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The 12 Best Overall Student Apartments Near SLCC (September 2026)

Salt Lake Community College·Taylorsville, UT·Updated Monthly

By the FMP Data Team · Reviewed September 1, 2026

56 properties reviewed
280+ reviews analyzed
updated September 2026
independent·no pay-to-rank
the short answer

Metro at Fireclay leads our September 2026 ranking of the 12 Best Overall student apartments near SLCC with a 2.7/5 FMP Score, followed by Aspire West Valley and Hunters Woods. Across the 56 properties reviewed, students keep coming back to amenities & shared spaces and management & maintenance: the overall signals that move a property up this ranking. Browse all off-campus housing near Salt Lake Community College for every option.

  • winnerMetro at Fireclay
  • FMP Score range2.7–5.0 / 5
  • avg walk87 min to campus
  • rent range$809–$2239 /person
the ranking

The 12 Best Overall Student Apartments Near SLCC

Sorted by FMP Score from verified SLCC reviews, high to low. Scores reflect current SLCC reviews only.

  1. Metro at Fireclay

    Metro at Fireclay

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    2.7(6 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Metro at Fireclay rounds out the rankings as a place where individual staff members shine but the overall system falls short. While a few leasing office standouts like Lily and Aubrey genuinely care and the location offers walkable access to shops and restaurants, residents consistently report frustrating management practices, unresolved maintenance issues, and a pattern of extracting extra fees. One resident's experience captures the problem: "I moved into Metro at Fireclay and knew almost immediately that it was a mistake," citing constant fees and policies designed to squeeze residents. Unless you land a unit with stellar staff support, this complex feels more like a financial headache than a home.

    84 min walk to SLCC$1296/person/moBad maintenancePoor managementWould not live here again
  2. Aspire West Valley

    Aspire West Valley

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    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Aspire West Valley stands out for its exceptional management experience and move-in value that keeps students coming back. Residents consistently praise manager Shawna for her patience, clarity, and transparency she takes time to answer questions without rushing you through the process. The property itself delivers on cleanliness and maintenance speed, plus the 1-month free move-in special makes the initial financial hit way more manageable. As one resident put it, "I just moved here from California to be closer to family, and I couldn't be happier with my decision." You get solid parking and a genuinely well-maintained space that feels like home from day one.

    71 min walk to SLCC$1109/person/mo
  3. Hunters Woods

    Hunters Woods

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    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Hunters Woods earns its spot with a maintenance team that actually cares about getting things done right the first time. Residents rave about Eric and Jake specifically they don't cut corners and will work around your schedule to fix problems completely. The property manager Kat is equally impressive, showing up consistently across multiple residents' experiences with real understanding and responsiveness. Beyond the staff excellence, the location near the trail and ponds gives you that peaceful, tucked-away vibe while staying convenient. As one resident shared, "I am sooo impressed with the maintenance department here at this complex," and that enthusiasm shows up again and again in how quickly emergency calls get handled.

    55 min walk to SLCC$1450/person/mo
  4. Via Apartments

    Via Apartments

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    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Via Apartments delivers modern living with a manager in Zac who genuinely makes the rental experience smooth and stress-free. The amenities hit the marks students actually use pool, hot tub, gym and the proximity to Meadowbrook TRAX station means you're not car-dependent for getting around the valley. Residents praise the cleanliness, the spacious layouts, and how responsive the staff is to maintenance requests. As one resident put it, "He takes the time to answer all of my questions, and always makes everything feel smooth and stress-free." For the price point, you're getting solid accommodations in a well-organized community.

    95 min walk to SLCC$1012/person/mo
  5. Cedar Breaks

    Cedar Breaks

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    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Cedar Breaks stands out as a well-run community where the people actually make the difference. Students and residents consistently praise the office team Rachel, Angela, and Mia for going out of their way to help, while maintenance and housekeeping keep everything fresh and maintained. The location near shopping and the freeway works great for commuters, and the pet-friendly policy with reasonable rent is a real draw. As one resident put it, "The old and new staff have been very kind... they're constantly updating me with emails and doing upkeep on the property." You get a spacious apartment, solid soundproofing, and easy parking without the drama.

    13 min walk to SLCC$1670/person/mo

  6. 4420 N Buckstone Way

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    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: 4420 N Buckstone Way stands out for its new construction quality and the responsive, detail-oriented sales and support team that follows through after you move in. The reviews consistently highlight how Chandler, Rich, Josh, and Spencer take time to understand your needs and solve problems without frustration. These aren't generic testimonials contractors and agents specifically praise the professionalism and consistency of the team, and homeowners rave about warranty support that actually gets things done. As one buyer noted, "Josh has been awesome at resolving any warranty issues and making sure that all of our needs are met." You're getting a new home backed by people who care about getting the details right.

