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Poplar Grove is one of the smallest neighborhoods in Salt Lake City proper, located just west of I-15 and often confused with its neighbors Glendale and Rose Park.  Most homes were built between the 1930s and 1950s and are sought after by families wanting to reside in a diverse community at a low cost.

The Historic Fisher Mansion and the Chapman Branch of the SLC Public Library make their home in Poplar Grove, adding a sense of history and structure to the neighborhood.  Residents enjoy numerous recreational activities along the Jordan River year round and the new 9 Line trail, modeled after New York City’s High Line, is a development along 900 South that features both a bicycle path and walkway .  The new linear park and urban trail will connect the east and west neighborhoods, highlighting the strengths of the community as a whole.

The Marmalade Historic District is a small, triangular area just west of Capitol Hill.  It is named for the fruit-bearing trees and plants that were planted there by its early residents and is distinguished from every other neighborhood in Salt Lake City by narrow, angular streets, reminiscent of San Francisco.  The district is celebrated as a uniquely diverse neighborhood, rooted in a mix of historic charm and well-preserved character.  As Salt Lake City’s oldest neighborhood, the homes found here are reflective of the pioneers who settled over a century ago, Vernacular and Victorian.

Today, the Marmalade Historic District features an abundance of residences, condos, and estates featuring a wide variety of architectural styles.

Capitol Hill gets its name from the Utah State Capitol which majestically overlooks downtown and the entire Salt Lake City metro area.  The homes that reside in front of and behind the hill frame the Capitol Hill neighborhood.

The area in front of the Capitol Building is home to some of the most historic properties in Salt Lake City. The McCune Mansion, Wolf Mansion, SLC Council Hall, Pioneer History Museum, and White Memorial Chapel were all built around the turn of the 20^th Century and pay homage to the early architects of the city.

The area behind the Capitol is relatively quiet.  Homes in the area were built in the mid-century, offering stunning architecture and amazing views of the Great Salt Lake and Salt Lake Valley.  Like most neighborhoods, the higher the homes on the mountain, the newer they are.

A visit to the Utah State Capitol and Capitol Complex is a perfect way to spend an afternoon.  Visitors will find a large 40-acre plot which includes a Vietnam War memorial and a monument dedicated to the Mormon Battalion.  In recent years, a new plaza, garden, and reflecting pool have been added.

Just east of the hill lies City Creek Canyon, a quiet, vast, undeveloped recreation area less than one mile from the city center.  The Canyon, with adjacent park, provides a necessary escape for runners, bikers, hikers, and children of all ages.  The entrance of the canyon is Memory Grove, a leash-free dog park that is landscaped with lawns, statues and memorials that honor American soldiers.  It also houses The Memorial House, a historic events center and home of the Utah Heritage Foundation.   Its rich history and structural design make it a popular place to host weddings and receptions.

Photo courtesy of Todd McKinley

The Avenues is one of the oldest and largest neighborhoods in Salt Lake City.  Named after the grid-like streets and avenues that extend between the Capitol Hill neighborhood and the University of Utah, the Avenues represent a wide variety of home styles; all reflective of the era in which they were built.  Homes in the Lower Avenues (1st to 11th) are primarily Victorian and Craftsman, dating back to the late 1800s and early 1930s.  The homes in the Upper Avenues (11th to 18th) were built from the 1940s through the 1970s, and feature some of the best examples of mid-century modern architecture in Salt Lake.

Today, the Avenues boast an urban, artsy atmosphere that attracts a diverse population of young professionals, students, and middle-class families.  Famous real estate landmarks such as the Cathedral of the Madaleine, the Governor’s Mansion, Shriner’s Hospital, and the Salt Lake City Cemetery dot the neighborhood and locally-owned restaurants Sawadee Thai, Cucina Deli, and Wild Grape Bistro offer ethnic and American cuisine.

For over a century, the Avenues has proved to be one of the most established and desirable real estate areas in Salt Lake City.

Federal Heights is located in the northeast corner of Salt Lake City, situated right below the Block U that is built into the hillside of the Wasatch Mountains.  Since 1907, the concrete letter has remained a symbol of the area, denoting the pride and civil identity of the University of Utah, which lies just south and east of the neighborhood.  Because of this close proximity to the university campus, Federal Heights has always appealed to University officials and faculty members as a place to call home.

Homes in the area date back to the early 1900s, when the federal government established Fort Douglas in the nearby foothills.  Officers, wanting to live close to their regimental posts, established their homesteads just north of the post.  Early developers of the area took advantage of the sloping site and constructed narrow, curved streets that deviated from the standard framework patterns of other parts of the city.  This was a first for any neighborhood in Salt Lake City.  Over the years, other architectural styles have been added to the traditional neighborhood, including a few excellent examples of mid century modern architecture.

