COMMUNITY PROFILES / SALT LAKE CITY

City Hall
451 State Street
Salt Lake City 801-535-7704
https://www.slc.gov/

Chamber of Commerce
175 East University Boulevard
Salt Lake City 801-364-3631
https://slchamber.com

The vibrant community of Salt Lake City has many faces, drawing everyone from sports enthusiasts to computer geniuses in high-tech industries to families who appreciate the area’s traditional values. Emerging as one of the nation’s hot spots for economic growth and development, the city boasts a productive workforce, exceptional recreational amenities, and a high quality of life. Little wonder that Metropolitan Salt Lake City is consistently earning accolades for livability and economic opportunity. Inc. magazine recently listed Salt City as the second-best large metropolitan area for starting and growing a business, and the Places Rated Almanac ranked the Salt Lake City/Ogden region as the best place to live in North America.

Newcomers will discover a dynamic downtown district, major institutions of higher education, some of the nation’s most respected healthcare facilities, an international airport, corporate headquarters, and leading-edge companies of every size. As a major ingredient of livability and a catalyst for economic growth, transportation facilities are outstanding. The recently completed Interstate 15 freeway reconstruction at a cost of nearly $1.6 billion features elements that are designed to span 75 years and accommodate growing traffic patterns for at least two decades. CommuterLink is one of the most advanced intelligent transportation systems in the nation, and Utah Transit Authority provides TRAX light rail as well as a fixed-route bus system and many other convenient commuter services.

Services
Salt Lake City provides a wealth of opportunities for education on every level, from public and private schools from preschool through 12th grade to a leading research university. Two-year college track programs as well as technology training and diverse vocational and career programs are available through Salt Lake Community College and Salt Lake-Tooele Applied Technology College. The University of Utah with its renowned medical school serves as the state’s flagship institution. Recognized as one of the nation’s premier educational resources, the university excels in a technology-transfer program that moves state-of-the-art research into practical applications. Private colleges in Salt Lake City include the highly respected Westminster College as well as Hawthorne University, the LDS Business College, McKinley University, and the University of Phoenix.

Some of the finest healthcare resources, facilities, and services in the nation are available in Salt Lake City. The School of Medicine for the University of Utah, along with the University Hospital & Clinics, make up the core of the state’s public medical complex. The University of Utah Health Sciences Center carries on leading-edge research and care in genetics, cancer treatment, diagnostic imaging, cardiac care, obstetrics and gynecology, newborn intensive care, and burn treatment. Among the many centers of excellence is the Huntsman Cancer Institute, enhanced by the Huntsman Cancer Hospital. Other outstanding hospitals located in the city include LDS Hospital, Primary Children’s Medical Center, St. Mark’s Hospital, Salt Lake Regional Medical Center, and the Shriner’s Hospital for Crippled Children.

Lifestyle
The beauty, resources, and magnetism of Salt Lake City are underlined by the fact that millions of people visit this area each year. Well known as the “Crossroads of the West,” the community boasts an efficient international airport conveniently situated close to the heart of the city. Recreational amenities are superb, from well-developed public and private facilities within the city limits to some of the West’s most beloved national parks and monuments in the surrounding region. Alpine beauty surrounds the city and provides superb winter-sports opportunities when the snow flies or outstanding biking trails and other amusements during the warmer months.

World-class cultural attractions encompass both visual and performing arts in spectacular venues throughout the city, crowned by the Salt Lake County Center for the Arts. This multi-dimensional complex of elegant performance spaces includes the Salt Lake Art Center and the Rose Wagner Center for the Performing Arts as well as Abravanel Hall and Capitol Theatre. The center serves as home to highly acclaimed permanent companies like the Utah Symphony but it also hosts world-class Broadway productions and dazzling special events. Standing in a class of its own, the Leonardo at Library Square offers a unique art, culture, and science center. The Rice-Eccles Stadium & Tower and the Delta Center Arena serve as multi-purpose venues that focus on exciting sports events.

