Why Live in Fairpark
Fairpark in Salt Lake City features a diverse range of housing options, including townhomes, midcentury ramblers, bungalows, and modern constructions. Homes are closely spaced with small front porches and lawns, often enclosed by metal or wooden gates. Riverside Park offers a playground, tennis courts, and baseball fields, while Cottonwood Park provides an off-leash dog area with paved trails. The Jordan River Trail, a 45-mile path, connects the neighborhood to surrounding areas. The Northwest Recreation Center includes an indoor gym, swimming pool, and daycare facilities. For golf enthusiasts, the Rose Park Golf Course is 2 miles north, and the Ensign Peak Trailhead, 3 miles north, is popular for hiking and skiing. Local dining includes Culture Coffee, known for its unique espresso machine and vintage arcade games, and Koyote, a Japanese restaurant. Rancho Market is the primary grocery store, and City Creek Center, 2 miles away, offers various retail options. The annual Utah State Fair and Get Freaky Festival are notable events held at the fairgrounds. Interstate 15 and the TRAX light rail system provide convenient transportation, with the Salt Lake City International Airport just 3 miles away. The neighborhood is served by the Salt Lake School District, with highly rated West High School. The University of Utah and Westminster University are nearby higher education institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fairpark a good place to live?
Fairpark is a good place to live. Fairpark is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Fairpark is a suburban neighborhood. Fairpark has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.9 people per acre and a median age of 36. The average household income is $61,480 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 23.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Fairpark are home owners, with 41.6% of residents renting and 58.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Fairpark can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Fairpark neighborhood guide.
Is Fairpark, UT a safe neighborhood?
Fairpark, UT is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Fairpark?
The median home price in Fairpark is $344,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $69,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,790 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $77K a year to afford the median home price in Fairpark. The average household income in Fairpark is $61K.
What are the best public schools in Fairpark?
The best public schools that serve Fairpark are:
- West High has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 22:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Washington School has a B- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 15:1.
- Backman School has a C+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 15:1.
What are the best private schools in Fairpark?
The best private schools that serve Fairpark are:
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Are home prices dropping in Fairpark?
Yes, home prices in Fairpark are down 24% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Fairpark, UT
On average, homes in Fairpark, Salt Lake City sell after 106 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Fairpark, Salt Lake City over the last 12 months is $317,500, down 35% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$317,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$470,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$285,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$595,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$269,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$263
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
40
Median List Price
$344,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-35%