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Layton, UT

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Savor small-town delights near Salt Lake City

Suburban Affordable Mountain Views Commuter Welcoming Family-Friendly Convenient

Rated among the best places to live in Utah, Layton offers residents the best of small-town living within close proximity to the big city. Adjacent to the Hill Air Force Base, Layton boasts sweeping views of the Wasatch Mountains, which tower over the city to the east. Convenience to the I-15 and U.S. 89 as well as the FrontRunner commuter rail makes getting around from Layton a breeze.

Should you choose to rent in Layton, you will have the opportunity to attend community events like the annual Liberty Days Celebration, Layton FEST, and the Electric Light Parade. You’ll also be able to hike Adams Canyon Trail, shop for your next gift at Layton Hills Mall, skate through Classic Fun Center, practice your golf swing at Sun Hills and Valley View golf courses, enjoy the outdoors at Layton Commons Park and Ellison Park, learn something new about the past at the Heritage Museum, and experience the power of the arts through regular events at the Kenley Amphitheater. Salt Lake City is less than a 30-minute drive away as well.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Layton, UT is $868 for a studio, $1,230 for one bedroom, $1,503 for two bedrooms, and $1,913 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Layton has decreased by -4.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,230/month
637 Sq Ft
House
$2,562/month
2,153 Sq Ft
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Transportation

54

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

27

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

49

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Sand Springs School

Public

Grades PK-6

809 Students

7
out of 10

Mountain View School

Public

Grades PK-6

781 Students

7
out of 10

Ellison Park School

Public

Grades PK-6

624 Students

7
out of 10

Heritage School

Public

Grades PK-6

737 Students

6
out of 10

Adams School

Public

Grades PK-6

652 Students

6
out of 10

Shoreline Junior High

Public

Grades 7-9

1,187 Students

8
out of 10

Legacy Jr High

Public

Grades 7-9

1,088 Students

6
out of 10

Central Davis Jr High

Public

Grades 7-9

1,009 Students

5
out of 10

North Layton Jr High

Public

Grades 7-9

1,009 Students

3
out of 10

Trident School

Public

Grades 7-12

7 Students

Rating Unavailable

Layton High

Public

Grades 10-12

2,242 Students

4
out of 10

Northridge High

Public

Grades 10-12

1,954 Students

4
out of 10

Trident School

Public

Grades 7-12

7 Students

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Utah Botanical Center
  • Great Salt Lake Nature Center - Trail access only until fall 2016
  • Ott Planetarium
  • Museum of Natural Science

Airports

  • Salt Lake City International

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