List Price: $200,000 – $400,000
Neigborhood: Downtown
Property Profile: 10 two-bedroom units | 972 to 1,085 sq. ft.
Salt Lake growth is on the rise, and there’s no shortage of modern condos and townhomes popping up all over our city. But newer doesn’t always mean better, and sterility/cheap building materials are no substitute for intentional design in the context of our city’s greater architectural landscape. For those on the lookout for a condo, hear us out: you might want to invest in one of our city’s unique historic condominiums. There are only so many of these old beauties left, and as they become tougher to find, their values will surely rise.
Built in 1906 by August Rudine, the Sampson Altadena buildings are on the National Register of Historic Places. The 3 1/2-story building is stone and brick, and gives a solid nod to Neoclassical architecture with features like Baroque-style balconies, Tuscan columns, accentuated keystones, and a dentilated pediment above the entry. Individual units boast high ceilings, and an air of timelessness can be seen in the woodwork, moldings, exposed brick, and leaded-glass windows. Bonuses include building security, pet-friendly policies, and available garden plots for residents.
beautiful buildings. crackerjack location.
Perched on the vibrant corner of 3rd & 3rd, this area has seen a dramatic upscale in the last few years. The addition of some great options for food and drink include Current Fish & Oyster, Under Current bar, and The People’s Coffee. Beloved Paradise Palm is planted just across the street. Residents of the building find themselves within a block or two of SLC treasures like Green Ant, Library Square, Copper Onion/Copper Common, and The Broadway Theatre. Add to that, Salt Lake’s monthly gallery stroll is just outside your front door.
Owners and the HOA here agree: these buildings need to be protected and celebrated. While renting is allowed, the Sampson Altadena finds itself mostly full of long-time owner residents. There is something about a well-preserved building that incites “they just don’t make ’em like they used to” kind of thinking…that makes people want to stay.
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List Price: 280,000 – 400,000
Neighborhood: Central City
Property Profile: 24 units | 509 to 922 sq. ft.
Aptly dubbed “The Premier,” this 8th East building is one of SLC’s most architecturally intriguing communities. The combination of its steeply pitched gable roof, decorative half-timbering, and elaborate masonry chimney is enough to satisfy even the strongest hankering for old-world flavor and its location is all-too-enviable, to boot.
The 24 unit building (5 of which reside in the ancillary structure to the north) offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom condos, all with 9’ ceilings, original hardwood floors, and decorative crown molding. The one-bedroom units feature private balconies while the two-bedroom spaces include sunrooms set off by french doors—the perfect place for either a home office or a private sanctuary of sorts. And, as this was the first fireproof condominium build in Salt Lake City, many come with working wood-burning fireplaces, as well. The building also boasts a dedicated parking garage and, while many of the units have been retrofitted with washer and dryer hookups, onsite laundry is also available.
All told, this one is well worth looking into.
List Price: High 200s to 2M+
Neigborhood: Downtown
Property Profile: Studio to two-bedroom units | 759 to 2,200 sq. ft.
This place is, to say the least, a very pleasant surprise…
I’m not sure how I could have expected anything but perfection. The Regent sits, quite literally, in the heart of SLC; half a block from the Salt Palace in one direction and the new (and incredible) Harmon’s in the other. A short alley-walk lands at the front door of the completely-remodeled Gallivan Center. The building is filthy with gaping views of our city. Oh, and there’s the appeal of worry-free, all-inclusive living. Seriously, folks…The Regent offers a downtown life that has me reevaluating how I plan to live for the next few years of my life.
List Price: 400K-700K
Neigborhood: The Avenues
Property Profile: 27 one-bedroom units
The Maryland is one of the most famous condominium residences in Salt Lake. In 1912, architect Bernard Mecklenburg designed, built, and resided in the Maryland building. The original name, in fact, was The Mecklenburg Apartments, but anti-German sentiment during wartime ultimately led to a name change [side note: Mecklenburg also planned the east wing of the Holy Cross Hospital and oversaw the completion of The Cathedral of the Madeline].
The Neo-Classical style of The Maryland is clear in the exaggerated ornamentation,which gives the gorgeous building a heavy feel. Living inside is somewhat akin to going back in time, the most noticeable throwback feature being the layout. At the time, many wealthy miners were moving to Salt Lake City; while overseeing construction of their mansions, they resided in luxury apartments before wives and children were moved out to join them. Thus, the feel of the condos is a bit of that of a gentleman’s club. In both the common halls and the private residence entrances, guests are welcomed with over-sized corridors, beautiful wood work, intricate tile and marble. There are grand dining rooms and parlors for entertaining, and the kitchens can be closed off [no doubt, to hide the wealthy guests from the servants, who had access to the kitchen via a back door]. Call us for a tour — The Maryland’s interior is every bit as beautiful and perfectly preserved as the exterior suggests.
List Price: 125,000.00 – 500,000.00
Neigborhood: Downtown
Property Profile: One- to two-bedroom units, 600 to 1,700 sq. ft.