    294 min walk to SLCC
  7. Riverbend

    Riverbend

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    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Holds a 5.0/5 overall score from verified SLCC reviews. Matt Campbell is genuinely the sweetest, most helpful person! This is my first apartment, I've only been here since November, but…

    78 min walk to SLCC$1182/person/mo
  8. ICO Fairbourne Station

    ICO Fairbourne Station

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    4.8(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Holds a 4.8/5 overall score from verified SLCC reviews. I’ve lived here for about 6 months. This is hands down the best place I have ever lived. The units are up to date with little to…

    90 min walk to SLCC$1229/person/mo
  9. Winchester Park

    Winchester Park

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    4.8(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Holds a 4.8/5 overall score from verified SLCC reviews. The best apartments in Taylorsville. Very clean and quiet, well managed. I highly recommend to live here. I lived it here almost…

    54 min walk to SLCC$1295/person/mo
  10. Revolve

    Revolve

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    4.6(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Holds a 4.6/5 overall score from verified SLCC reviews. I have a lot to say about my time at Revolve Apartments but I will keep this short. I would like to mention the maintenance team…

    80 min walk to SLCC$1007/person/mo
  11. Mark Twain Apartments

    Mark Twain Apartments

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    4.6(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Holds a 4.6/5 overall score from verified SLCC reviews. My experience at Mark Twain has been a great one after more than a year and a hald. If there's ever something that needs to be…

    61 min walk to SLCC$929/person/mo
  12. The Redwood

    The Redwood

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    4.6(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Holds a 4.6/5 overall score from verified SLCC reviews. I wanted to reach out and let you know how helpful you were when we were trying to get our friend set up in her new apartment. We…

    69 min walk to SLCC$809/person/mo

The Full Ranking, One Table

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The full ranking of every listed apartment, sortable by any column.
1Metro at Fireclay2.7/5684 min$1296/mo
2Aspire West Valley5.0/5571 min$1109/mo
3Hunters Woods5.0/5555 min$1450/mo
4Via Apartments5.0/5595 min$1012/mo
5Cedar Breaks5.0/5513 min$1670/mo
64420 N Buckstone Way5.0/55294 min–
7Riverbend5.0/5578 min$1182/mo
8ICO Fairbourne Station4.8/5590 min$1229/mo
9Winchester Park4.8/5554 min$1295/mo
10Revolve4.6/5580 min$1007/mo
11Mark Twain Apartments4.6/5561 min$929/mo
12The Redwood4.6/5569 min$809/mo

Walk times are door-to-door to SLCC campus. Rent is per person, per month.

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How We Ranked These Apartments

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Ranked by the FMP Score

FMP Score, high to low. That’s the whole ranking. It’s our overall measure of a property, combining verified review scores with signals reviews miss, like how current the listing is kept and how responsive management is. Ties go to the property with more verified reviews.

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Who Makes the List

Every property near SLCC can appear, but it takes a minimum number of verified reviews before we score and rank it. Properties under that bar sit below every ranked property and move up automatically as reviews come in.

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How We Calculate the FMP Score

The FMP Score blends the social, management, and quality scores from verified reviews with signals that a place is actively and well run, like how up to date its listing is kept and how consistently management responds to residents. It’s built to surface genuinely well-run properties, not just the highest raw review average.

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What Makes an Apartment ‘well-rounded’ Near SLCC

We ran every verified overall review for SLCC-area apartments through theme analysis. These are the themes students bring up most when a place feels well-rounded, by share of the reviews that mention them.

bedbug and pest issues
1%
maintenance responsiveness
1%
management unprofessional
0%

Based on AI analysis of verified SLCC overall reviews, refreshed monthly. Percentages show the share of reviews that mention each theme; most reviews mention more than one. See our complete SLCC review data →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best overall student apartment near SLCC?

Metro at Fireclay leads our September 2026 ranking of the 12 Best Overall student apartments near SLCC with a 2.7/5 FMP Score, followed by Aspire West Valley and Hunters Woods.

How is this ranking calculated?

This list is ranked by one number: each property's overall score from verified reviews. Students rate a property's overall 1 to 5, and we average those scores, counting recent reviews more heavily than older ones. No self-reported data from landlords.

What makes an apartment the best overall?

The best overall apartments score highly across everything students rate (social scene, management, and unit quality), not just one. This ranking uses each property's overall rating from verified reviews.

How often is this ranking updated?

Monthly. We re-pull verified reviews and re-score every property at the start of each month, so the order reflects the most recent 24 months of student feedback. The “updated” date at the top of the page shows the latest refresh.

How many reviews does a property need to be included?

There's a minimum number of verified reviews to rank by score, and we don't publish the exact bar so it can't be gamed. Properties under it still appear, below every qualified property and ordered by review count, so a 5.0 from one review never outranks a 4.5 from thirty. Once a property collects enough reviews, it moves into the scored ranking automatically.

Is this ranking independent, or can properties pay to rank higher?

It's fully independent. There's no pay-to-rank. Position is set by verified reviews alone. Property managers can't buy placement, remove reviews, or influence the score.

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