Fixer Upper Homes for Sale in South Salt Lake, Utah

South Salt Lake sits in a useful spot — wedged between Salt Lake City proper to the north and Murray to the south, with I-15, I-80, and TRAX light rail all running through it. That access is a big reason fixer uppers here pencil out. The housing stock is genuinely old: a lot of post-war bungalows, mid-century ranchers, and the occasional 1920s cottage in neighborhoods like Granite Park, Brickyard-adjacent areas, and the streets east of State Street. Median sale prices typically run noticeably below Sugar House or Millcreek comps, which is what makes the renovation math work. Buyers willing to redo a kitchen, update knob-and-tube wiring, or tackle a foundation issue can land in a walkable neighborhood with quick access to downtown SLC, the U, and the airport without paying east-bench prices.

The trade-offs are real and worth knowing before you write an offer. South Salt Lake has industrial pockets, busier arterials like 3300 South and State Street, and inconsistent block-by-block conditions — one street can be fully renovated while the next still has original 1950s systems. Granite School District serves most of the city. Lot sizes tend to be generous for an inner-ring suburb, which leaves room for ADUs or additions if zoning allows. If you're shopping for a project, pay attention to sewer lines, roof age, and whether the basement has been properly waterproofed against the area's high water table. Browse the active fixer upper listings below, and reach out when you want to walk through one.