As far as proximity to Salt Lake’s best offerings is concerned, Broadway Tower comes up roses. Copper Onion and it’s boozier brother Copper Commons, Broadway Theatre, and The Tavernacle, are all among the outstanding institutions within a block of the building, and with new businesses popping up along that dreamy stretch of 3rd South all the time, life on Broadway is only set to get better. As far as the actual digs go, Broadway Tower doesn’t disappoint. Think sauna, fitness center, and some I-can’t-believe-I’m-in-Salt-Lake-City views, to boot. Amazing amenities and easy access to all manner of city-livin’ goodness make Broadway Tower a total ace and one helluva place.
List Price: 199,900.00 – 299,900.00
Neigborhood: Downtown
Property Profile: One-bedroom units | 788 to 792 sq. ft.
The Patrick Lofts were designed with all the austerity and intention of the early 1900s, but they’ve been infused with updates for fully functional 21st century living. The building itself is decked in a nice red brick, with period-appropriate molding and lovely, large windows framed in white. The units here feature 13′ ceilings, concrete and hardwood floors, and stainless steel appliances and industrial accents throughout. Location-wise, you ought to be covered. The Capitol Theatre and the showstopping new Eccles Theater are all a short walk away, and as far as bites and brews go, you’ll have Valter’s, Takashi, Uintah Brewery, Beerhive, Redrock Brewery, Squatter’s, and the Rose Establishment all well within walking distance. Patrick Lofts have got all the charm, all the updates, all the walkability…and it’s all well worth looking into.
List Price: 243,000.00 – 1,864,000.00
Neigborhood: Downtown
Property Profile: Studio to three-bedroom units | 634 to 2,300 sq. ft.
We like The Promontory because it changed us; and by “us” we mean our city. At theCOLLECTIVE, we judge the progress of a city by the volume of construction happening at any one time. Follow the construction, and you’ll end up in downtown Salt Lake, where this building stands tall. At 30 stories, we should all get used to looking up…unless you’re standing on your own balcony. The views here speak for them-damn-selves, but that doesn’t mean we can’t mention them. The lobby is a stunner, too–covered in dark wood, soaring ceilings and all. It’s like the big brother you always wanted. He’s so damned perfect.
List Price: 140,000.00 – 250,000.00
Neigborhood: Downtown
Property Profile: 29 studio to 3-bedroom units | 450 to 1,000 sq. ft.
Library Square Condominiums is a bonafide ‘love where you live’ spot in our city. True to the mantra’s hint, there’s rarely a space available for sale or lease. Built in 2004, the architecture is clean and enticing. All condos feature private balconies, a rooftop patio and secure, underground parking with storage space; some units have a separate entry and private garage [plenty of street parking on 500 S for guests]. High ceilings, black, granite counter tops, doors and windows of solid wood, and custom, maple cabinetry by a local, Bountiful craftsman add touches of flavor. Plus, your significant other is welcome…there are no pet restrictions here. Location is envy-inducing: views of Library/Washington Square [including the City & County clock tower] and, naturally, the mountains. The immediate ‘hood includes goodies like Amore Pizza & Gelato, Les Madeleines Patisserie, Cannella’s, and Thai Lotus, and your ‘walking distance’ reach includes everything from Trolley Square to all corners of downtown SLC. In spring and summer months, you’ll literally be just upstairs from the Leonardo Museum, the Arts Festival, the Salt Lake Live Green Festival, the annual Pride Celebration, the Jazz Festival, Living Traditions, Craft Lake City and a plethora of others. Clearly, this is the place.
List Price: 250,000.00+
Neigborhood: Ballpark
Property Profile: 24 Three-bedroom units | 1,980 sq. ft.
“Incredibly cool” is a solid descriptor for the Rowhaus Condos. Simple, modern design attracts a diverse group of residents who can appreciate atypical Utah dwellings. Energy efficiency, insulated concrete-form walls (good for ‘peace’), thermally-broken operable windows, Energy Star appliances, and close proximity to TRAX note a few of the green features that give these units bragging rights. Add to that choice features like hardwood floors, concrete counter tops, laundry room and central air, as well as a 2-car garage and a private yard. Park across the street is savvy for families, and the Bees ballpark is just a skip down the street. All bases covered.
List Price: 209,000.00 – 441,000.00
Neigborhood: Sugar House
Property Profile: 30 units, from two-bedroom to live/work spaces
This 5-level, brick-constructed building in one of our city’s sweetest areas features just about every configuration of condominium living that you can conceive of. Optional lofts, live/work units, 2-bedroom ‘plus’ units (that means a patio or loft is included)…you name it, you can find it in the Urbana. Typically, our ‘one-off’ designations are based on the uniqueness of an individual home or condo. But with Urbana, it’s thanks to a location that’s as unique as the building itself. Living in the heart of Sugar House (right on 1100 East, no less) is uncommonly dreamy. We suggest you wake up and have a look.
