Smithfield, UT 1 Apartments for Rent

Smithfield was founded in 1857 by Robert Thornley and his cousin Seth Langdon who were sent north from Salt Lake City by Brigham Young to found a settlement on Summit Creek, its original name. After a preliminary scouting, Robert returned with his new wife Annie Brighton. Their first winter was spent in a wagon box. Brrr!

Located just eleven minutes from the larger city of Logan, Smithfield has a population of 9,495 as of the 2010 census, and is just over four miles in size. It is a part of the greater Logan Utah-Idaho Metro statistical area. Surrounded by the beautiful Wasatch Mountain Range, you only need to look out your window to find a beautiful view.

Moving to Smithfield

If you're moving to Smithfield, UT, your apartment search should start early. Vacancies are few here, and you'll need about a month to find property rentals whether you are looking for a house rental or 1 bedroom apartments. Consult the community's own "Herald Journal" newspaper and look at online rental resources, as well as driving through the area yourself to find that hidden gem!

At an elevation of around 4600 feet, expect chilly winters, but if you like skiing, then you'll love that Beaver Mountain Skiing is just a few minutes away. Spring, summer, and fall are mild and generally not very wet -- the perfect weather to take a hike! So bring your ski poles along with your hiking boots and get ready for an active lifestyle. But don't forget to bring the essential moving documents for your future landlord, including work and rental histories, your ID, and proof of employment. Take your head out of the clouds long enough to make sure your credit report is up to date, as well!

Neighborhoods in Smithfield

Bordering the Wasatch-Cache National Forest, you'll find plenty of scenic mountainous beauty around this pleasant community.

White Horse Village: This is a suburban neighborhood of large to medium single-family homes and town homes. While many properties are occupied by owners, if you look carefully you can still find rental homes here. Homes were built primarily between 1970 and the present, offering an array of different styles to choose from. The vacancy rate is very low, so look carefully and remember to stay calm and carry on!

Smithfield City Center: Suburban in feel and density, this is where you'll find the 18 hole, par 72 Birch Creek Golf Course. Take a swing at single family homes and mobile homes here built mostly between 1970 and 1999, although some more historic pre-1940 properties are also located in this area, for those with an eye towards the past.

Living in Smithfield

Once dependent on dairy farms, DelMonte canning, and sugar beets, today Smithfield is mostly a solid commuting community, with most residents heading into Logan for work. If you enjoy a sense of community and plenty of friendly activities planned around your home, Smithfield is the place for you. There's a strong sense of putting community and family first here. The Recreation Center offers a state of the art weight room, basketball and racquetball courts, along with aerobic and dance studios, with plenty of community classes for adults and kids alike.

Is outdoor recreation more your thing? Try large Mack Park with picnic areas, horseshoe pits, fire pit, and sand volleyball for a small taste of the beach. Central Park features more horseshoes and volleyball along with picnic spots and even three charcoal ovens so you can cook a full meal for an outdoor feast. At Heritage Park you'll find a pretty gazebo, perfect for hosting a party with a youth center nearby for the young ones! Forester Acres offers softball fields, a pony league field, playground, outdoor batting cages, and equestrian park, as well as an extensive trail system. Whether you like to go horseback riding or use your own legs for a jog, you'll find plenty of space to do both here.

Smithfield offers activities for people from all walks of life. Whether you're into Tae Kwon Do, group fitness classes, or dance, the parks and recreation department in Smithfield has you covered. Cool off with a swim in the Sky View pool, too.

Just in case you run out of things to do right here in town -- which will prove tough to do -- you could drive to the American West Heritage Center to learn the history of the region. During the brisk winter months, strap on your skis and enjoy the downhill thrills at Beaver Mountain. Also nearby is the Hardware Ranch Wildlife Management Area. This area has a mission to support sustainable wildlife and increase awareness of it. Like elk? You'll find many of these beautiful creatures here. Bring your camera to photograph the wildlife, or you get your hands dirty fishing, hunting, or simply exploring this area which is known as a state of the art elk handling facility. How many of your friends can say they've been to one of those?

Maybe you fancy yourself an explorer? Experience the pristine wilderness of nearby Smithfield Canyon for a day hike, or stay overnight at the Smithfield Canyon Campground, where a trailhead leads into the breathtaking wilderness.

You can still enjoy nature staying closer to home. Check out the Stokes Nature Center, which holds an annual Earth Day Soiree. Year 'round, education programs and exhibits promote stewardship of nature -- without having to climb around in it, if that's not your thing. Willow Park Zoo in Logan also provides hours of fun.

There are so many fun activities in town that you may forget about having to go to work. The good news: commuting time is between 15 and 30 minutes each way in Smithfield. You will need a car if you move here, though. Most residents drive or carpool to get to work in the morning.