2848 S 500 E
South Salt Lake, UT 84106
MLS #2086105

Single Family Home for Sale

Showings start on Saturday, May 24th. Step into this exquisite 1940's home which according to lore, inspired a Better Homes and Gardens feature. Bestowed with handsome architectural charm and by the hands of extensive renovation, many modern conveniences. This home boasts an impressive front porch bordered by bold black wrought iron railings. The unique home design features archways and nooks, coved ceilings, a centrally featured wood burning fireplace. The impressively spacious living room with its dramatic dark walnut flooring begs for its own family sized cozy sectional sofa. Through original divided light wood doors toward the back of the central living space is a beautiful sunroom overlooking the inspired backyard. --The intimate dining area with sustainable bamboo flooring is perfectly suited for hosting dinner parties or enjoying casual game nights, offering versatility for any occasion. The efficiently designed kitchen has been tastefully updated with clean white cabinetry, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances, making it a delightful space for the home chef. --The main floor includes a generously sized primary bedroom with dual closets, and a cozy guest bedroom. The hallway connecting the two sleeping quarters is adorned with built-in cabinetry, and a beautifully tiled sea foam bathroom that adds a touch of tranquility. --The renovated basement expands your living options, featuring 1-2 additional bedrooms, a kitchenette, and a stunning subway-tiled walk-in shower with a concrete-topped vanity. This space has a noteworthy history as a successful rental, fetching $1,300+/month, making the home an excellent investment opportunity. --Set on a quarter-acre lot, the outdoor space is a true oasis, creatively xeriscaped with drip irrigation and shaded by a lush canopy of trees. On the north side, you'll find a farmers market-sized garden area, ready for your spring plantings in healthy native and amended soil. --The property also includes an impressive 66-foot concrete driveway, a 1.5 car garage, a serene zen rock garden in the rear and a freshly laid patch of grass. A delightful surprise awaits at the back corner, a transformed tool shed that now serves as a modern, fully equipped studio. Insulated, climate-controlled, and ventilated, this stylish space features a large matte grey tiled floor and two new workbenches, perfect for hobbies or creative pursuits. --As an added bonus, a brand new roof and A/C unit and coil (installed April 2025) provide peace of mind for future years. --Don't miss your chance to own this unique blend of history and modern living!