Salt Lake City’s East Central Neighborhood

Aerial view of East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah
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This is one of the most walkable neighborhoods in Salt Lake. The historic architecture here is fascinating and beautiful. Homeowners renovate old homes with the architectural details that reflect their original time-period. In most cases, technology is tastefully placed to meld an ambiance of the past with the convenience of the present.

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Historic bungalows, cottages, and Victorian homes are plentiful in this fairytale community.

Bungalows are cozy, one-story homes with a porch, perfect for small families or couples. Cottages are charming and often have unique, old-fashioned architectural details. Victorian houses are large and elegant. Many houses in East Central were built in the early 1900s. Red brick Tudor houses and streets lined with mature trees make this a beautiful place to spend an afternoon – or a lifetime. Like the residents, architectural styles – historic, modern, and futuristic – co-exist. Their delightful mix works for the community ambiance and for society.

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East Central, Where Past, Present, Future Co-Exist

Don’t let the old-fashioned historic charm of East Central fool you; this is one hip and happening place. Eclectic shops, fun eateries, and pubs all add to the cheerful ambiance reminiscent of home – just about everyone’s home.

Aerial view of East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah, downtown high-rises in the background
Aerial view of East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah, downtown high-rises in the background
Aerial view of East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah
Aerial view of East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah, snow-capped mountains in the background
Aerial view of East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah, downtown high-rises in the background
Aerial view of Trolly Square in the East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah
Aerial view of East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah, downtown high-rises in the background
Aerial view of East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah, downtown high-rises in the background
Aerial view of East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah
Aerial view of East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah, Wasatch mountains in the background
Aerial view of Whole Foods Market in the East Central neighborhood of Salt Lake City Utah, high-rises in the background
9th and 9th Storefronts in the East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah
Brightly colored whale sculpture in the East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah
Lincoln street and Harvey Milk Boulevard signs in the East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah
Trolley Square in the East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah
Gilgal Sculpture Garden in the East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah
Woman reading Gilgal Sculpture Garden sign in the East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah
Building covered in vines in the East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah
Holy Cross Hospital in the East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah
Tsunami Restaurant & Sushi Bar in the East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah
Bright colored mural painted on the side of a brick storefront in the East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah
Dolcetti Gelato storefront in the East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah
People outside dining at the East Liberty Taphouse in the East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah
9th and 9th Center sign and storefronts in the East Central neighborhood in Salt Lake City Utah

East Central Neighborhood Highlights

Salt Lake’s East Central is an “old neighborhood with a young following.” Its scene attracts young professionals, young families and retirees. Most people rent their homes here. Many of the houses in this part of the city were built in the early 1900s or late 1800s. There are great bar and pub options for a fun nightlife. During the day, local eateries and coffee houses are part of the area’s social culture. Mature trees and divine greenery make this neighborhood extra special.

This urban area enjoys diversity. Voters in East Central tend to lean liberal. Nearby University of Utah attracts people from all over the world who come to study medicine at the research and teaching centers just to the northeast. Students, faculty, and staff bring their gifts, enrich them with education, and help make this world a better place. That factor contributes to a thrilling free flow of ideas and attitudes. The vibe is flavored with a hint of sophistication thanks to the beautiful historic homes that grace its streets and long-term residents.

Some of the best parks are located in East Central which shares northwest border with Liberty Park. Imagine 80 acres of walking/running paths, a swimming pool, tennis courts, paddle boats, a small children’s amusement park, playgrounds, and picnic facilities. In the winter people ride sleds and tubes down a perfect tubing hill. This is the oldest park in Salt Lake City and the second largest (Sugar House Park is the largest at 110 acres). Tracy Aviary is at the edge of the park and Chase Home Museum features fabulous folk-art within the park.

East Central scores 74/100 for walkability on the website, Walkscore.com. That means you can accomplish most errands on foot. This vibrant community is home to the famous East Central Porchfest annually where, “For one glorious day, porches become stages; gardens become art galleries; and over 100 local musicians and artists share their talents with audiences who walk by.” East Central is an active community with a strong heartbeat.

East Central residents love to watch things grow. That’s why so many gardens in the neighborhood inspire the locals by making the community more beautiful, by educating residents about plants and the earth, by creating bonds that last a lifetime, and by contributing to the food supply.

Not-So-Secret Gardens in East Central Salt Lake City

There is more than one kind of growing going on around East Central. In addition to population growth, economic growth, and educational growth, I like the kind of growth you can eat. Expert gardeners help beginners in many community allotment gardens. Gardeners gladly share with the locals and visitors in public plots outside the garden gates where people can reach them. That’s the kind of community your considering, here. People co-exist and it’s so cool to watch them come together. Not all the gardens here mean work! The Gilgal Sculpture Garden, and Red Butte Garden are good places to take a breather while Nature melts your stress away.

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