The Avenues

Historic & Scenic

Salt Lake City, UT

The Avenues is Salt Lake City's most historic and scenic neighborhood — Victorian homes climbing the foothills with panoramic views of the valley, walkable streets, and a quiet residential character that belies its proximity to downtown.

The Avenues is SLC's oldest residential neighborhood, climbing the hills north of downtown. Victorian and Craftsman homes line the numbered streets, each with mountain and valley views. It's walkable to downtown but feels distinctly residential. Memory Grove Park connects to City Creek Canyon — a protected wilderness canyon accessible on foot from the neighborhood. The tradeoff: steep hills (literally), older housing stock that may need work, and limited parking.

74
Walk Score
65
Bike Score
$550K
Avg Home
5 min
To Downtown
Neighbor Score
Long-term residents vs. short-term rentals
Mostly residential
84%
Residents
Long-term neighbors
16%
Short-Term Rentals
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ResidentsShort-term rentals

Established residential — historic homes, long-term owners, very few STRs, strong preservation ethic

Best for
History loversView seekersHikersQuiet seekers
What a typical weekday looks like here

For a remote worker living in this neighborhood

6:30 AM
Morning hike into City Creek Canyon from the top of the Avenues — protected wilderness 5 minutes from your door.
8:00 AM
Coffee at Publik Coffee House on 5th Avenue.
9:00 AM
Work from a Victorian home office with valley views through the bay window.
12:00 PM
Walk downhill to downtown for lunch at Eva's (upscale diner).
2:00 PM
Afternoon work session, then a walk through Memory Grove Park.
5:00 PM
Run the numbered streets — every block has a different architectural style.
7:00 PM
Dinner downtown at Current Fish & Oyster, then walk home uphill (the view makes it worth it). Weekends: drive 25 minutes to Park City or hit Snowbird.
Homes for sale in The Avenues

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Common questions about The Avenues
What's it like living in The Avenues SLC?
Living in The Avenues feels like a small town inside a city. Victorian homes, tree-lined streets, mountain views, and walkable access to downtown. The hills keep it quiet — and keep you in shape.
How much do homes cost in The Avenues?
Average around $550K, ranging from $400K condos to $800K+ restored Victorians. It's at the SLC median but offers historic charm and views that newer neighborhoods can't match.
Is The Avenues walkable?
Walk score of 74. Downhill to downtown is easy and walkable. Uphill coming home is the workout. Most daily needs are accessible on foot, and City Creek Canyon is a major bonus.
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