Cheapest apartments & houses for rent in Salt Lake County, UT
The median gross rent in Salt Lake County is $1,394 — 48% above the Utah state median. It ranks #25 of 28 counties for affordability.
Median rent$1,394
1-bedroom$1,153
2-bedroom$1,380
3-bedroom$1,715
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How to find the cheapest rent in Salt Lake County
- Target the $1,153–$1,380 range. That spans typical 1- and 2-bedroom rents here, so anything well under it is a genuine deal.
- Compare nearby counties. Rents can swing a lot across a county line — the list below shows cheaper options within Utah.
- Look off-peak. Winter months (Nov–Feb) usually bring the lowest asking rents and the most negotiable landlords.
- Check income-based options. If rent here runs high, HUD-supported and income-restricted units can cut costs substantially.
Cheaper counties near Salt Lake County
- Piute County$594
- Emery County$662
- Rich County$663
- Garfield County$779
- Carbon County$786