The fact that Salt Lake City’s downtown district is enjoying a renaissance of residential activity attests to its place as the heart and energy of the metropolitan area. In fact, downtown Salt Lake City serves as the hub of business, commerce, culture, and recreation for the Intermountain West. Lively and attractive neighborhoods surround the shopping and entertainment attractions as well as the employment centers. Colorful neon lights shine from hundreds of restaurants and delis or popular nightclubs for comedy, live music, and dancing. Many of the popular events that fill the annual calendar draw crowds in excess of 50,000.

Forming the cornerstone of the community, the University of Utah adjoins a number of attractive suburbs. A wide variety of architecture graces the homes of tree-shaded neighborhoods, from the historic homes in the East Bench area to the blend of charming older homes and contemporary architecture located southeast of the downtown district. Lush parks dot the cityscape with green space, walking paths, and sports facilities for outdoor enjoyment just around the corner from home. Sports league and supervised programs for all ages encourage a healthy, active lifestyle. Regardless of the yardstick that is used to measure Salt Lake City for excellence and quality of life, this youthful urban center not only leads the state but also the nation in providing every amenity and advantage.

Salt Lake City Neighborhoods

Airport Area
Situated in close proximity to Salt Lake City International Airport, major freeways, and the bright lights of the downtown district, this neighborhood enjoys a prime location “in the heart of the city.” In addition to its growing commercial districts and smaller industries, the area is home to the International Center. Stable residential sections like Rose Park and Glendale feature small, well-kept homes in colorful, diverse neighborhoods. Encouraged by the housing demand, newer construction is on the rise.

Downtown Area
The vibrant and long-established downtown area has grown in popularity in recent years. Vintage homes that are ideal for renovation and refurbishment combine with an ideal location near attractions, cultural events, and employment centers. Many of the classic period homes that line the tree-shaded streets of the Avenues District are listed on State and National Historic Registers. Adding to the variety of housing are the handsome homes gracing the prestigious areas of Federal Heights and High Avenues. Retail convenience includes popular malls like the ZCMI Center and Crossroads Plaza. The lush campus for the University of Utah is also nearby.

Holladay Area
The lovely residential enclaves of Holladay, Millcreek, Mill Hollow, and Old Mill are home to a quality selection of newer homes. The housing selection in these neighborhoods ranges from modest but well-kept homes to spacious and luxurious estates graced by lush landscaping. Highly regarded for its outstanding school district and attractive subdivisions, this area also provides easy access to a number of smaller shopping centers and the expansive retail space of Cottonwood Mall. Excellent transportation amenities add to the convenience of city life, underlined by the Interstate 215 that loops around the metropolitan area.

Olympus Hills Area
Known to residents of Salt Lake City as Olympus Hills or Olympus Cove, this neighborhood features a pleasing array of new construction. Newcomers can select from spacious, modern homes in a variety of contemporary architectural styles. Many of the residents within this area enjoy breathtaking vistas of the Salt Lake Valley from select homesites. The Olympus Hills Shopping Center meets the need for goods and services close home, although the shopping plazas and businesses clustered around city center are nearby.

Sugar House Area
Newcomers to this neighborhood will find a harmonious blend of stately mansions interspersed with well-kept smaller homes. Characterized as attractive and quaint, this area also encompasses the Harvard/Yale and St. Mary’s enclaves. The pleasing blend of architectural styles and price ranges along with an excellent school system combine to make this an attractive place in the city to call home. The friendly residents of this neighborhood share a lifestyle that is convenient to downtown attractions and major freeways. Foothill Boulevard divides the area into charming older homes and spacious newer construction in a higher price range.

Trolley Square Area
Featuring the convenience of the popular Trolley Square Shopping Center, this neighborhood offers a selection of modest homes that are especially attractive to first-time buyers. On the other hand, the Gilmer Park enclave is known for its fine selection of exclusive properties with sweeping yards and meticulous landscaping. The availability of low-cost redevelopment loans on both state and federal levels ensure the continued revitalization of this convenient location. Residents can look forward to an easy drive to local businesses, small commercial establishments, and the popular Trolley Square shopping center.