Liberty Wells Real Estate (Salt Lake City, UT)
Liberty Wells sits directly south of Liberty Park between State Street and 700 East. 1920s-30s working-class bungalows and English cottages on small lots, with a growing share of modern infill.
Liberty Wells dominates Salt Lake City’s 84115 zip — MLS data below reflects that area.
Character & Lifestyle
Gentrified steadily — proximity to Liberty Park, walk to 9th & 9th and Sugar House, plus Trax access pull young professional buyers priced out of Sugar House.
Boundaries
South: 2100 South. North: 1300 South (Liberty Park). East: 700 East. West: State Street.
Walk, Transit, & Bike Scores
Commute Times from Liberty Wells
| Destination | Drive time | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty Park | 3 min | 0.5 mi |
| Downtown SLC | 10 min | 2.5 mi |
| 9th & 9th commercial | 5 min | 1 mi |
| Sugar House | 7 min | 2 mi |
| U of U campus | 12 min | 3.5 mi |
| SLC Airport | 15 min | 8 mi |
| Snowbird (ski) | 38 min | 25 mi |
Schools — Liberty Wells
Salt Lake City School District. Feeder: West High School.
- Liberty Elementary (K-6)Primary feeder5/10School site →
- Whittier Elementary (K-6)Some addresses4/10School site →
- Bryant Middle (7-8)Serves Liberty Wells5/10School site →
- West High School (9-12)Assigned high school (different feeder from Sugar House)5/10School site →
- Salt Lake City SD (District)District info
Ratings from GreatSchools.org. Boundaries change — verify by address.
Architecture & Housing Stock
Recent Sold Comparables
| Description | Bd/Ba | SqFt | Sold Price | Days on Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Wells — restored bungalow | 3/2 | 1,700 | $565,000 | 16 |
| Liberty Wells — modern townhome | 3/2 | 1,500 | $495,000 | 22 |
| Liberty Wells — 1920s cottage | 2/1 | 1,100 | $395,000 | 24 |
| Liberty Wells — updated bungalow | 4/2 | 2,000 | $625,000 | 12 |
| Liberty Wells — small starter | 2/1 | 950 | $345,000 | 38 |
Representative recent sales from MLS, addresses redacted. Contact me for full address-level comps.
West High feeder = price discount vs Sugar House
Identical-looking bungalow in Sugar House (Highland feeder) vs Liberty Wells (West feeder) can run 20-30% price difference. Schools drive the gap.
9-Line bike path is a value driver
Houses on or near the 9-Line trail sell faster and at premium. Bike commuters pay.
Investor turnover is real
Many Liberty Wells bungalows were investor flips 2018-2024. Quality varies wildly. Always third-party inspection.
Gentrification is uneven
Block-by-block gentrification means some blocks are mostly renovated, others mostly original. Tour the actual block.
Foundation surprises common
1920s bungalows + clay soil + decades of investor flips = expect foundation surprises. Get engineer inspection.
— Kris Bowen, Real Estate Broker. 23 years of Liberty Wells closings.
Liberty Wells Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the median home price in Liberty Wells?
Median sold price over the last 6 months was $473,620 based on 102 MLS sales in zip 84115.
How fast do homes sell in Liberty Wells?
Median days on market is 29 days.
What schools serve Liberty Wells?
- Liberty Elementary (K-6)Primary feeder5/10School site →
- Whittier Elementary (K-6)Some addresses4/10School site →
- Bryant Middle (7-8)Serves Liberty Wells5/10School site →
- West High School (9-12)Assigned high school (different feeder from Sugar House)5/10School site →
- Salt Lake City SD (District)District info
What zip code is Liberty Wells in?
Liberty Wells is in zip code 84115.
Can I run an Airbnb in Liberty Wells?
SLC prohibits whole-home STRs unless owner-occupied. Liberty Wells is R-2 mixed residential.
Is there an HOA in Liberty Wells?
Single-family Liberty Wells no HOA. Newer townhome and condo developments have HOAs.
How do I see what’s currently for sale in Liberty Wells?
Use the Liberty Wells page on zoomUTAH.
Similar Neighborhoods
If you like Liberty Wells, also look at: 9th & 9th, Central City, or Sugar House.
By Kris Bowen, Real Estate Broker, LPT Realty LLC. 23 years Utah real estate. License #5504762-AB00. MLS data refreshed 2026-06-25.
