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A well-established, walkable suburb in Salt Lake City
“High School Musical” fans might recognize East Central, since its high school served as a filming location for the blockbuster Disney film. Outside of its Hollywood notoriety, East Central is an established Salt Lake City neighborhood 2 miles from downtown and 3 miles from the University of Utah and its medical campus. “East Central has a lovely mix of historical architecture like Craftsman bungalows and Victorians and it’s just a hop, skip and a jump from downtown and the university,” says Jazmin Adamson, a Realtor with Align Complete Real Estate Services who has lived in Salt Lake City her whole life. “One of the best walkable commercial corridors in Salt Lake is here; You put all that together and it’s a great place to live.” The area attracts students, but Adamson says it also has professionals like teachers and doctors, making it less of a party neighborhood than other college-centered communities. “It’s very desirable,” says Carriene Porter, an associate broker with Equity Real Estate who has been selling homes for more than two decades. “It’s an older section of town that’s still very eclectic, which is very appealing to people moving to Utah who are not from here.”
East Central is a desirable neighborhood in Salt Lake City.
Row of classic craftsman style homes in the East Central neighborhood.
There are many styles of homes in the East Central neighborhood.
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Older Craftsmen, condos and some new builds
East Central’s housing inventory includes condominiums, single-family homes with Craftsman touches and turn-of-the-century styles like Tudors and Victorians. “There’s a lot of college students here since it’s close to the university, which makes it a rent-heavy area,” says Paul Svendsen, a Realtor with Windermere Real Estate-Utah who was born and raised in East Central. East Central has walkable streets with sidewalks shaded by maple trees. Price points for mid-20th century condominiums range from $300,000 to $570,000, depending on size, and newly built condos can cost between $850,000 and $900,000. Single-family homes built near the turn of the 20th century are priced between $450,000 to more than $1 million; newer, two-story builds tend to cost more. Homes sit close together and have small, manicured lawns and paved driveways.
Smaller cottage style home in East Central.
Street view of the various types of yards found in the East Central neighborhood.
Various condominiums provide a different style of living for those in East Central.
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Shop and dine at 9th and 9th
East Central is home to the “9th and 9th” area, a walkable district considered one of the most vibrant in the entire city. Visitors of 9th and 9th, known as the heart of East Central, can eat curry underneath an umbrella on the patio at Thai Garden Bistro. The 9th and 9th Book and Music Gallery sells rare and used books, records and acoustic instruments inside a boutique with red draping curtains and wooden bookshelves. Live musicians play their instruments in front of the store. Nearby Tulie Bakery sits north of the district and serves coffee and pastries. North of 9th and 9th, local favorite Pie Pizzeria lies just west of the U of U campus. With its pi symbol logo, the restaurant sits at the bottom of a staircase with old brick walls adorned with graffiti. Aker is an upscale spot in downtown Salt Lake City, about 2 miles away. “If it’s a special occasion and you’re looking to spend a bit more, Aker is really good,” Svendsen says. Smith’s is in the neighborhood for grocery shopping, and east of the neighborhood is Trolley Square, a popular shopping area with a Whole Foods Market.
A man peers through a 9th and 9th sculpture in East Central.
Coffee Garden Coffee shop interior.
Two women enjoy a day of outdoor shopping in East Central.
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What’s happening on University Boulevard?
East Central is down the road from major Salt Lake City thoroughfares like Interstate 15 and Interstate 80. University Boulevard is another main 3-lane road that runs through East Central. The Utah Transit Authority buses help commuters travel around East Central. The Red Line, part of the TRAX light rail system, makes stops in the neighborhood along 400 South. East Central residents are near several medical facilities, including the University of Utah Hospital, about 3 miles east. Other university-affiliated facilities nearby include the Huntsman Cancer Institute and the Primary Children’s Hospital. The neighborhood lies roughly 9 miles east of the Salt Lake City International Airport.
A man enjoys a bike ride in East Central.
East Central is conveniently located close to downtown Salt Lake City.
9th and 9th has great local shopping in East Central.
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Bird watching, sports and weddings at Liberty Park
Rock sculptures of eagles and the sphynx can be found at Gilgal Sculpture Garden, a small, whimsical green space with engraved rocks and statues. Liberty Park is the oldest and second-largest city park. It stretches 80 acres along the west side of East Central and was established on farmland that once belonged to Salt Lake City’s founder, Brigham Young. Today, visitors can jog on the walking paths and play basketball, volleyball or bocce ball games, admire the Liberty Park Pond waterfowl or organize weddings at the gazebo. The park’s Tracy Aviary is the largest and oldest of two free-standing aviaries in the country. Bonneville Golf Course is a public course with a 9-hole and 18-hole course 2 miles away.
A man walks his dog at Liberty Park in East Central.
A large pond with reflections of mature trees at Liberty Park.
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9th and 9th Street Festival
Every year on a September Saturday is the annual 9th and 9th Street Festival. It’s a huge block party, where vendors sell things like crafted leather, artwork and ceramics, and people bring their kids and pets to watch live musicians play.
A man peers through a 9th and 9th sculpture in East Central.
A couple enjoys boutique shopping at its finest in East Central.
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East High School or Judge Memorial Catholic High School
Children can attend M. Lynn Bennion Elementary School, rated C-plus from Niche, before advancing to Clayton Middle School, which receives an A-minus and has a popular theatre program. B-rated East High School offers an East High Mountain Bike Club, which trains from June through October at trails around the city. The University of Utah is a popular post-grad option 2 miles away. For private school options, The McGillis School earns an A from Niche and serves kindergarten through eighth grade. Nearby Judge Memorial Catholic High School earns an A-plus from Niche and is among the top 5 best private schools in the state.
Judge Memorial Catholic High School serves graders 9-12 in the East Central neighborhood.
Judge Memorial Catholic High School playfields.
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Wildfire season in the west coast
The area’s forests are prone to burning during wildfire season, an annual occurrence between July and October. Most wildfires in Utah are human-caused, and people are advised to check their tires, avoid parking on dry grass and make sure any campfires are completely extinguished before walking away.
East Central is close to I-15 which runs through the entire state of Utah.
Liberty Park in East Central is Salt Lake City’s oldest park.
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Parks in this Area
Gilgal Sculpture Garden
Trails
Reservoir Park
Picnic Area
Tennis
Playground
Liberty Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Herman L Franks Park
Baseball/Softball
Dog Park
Playground
Faultline Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Parking Lot
Victory Park
Tennis
Playground
Inglewood Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Salt Lake City International
15 min drive
Subway
900 East
Bus
900 S & 900 E (Wb)
Bus
100 S & 700 E (Wb)
Bus
900 E & Belmont Ave (Sb)
Bus
900 E & 800 S (Nb)
Bus
1100 E & 909 S
Bus
900 E & 100 S (Sb)
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900 E & 400 S (Sb) For 900 East Stn
East Central Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Central, Salt Lake City sell after 52 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in East Central, Salt Lake City over the last 12 months is $625,000, up 79% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
16,173
Median Age
32
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$58,572
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$85,686
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.1%
College Graduates
60%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
76.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
16''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
43''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
67/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
79/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
57/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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