Student Housing in Taylorsville, UT
About Student Housing in Taylorsville
Taylorsville is a Salt Lake County suburb positioned midway between downtown Salt Lake and the southern valley, making it a practical base for students at Salt Lake Community College's Taylorsville campus, which is one of SLCC's main locations. Rents are among the lowest in Salt Lake County, and the apartment stock is a mix of older complexes and newer development along the main corridors. TRAX's Red Line runs through the western edge of the city, which makes downtown Salt Lake accessible without a car if you live near a station. It is a utilitarian choice — not a neighborhood with strong character or amenities, but affordable and reasonably connected.
Best Neighborhoods for Students in Taylorsville
Near SLCC (Taylorsville Campus Area)
The apartment clusters within a mile of SLCC's campus are the primary draw — convenient, affordable, and designed around the community college market. A mix of older and newer buildings.
Near TRAX Stations (West Taylorsville)
The western edge of Taylorsville along Redwood Road has TRAX access to downtown Salt Lake. Less concentrated as a student area, but the transit connection makes it a practical option for commuters.
Getting Around Taylorsville as a Student
Here's what you need to know about getting around Taylorsville.
Public Transit
TRAX's Red Line has stations along the western edge of Taylorsville, providing direct access to downtown Salt Lake and south valley destinations. UTA buses cover local routes with moderate frequency. It is one of the more transit-accessible parts of the south Salt Lake valley.
Walking and Biking
Taylorsville is primarily a car-oriented suburban grid. Near SLCC's campus and the main commercial corridors, biking is doable. Walking for most errands and daily life is limited. The city is not hostile to biking, but the infrastructure is basic.
Parking
Parking is abundant and not a stressor. Every apartment includes a space, street parking is unrestricted, and SLCC's campus has large parking lots available with a permit.
Frequently Asked Questions: Student Housing in Taylorsville
Common questions from students searching for housing.
Taylorsville is one of Salt Lake County's most affordable markets — most shared units run $550-$850/mo per person. It is significantly cheaper than the east side Salt Lake neighborhoods and competitive with Murray for value.
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