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Navigate apartment hunting and city life like a local with our curated articles about Salt Lake City, Utah.
National study of renter’s satisfaction with their cities and states
Apartment List has released Salt Lake City’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of 111 million American renters nationwide.
"Salt Lake City renters expressed general satisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "They gave most categories above average and average scores."
Key findings in Salt Lake City include the following:
Renters say:
For more information on the survey methodology and findings or to speak to one of our researchers, please contact our team at rentonomics@apartmentlist.com.
Historic character defines The Avenues, where Salt Lake City's most distinctive neighborhood showcases architecture spanning multiple eras on a grid system using letters and numbers rather than names. Rental options include apartments in divided historic homes with views of downtown and the Capitol from many properties. The neighborhood offers walking access to both the University of Utah and Memory Grove Park, making it particularly popular with academic households and outdoor enthusiasts appreciating mountain access minutes from urban amenities.
Located just east of downtown, this neighborhood combines historic character with excellent access to both urban amenities and mountain recreation. Rental options include apartments in divided historic homes and smaller buildings with architectural details unavailable in newer construction. The area offers walking access to both the University of Utah and dining options along 9th and 9th, making it particularly popular with academic households and outdoor enthusiasts seeking mountain proximity.
Urban accessibility defines Central City, where this Salt Lake neighborhood sits perfectly positioned between downtown and the University of Utah. Rental options include apartments in smaller buildings and divided historic homes with character details unavailable in newer construction. While the area offers excellent access to both downtown employment and university facilities, parking can be challenging without a dedicated space included with your rental. Especially appealing to students and professionals seeking urban connectivity without downtown rental premiums who appreciate established neighborhoods with genuine character beyond purely functional housing alternatives.
*Based on base prices that don’t include fees