Today, the area boasts beautiful tree lined streets, large sidewalks, and access to numerous hiking trails.  It remains deeply rooted in historic character and architectural allure, making it one of Salt Lake City’s most prestigious and affluent neighborhoods.

Glendale is a diverse neighborhood on the west side of Salt Lake City, bordering Poplar Grove on the north and 2100 S on the south.   Since its inception, it has been a cultural rich community where people from numerous backgrounds have developed a strong community.

The neighborhood is seen as Salt Lake’s cultural crossroads, housing the International Peace Gardens, Steiner Aquatic Center, and numerous locally owned markets and restaurants catering to multicultural populations.  Other highlights of the neighborhood include the George Cannon Farm, located at 1300 S and 1000 W, and the Shahrazad Market and Restaurant.

Homes here were constructed between the 1930s and 1950s and are similar in cost to other west side neighborhoods.

Salt Lake City’s Gateway neighborhood, also referred to as Salt Lake’s Warehouse District, is located just west of downtown.  The district started in the late 1800s as a stockyard for the city and decades later, attracted some of Salt Lake’s biggest companies.   In recent years, the warehouses and historic buildings have been converted into residential and commercial properties, revitalizing the Gateway neighborhood.  The historic look and feel has been preserved, while new properties have emerged.

Warehouse District Lofts, Peirpont Lofts, Westgate Lofts, Patrick Lofts, Broadway Lofts, and Dakota Lofts are all historic buildings that currently house some of the city’s most popular urban developments.  Numerous local specialty stores, art galleries, and trendy restaurants inhabit the other unique warehouses in the district and border Pioneer Park to the South.

Pioneer Park hosts many events throughout the year, including the Downtown Farmer’s Market.  These events attract thousands of individuals every year, helping shape the personality of the neighborhood.

Downtown Salt Lake City is one of the most compact and vibrant metro areas in the nation.  Originally settled by Mormon pioneers in the 1800s, the Downtown area has grown into an epicenter of commercial and residential properties.  At the core of the city lies Temple Square, a 10 acre complex owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  It is the most popular tourist attraction in Utah, receiving anywhere from 3 to 5 million visitor a year.  Adjacent to Temple Square is the recently completed City Creek Center.  This 20 acre mixed use development project features 700 residential housing units, 1.6 million square feet of office space, and 700,000 square feet of retail space, bringing many first time retailers to the state.  City Creek Center also features sweeping promenades and urban plazas, attracting locals and tourists alike.

Downtown Salt Lake City has a diverse cultural community, featuring some of Utah’s best performing arts: Ballet West, Utah Symphony, Utah Opera, and the Mormon Tabernacle Choice.  In addition, a mixture of museums and art galleries can be found in the broad streets and spacious blocks that pay homage to the late Pioneers.

The free-fare zone on the TRAX light rail makes travel downtown a breeze.  Just hop on to visit some of Downtown’s best attractions: Abravanel Hall, the Gateway, Gallivan Plaza, and the Energy Solutions Arena.

Residential properties in the downtown area are abundant and have experienced rapid growth over the years. Urbanites now have their choice of open lofts, luxury condos, intimate units in restored buildings, or affordable single-family homes.

Photo courtesy of Todd McKinley

Central City is the area between downtown Salt Lake City and the University of Utah.  The real estate in the neighborhood is a diverse mix of single family residences, as well as many historic and newer apartment buildings.  Popular condo complexes like The Metro, Library Square, and Broadway Tower are hot spots for students that favor fast commutes to campus and young professionals that work downtown.

The main artery running through the neighborhood is 400 S.  With numerous lanes of traffic, and service by TRAX, it makes for an easy commute no matter which side of the valley one is headed.

The commercial activity of the neighborhood is alive and vibrant.  Trolley Square, a partially enclosed shopping center that once housed Salt Lake City’s streetcars, is one of the city’s most visited attractions.  Prominent tenants include Black Diamond, Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma, Whole Foods, The Old Spaghetti Factory, and the locally-owned Desert Edge Brewery.  The center is noted for its unusual architecture that is composed of old barns, brick floors, and wrought-iron doors and balconies.

At the intersection of 200 E and 400 S, and directly across from the Salt Lake City County Buildings at Washington Square, lies the Salt Lake City Public Library; a five-story tall, wedge-shaped building housing over 500,000 books.  It is instantly recognizable by the five-story curved glass wall and spacious lobby.  Outside is a large outdoor landscaped plaza, aptly titled Library Square.  Every summer, this space hosts some of Salt Lake’s largest annual outdoor events: the Living Traditions Festival, Jazz Festival, Utah Arts Festival and Utah Pride Festival.   These events attract thousands of individuals every year, making Central City a unique, enlightening neighborhood.