Poplar Grove Real Estate (Salt Lake City, UT)
Poplar Grove sits between North Temple and California Avenue on SLC’s westside. Housing stock similar to Glendale — 1920s-50s bungalows and ranchers on full lots — with slightly higher price points.
Poplar Grove shares Salt Lake City’s 84104 zip with Glendale — combined MLS data below.
Character & Lifestyle
International Peace Gardens and Jordan River Parkway anchor the western edge. Strong value with growth potential as westside investment continues.
Boundaries
South: California Avenue. North: North Temple. East: I-15. West: Jordan River.
Walk, Transit, & Bike Scores
Commute Times from Poplar Grove
| Destination | Drive time | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown SLC | 7-9 min | 2.5 mi |
| SLC Airport | 8 min | 4 mi |
| U of U campus | 13 min | 4.5 mi |
| Sugar House | 14 min | 5.5 mi |
| Granary District | 5 min | 1.5 mi |
| Goldman Sachs (S Jordan) | 20 min | 13 mi |
| International Peace Gardens | 3 min | 0.5 mi |
Schools — Poplar Grove
Salt Lake City School District. Feeder: West High School.
- Mountain View Elementary (K-6)Primary feeder4/10School site →
- Edison Elementary (K-6)Some southern addresses4/10School site →
- Glendale Middle (7-8)Serves Poplar Grove4/10School site →
- West High School (9-12)Assigned high school5/10School 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poplar Grove — 1950s rancher | 3/2 | 1,500 | $425,000 | 18 |
| Poplar Grove — bungalow | 2/1 | 1,100 | $345,000 | 22 |
| Poplar Grove — updated split-level | 4/2 | 1,900 | $495,000 | 14 |
| Poplar Grove — handyman | 3/1 | 1,250 | $295,000 | 38 |
| Poplar Grove — modern infill | 3/2 | 1,700 | $545,000 | 12 |
Representative recent sales from MLS, addresses redacted. Contact me for full address-level comps.
Granary District spillover is real
Granary redevelopment is pushing demand west. Poplar Grove appreciated faster than Glendale last 3 years.
Jordan River corridor value
Homes within walking distance of Jordan River Parkway trade at modest premium — bike commuters pay for access.
Lots are bigger than east-side
Quarter-acre lots common. ADU potential per SLC ordinance.
School ratings same caveat as Glendale
Magnet and charter school options exist. Plan ahead if school-age kids.
Investor competition high
Same sub-$400K investor competition as Glendale. Owner-occupants need solid offers.
— Kris Bowen, Real Estate Broker. 23 years of Poplar Grove closings.
Poplar Grove Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the median home price in Poplar Grove?
Median sold price over the last 6 months was $410,000 based on 100 MLS sales in zip 84104.
How fast do homes sell in Poplar Grove?
Median days on market is 25 days.
What schools serve Poplar Grove?
- Mountain View Elementary (K-6)Primary feeder4/10School site →
- Edison Elementary (K-6)Some southern addresses4/10School site →
- Glendale Middle (7-8)Serves Poplar Grove4/10School site →
- West High School (9-12)Assigned high school5/10School site →
- Salt Lake City SD (District)District info
What zip code is Poplar Grove in?
Poplar Grove is in zip code 84104.
Can I run an Airbnb in Poplar Grove?
SLC prohibits whole-home STRs unless owner-occupied.
Is there an HOA in Poplar Grove?
Single-family Poplar Grove generally no HOA.
How do I see what’s currently for sale in Poplar Grove?
Use the Poplar Grove page on zoomUTAH.
Similar Neighborhoods
If you like Poplar Grove, also look at: Glendale (adjacent), The Granary District, or The Marmalade.
By Kris Bowen, Real Estate Broker, LPT Realty LLC. 23 years Utah real estate. License #5504762-AB00. MLS data refreshed 2026-06-25.
