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The Avenues

The Avenues rise north and east of downtown between the city center and the Wasatch foothills. The street grid and older homes distinguish the area from newer valley subdivisions.

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The Avenues rise north and east of downtown between the city center and the Wasatch foothills. The street grid and older homes distinguish the area from newer valley subdivisions.

Location and local character

The city’s neighborhood and historic-preservation pages describe the area’s history, boundaries, architecture, parks, and canyon access.

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Homes and real estate considerations

Salt Lake City documents more than a century of architectural styles in the Avenues, including historic homes and varied lot patterns. Review historic district status and applicable design review before planning exterior changes.

When comparing homes here, we look at the property itself, recent comparable sales, street-level setting, and the details that can change from one block to the next. For sellers, pricing and preparation should reflect the home’s condition, improvements, lot, and the current competition in its immediate market.

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FRESH LOCAL CONTENT

Latest local updates for The Avenues

Short, dated notes about planning, transportation, parks, local events, and other changes that may shape daily life or a home search in this area.

Schools, parks, and public resources

Start with the official Salt Lake City community guide for applicable school-district directories, census information, and city resources. Explore each district’s school directory as you compare homes and neighborhoods.

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