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Cottonwood Heights

Cottonwood Heights

$838,094 Average Value
$471 Average Price per Sq Ft
18 Homes For Sale

Cottonwood Heights has newer homes and scenic views

Cottonwood Heights draws people in with a higher-end housing market where the median sale price sits around $1.2 million and most homes are newer single-family builds. The biggest draw, though, is the city’s location in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, near the Big Cottonwood Canyon. You’re close to parks, highly rated schools and routes to ski resorts in the mountains. Add in a roughly 20-minute drive to downtown Salt Lake City, local restaurants and shopping along Park Centre Drive, and it’s easy to see why residents stick around.

Scenic views up Big Cottonwood Canyon lead to ski resorts and hiking near Cottonwood Heights.
Scenic views up Big Cottonwood Canyon lead to ski resorts and hiking near Cottonwood Heights.
Cottonwood Heights residents enjoy close proximity to Big Cottonwood Canyon.
Cottonwood Heights residents enjoy close proximity to Big Cottonwood Canyon.
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A range of homes near the Wasatch Range foothills

You’ll find condos, townhouses and single-family homes that range from ranch-style to sprawling contemporary modern designs here. Prices start in the upper $200,000s for condos and reach around $2.5 million for an estate with mountain views. Most homes are set along sidewalk-lined streets with small lots, but some properties have room for an in-ground pool in the backyard.

Cottonwood Heights offers two-story and ranch style homes.
Cottonwood Heights offers two-story and ranch style homes.
Some Cottonwood Heights homes get uninterrupted views of the mountain range.
Some Cottonwood Heights homes get uninterrupted views of the mountain range.
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Cottonwood Heights has easy ways to get outside

Cottonwood Heights sits along the Wasatch Mountains with direct access to Big Cottonwood Canyon. “You’re pretty much at the base of the canyon,” local Realtor Melissa Ballman with Real Broker, LLC, says. “For most people, when they say they want to live in Cottonwood, it’s because they’re big skiers.” Big Cottonwood Canyon Road cuts through the valley and leads about 15 miles to ski resorts in Brighton and Alta. In the summer, trails leading into the canyon open for hiking and running. Closer to home, you can stop by Butler Park to visit the tennis courts, skatepark or recreation center. Crestwood Park is known for its in-ground pool and shaded walking trail.

Living in Cottonwood Heights mean being a short drive from ski resorts.
Living in Cottonwood Heights mean being a short drive from ski resorts.
Cottonwood Heights residents enjoy running and biking in Big Cottonwood Canyon.
Cottonwood Heights residents enjoy running and biking in Big Cottonwood Canyon.
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Living close to highly rated schools

Schools in the city are part of the Canyons School District. Options like Butler Elementary School and Brighton High School get A-minus ratings from Niche. There are also private Montessori and religious schools.

Brighton High School is located in the Cottonwood Heights neighborhood.
Brighton High School is located in the Cottonwood Heights neighborhood.
Butler Middle School is located in the Cottonwood Heights neighborhood.
Butler Middle School is located in the Cottonwood Heights neighborhood.
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Where locals are driving to around Cottonwood Heights

The city is a quiet and mostly residential area, so it can feel set apart from the rest of the county, but you have access to Interstates 215 and 15 for a roughly 15-mile drive to downtown Salt Lake City. The trip can take about 20 minutes, depending on traffic. You can also drive over and park near the Big Cottonwood Canyon or Freguson Canyon trailheads. There are Utah Transit Authority buses that pass through Cottonwood Heights, but it’s quicker to drive where you’re going.

Cottonwood Heights is close to I-215, making it easy to get to downtown Salt Lake City.
Cottonwood Heights is close to I-215, making it easy to get to downtown Salt Lake City.
Cottonwood Heights is a community nestled in the mountains near downtown Salt Lake.
Cottonwood Heights is a community nestled in the mountains near downtown Salt Lake.
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Whole Foods is located in the Cottonwood Heights neighborhood.
Whole Foods is located in the Cottonwood Heights neighborhood.

Quick trips to local restaurants and national retailers

There’s a small selection of restaurants in Cottonwood Heights, and many are highly rated. You won’t find many chains here, so you’re in for a more personal experience with locally owned spots like:

  • The Hog Wallow Pub, one of the oldest bars in the city, hosts live bands and free pool on Tuesdays
  • Eight Settlers Distillery & Restaurant, a modern American restaurant with an on-site distillery and craft cocktails
  • Market Street Grill, an upscale seafood restaurant known for using fresh ingredients
  • Sumac Cafe, a family-run spot serving homemade Persian dishes
The shopping centers along Park Centre Drive have stores like Target, Trader Joe’s and Barnes & Noble. The Shops at Fort Union center is across the street, along Fort Union Boulevard, and has even more stores to visit.

Annual events bring the city together

Cottonwood Heights hosts several community events throughout the year to bring residents together. When you want to spend time with neighbors, you might join in on the fun during:

  • Butlerville Days, a multiday July festival with a parade, chalk art contest and live entertainment
  • Monster Mash, a Halloween celebration with carnival games and activities for kids
  • Thanksgiving Day 5K, an early morning race where entry fees support the parks and recreation department

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Schools

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Area Facts

Number of Homes
399
Number of Homes for Sale
18
Median Year Built
2014
Months of Supply
43.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,788
Significantly above the national average
1,934
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,963
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,386
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
699
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712

Open Houses

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Cottonwood Heights Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
9
Median Rent
$2,750
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,750
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,600
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,495
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,345

Demographics

Total Population
32,686
Median Age
41
Population Density
144 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$102,594
Above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$133,492

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.6%
College Graduates
54.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
16''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
43''

Area Factors

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

40 / 100

Fairly walkable

Walkability®

50 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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