Student Housing in Murray, UT
Student Housing in Murray, UT
About Student Housing in Murray
Murray sits in the middle of Salt Lake County, directly on the TRAX light rail line between Salt Lake City and the southern suburbs. It is primarily a commuter and SLCC student market — the Salt Lake Community College Taylorsville campus is just down the road, and the TRAX connection makes downtown Salt Lake and the University of Utah both accessible without a car. Rents are noticeably lower than Salt Lake's east side neighborhoods, and units tend to be larger. It is a workhorse neighborhood rather than a destination: not much to walk to, but excellent transit access and affordable by Salt Lake County standards.
Best Neighborhoods for Students in Murray
Near the Murray TRAX Stations
Murray has two TRAX stations (Murray North and Murray Central), and the neighborhoods within walking distance of both are the primary draw for students. Most of the student-friendly apartments cluster within a half-mile radius of those stations.
Fashion Place Area
More commercial and slightly further from downtown access, but newer construction and more apartment options. A short bus or bike ride to the nearest TRAX station. Popular with students who prioritize unit quality over transit proximity.
Getting Around Murray as a Student
Here's what you need to know about getting around Murray.
Public Transit
TRAX is Murray's best feature. Two stations on the Red Line mean downtown Salt Lake and the U of U are under 20 minutes by rail. UTA buses cover local Murray routes with reasonable coverage. This is one of the better-connected suburban Utah cities for students who do not want a car.
Walking and Biking
Murray is functional but not inspiring for walking and biking. The TRAX station areas have sidewalks and some bike infrastructure, but State Street and the surrounding arterials are car-dominated. Near the stations it is manageable; off the transit corridors it is typical suburban Utah.
Parking
Most apartments include parking, and street parking is unrestricted in residential areas. Having a car is optional in ways it is not in more suburban parts of the Salt Lake valley, thanks to TRAX — but Murray is still easier to navigate with one.
Frequently Asked Questions: Student Housing in Murray
Common questions from students searching for housing.
Murray typically runs $650-$1,000/mo per person, lower than Salt Lake's east side neighborhoods and the Avenues. Shared units near TRAX stations come in at the lower end. It is a reasonable budget option with good transit access.
The blocks within walking distance of Murray North and Murray Central TRAX stations are the most practical. The Fashion Place area has newer units but requires a short bus or bike ride to reach rail. Either area is more affordable than comparable Salt Lake options.
Yes, if you live near a TRAX station. TRAX makes downtown Salt Lake and the U of U genuinely accessible. For local errands, walking is limited but buses fill gaps. It is one of the more viable car-free options in Salt Lake County.
February through April for the following fall is adequate. Murray's market is less competitive than Sugar House or the Avenues. That said, the units closest to TRAX stations go earlier than those further away.
More available than the east side neighborhoods, since Murray has more private landlords and small operators. Furnished short-term options exist but are not abundant — check Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist. Semester leases typically require finding a sublet rather than a complex-level arrangement.
On Find My Place, Birkhill Apartments leads in Murray with a 3.6/5 overall rating across 5 reviews. Current Apartments (3.4/5) and Metro at Fireclay (2.7/5) round out the top three. These are the places that consistently rate well across location, value, social, management, and quality — start here if you want a safe pick.
Birkhill Apartments tops the social rating in Murray at 3.6/5 — students consistently flag the vibe and amenities. Close behind: Current Apartments (3.4/5) and Metro at Fireclay (2.7/5). Pick from these if you don't want to chase a social scene from your apartment.
Birkhill Apartments holds the highest management rating in Murray at 3.6/5. Current Apartments (3.4/5) and Metro at Fireclay (2.7/5) follow. Management ratings track responsiveness, transparency, and how landlords handle problems — the things you'll feel every month, not just on tour.
Top quality picks on Find My Place in Murray: Birkhill Apartments (3.6/5), Current Apartments (3.4/5), and Metro at Fireclay (2.7/5). Quality ratings cover the physical state — appliances, finishes, maintenance — so this is the list to start with if you want a place that holds up after move-in.
Most students in Murray cluster in Near the Murray TRAX Stations and Fashion Place Area. These neighborhoods are the natural starting point for any housing search — close to campus, walkable, and where current students consistently land. See the "Best Neighborhoods for Students" section above for what each one is actually like.
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