Salt Lake City
Combining the best elements of a modern metropolis with the rugged beauty of the American West, Salt Lake City has it all. “The Crossroad of the West” as its’ called, is ideal for folks who love the outdoors. Salt Lake City is surrounded by some of the most dramatically beautiful mountains and forests on the planet, perfect for mountain biking, hiking, rock climbing, and camping in the summer, and world-class skiing and snowboarding in the winter. Even if you’re not the outdoorsy type, the stunning landscape provides unbeatable scenery. Pioneer Park is a popular hangout for locals, and in the summer months hosts a free concert series featuring major national headliners. There’s a nexus of Interstates and highways that make exploring the outdoor destinations outside your apartment easy. Getting around town without a car is easy, with a strong network of bike lanes and numerous public transportation options (including light rail service) helping folks avoid depending on personal vehicles. With an enviable combination of affordable rental rates and a rapidly-expanding job market, Salt Lake City is quickly becoming one of America’s favorite places to live, work, and play.
South Salt Lake
Situated just three miles south of Downtown Salt Lake City, South Salt Lake provides residents with close proximity to urban luxuries and outdoor recreation. The Jordan River Parkway Trail offers plenty of opportunities for recreation in South Salt Lake in addition to the nearby towering mountains, expansive golf courses, and diverse parks. Regarded as a “City on the Move,” South Salt Lake is experiencing major commercial, industrial, and residential growth. South Salt Lake contains a bevy of unique restaurants, small businesses, and specialty markets, contributing to a distinct, exciting atmosphere. Getting around from South Salt Lake is easy with access to I-15, I-80, and the UTA light rail.
Sioux Falls
Largely due to its relative isolation from other major metropolitan areas, Sioux Falls has developed thriving local culture with robust shopping, dining, and entertainment scenes, delivering homegrown cultural resources that would be the envy of any city its size. The local rental market offers a diverse range of options -- the historic homes and apartment buildings of the City Center are popular among young professionals seeking to participate in the thriving downtown community, while the quiet suburban environment of the Shindler neighborhood tends to attract folks seeking a tranquil home life. No matter where they live, all residents enjoy the benefits of an exceptionally low crime rate, which sits at roughly half the national average. Big, beautiful parks fill the landscape, making it quite convenient to enjoy the great outdoors-- Downtown is within walking distance to Falls Park, meaning that you can grab breakfast in a storefront cafe, spend the afternoon exploring the scenic nature preserve, and come back in the evening for dinner and a concert, all without ever getting into your car.
