mccall St

Vista Twin Apartments

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Ascent at Sugarhouse Cove

The Ritz Classic

Alta Granite Apartments

2174 S Lake St

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Brickstone on 33rd

Regency

549 Stringham Ave

122 E Vidas Ave

Commons on 2nd

Village at Rivers Edge

3428 S 300 E, Unit Apt 3

3428 S 300 E, Unit Apt 2

Shenandoah Apartments

3167 S 700 E, Unit #4
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3167 S 700 E, Unit #3

3123 S 200 E

2396 S 300 E

3372-3378 S 200 E

448 Penney Ave S

Meadowbrook Millcreek Apartments

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Bowers

151-153-153 Claybourne Ave S

3428 S 300 E, Unit Apt 4

3476 S 200 E, Unit 3476, Unit 3476
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South Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City, UT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Salt Lake City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Salt Lake City Studio Apartments | $1,478 | $799 | $3,328 |
| South Salt Lake City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,502 | $750 | $2,700 |
| South Salt Lake City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,936 | $1,199 | $3,814 |
| South Salt Lake City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,143 | $1,595 | $5,047 |
| South Salt Lake City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,503 | $2,900 | $6,106 |
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Cheapest Available South Salt Lake City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Salt Lake City area of Salt Lake City, UT is a Studio unit found at Sun River Apartments priced from $820. Commons on 2nd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable South Salt Lake City apartments for rent in Salt Lake City, UT:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun River Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $820 |
| Commons on 2nd | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Eight20 Apartments | The Wasatch | 1BR,1BA | $937 |
| 21LUX Apartments | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,009 |
| Mountain Shadows | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,019 |
| Revolve | 1x1 East | 1BR,1BA | $1,039 |
| Village at Rivers Edge | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Harmony 3900 | Aria | Studio,1BA | $1,059 |
| Via Apartments | Indigo (Studio) | Studio,1BA | $1,109 |
| The Ritz Classic | Lilly | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Salt Lake City, UT
As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Salt Lake City area is the $1.79 price per square foot Belmond Model at S-Line Townhomes in the in the People's Freeway neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value South Salt Lake City apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Station Five Townhomes starting at $1,949 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the People's Freeway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Salt Lake City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| S-Line Townhomes | Belmond | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.79 |
| Station Five Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.62 |
| The 500 Townhome Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Village at Rivers Edge | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Townhomes at Mountain Ridge | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Commons on 2nd | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Revolve | 2x2 West | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Riverfront | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Parkway Commons | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Azlee | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for South Central Salt Lake City, UT. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Salt Lake City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Salt Lake City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Salt Lake City is under $1,145.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Salt Lake City?
The cheapest apartment in South Salt Lake City is Commons on 2nd which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in South Salt Lake City costs $4,527.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 6 regular apartments in South 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 South Salt Lake City?
Cheap apartments in South Salt Lake City have an average cost of $163 which is $4,364 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Salt Lake City.
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