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Communities

Around Utah & Salt Lake County.

Each city in Utah County and Salt Lake County has its own feel. Here's a quick, general overview to get you started. I'm always happy to talk through the details.

Utah County

  1. 01

    Saratoga Springs

    On the west shore of Utah Lake, with lake access, trails and lots of parks. Homes are mostly newer construction, from townhomes to single-family neighborhoods. Commuters often use Pioneer Crossing or Mountain View Corridor.

  2. 02

    Eagle Mountain

    Wide open spaces, mountain views and an extensive trail system. Known for newer subdivisions and larger lots in some areas. Commute is typically via SR-73 and Pony Express Parkway.

  3. 03

    Lehi

    Home to Silicon Slopes and a busy tech corridor, plus Thanksgiving Point, shopping and dining. Housing ranges from historic homes downtown to new builds. Easy access to I-15 and FrontRunner.

  4. 04

    Lindon

    A smaller city tucked against the mountains, with many established homes on larger lots, equestrian areas and quick access to I-15 and the Murdock Canal Trail.

  5. 05

    Orem

    Central location with University Place, parks, and Utah Valley University. A wide mix of established ranch and split-level homes, plus newer townhomes. Close to I-15 and the UVX bus line.

  6. 06

    Payson

    At the south end of the county, with a historic downtown, Payson Canyon and the Nebo Loop scenic byway nearby. Homes include older classics and newer subdivisions. I-15 access for commuting north.

  7. 07

    Greater Utah County

    From American Fork and Pleasant Grove to Provo, Springville and Spanish Fork, there's a wide range of home styles, price points and lifestyles. I'm happy to help you compare areas.

Salt Lake County

  1. 01

    Sandy

    Close to Little Cottonwood and Big Cottonwood canyons, with quick access to ski resorts and hiking. Also home to the South Towne area, Rio Tinto Stadium and plenty of shopping. Homes range from established ranch and two-story neighborhoods to newer townhomes. Commuters use I-15, I-215 and TRAX.

  2. 02

    Draper

    Set against the Wasatch and Traverse Mountains, with Corner Canyon's trail system for hiking and mountain biking. Housing includes hillside custom homes, larger lots and newer communities. Easy access to I-15, FrontRunner and TRAX.

  3. 03

    South Jordan

    Known for the Daybreak master-planned community with its lake, trails and walkable village centers, plus more established neighborhoods to the east. Mountain View Corridor, Bangerter Highway, TRAX and FrontRunner serve commuters.

  4. 04

    Riverton

    A mix of established neighborhoods and newer builds, with parks, a historic town center and access to the Jordan River Parkway. Bangerter Highway and Mountain View Corridor are common commute routes.

  5. 05

    Herriman

    On the southwest edge of the valley, with foothill trails, open space and mountain views. Homes are mostly newer construction, from townhomes to single-family neighborhoods. Mountain View Corridor and Bangerter Highway connect north.

  6. 06

    West Jordan

    A central west-side location with the Jordan River Parkway, golf courses and shopping along Bangerter and Redwood Road. Housing includes classic ranch-style homes, newer subdivisions and townhomes. TRAX and Mountain View Corridor help with commuting.

For school information, please visit the official district websites, such as Alpine School District, Nebo School District, Provo City School District, Canyons, Jordan and Granite School Districts, or Utah's charter school listings.

Let's talk

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