Sitting between the Wasatch and Oquirrh Mountains is Riverton, an active community on land previously occupied by horse pastures. Its suburban streets are lined with bike paths, and schools and parks are within walking distance of some homes. “The area used to be horse properties that people have turned into homes and shopping centers,” says Rodney Moser, Broker/Owner at NextHome Navigator, who has nearly three decades of experience. “It’s considered an affordable city that’s close to downtown Salt Lake.” The city was incorporated in 1948 and has been steadily growing ever since. High-density housing is concentrated on the west side of town, while the south side is more rural, with large properties trending higher in price than other parts of town. “Riverton has a touch of everything,” says Joshua Lee, director of communications and public affairs for the city. “Different types of homes, places to shop, and you still have that small town feel that we pride ourselves on.”
The city of 45,000 is growing, with newly constructed homes and new and upcoming employers. Moser says Mountain View Village is a new, 94-acre mixed-use development, and a new military center, the New U.S. Army Readiness Center, is being built nearby and plans to open in spring 2026. Salt Lake County’s major employers include Intermountain Healthcare, the University of Utah and the state government. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Riverton’s median household income is $120,000.
Residents of Riverton have incredible views to Wasatch mountains to the east.
There are many new developments in Riverton.
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Mountainside living in modern homes
Riverton’s median home price is $713,000, higher than the national average of $420,000. Homes stay on the market for an average of 61 days, compared to the national average of 44 days. 1970s ranches and newer, larger craftsman style homes are both common here, and the 55-plus Harvest Gardens has two-story rambler homes. All residents have mountainside views from their homes; most properties are surrounded by fences and connected by paved sidewalks.
'90s-era ranch-style homes often feature stone exteriors in Riverton.
New Traditional homes are common in Riverton.
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Studying at highly-ranked institutions
Children attend school through the Jordan School District, rated B by Niche. Within Riverton is Riverton High School, which serves about 2,000 students and is rated B-plus by Niche. The University of Utah is a public college 26 miles north founded in 1850; it has an enrollment of about 32,000 students.
Saint Andrew Catholic School is a K-8 school located in the Saint Andrew Catholic Parish Church, Riverton. Other local places of worship include South Mountain Community Church, South Jordan Campus, Midvalley Bible Church and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
Some Riverton students are zoned for Rose Creek Elementary School.
Entrance to Riverton High School located in Riverton, UT.
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Riding through Riverton
Utah State Route 71 runs east and west, reaching the neighboring city of Draper. Utah State Route 154, also called Bangerter Highway, goes north and south, leading people to downtown Salt Lake City. Interstate 15 sits east of Riverton, and the city has no public transportation. The Salt Lake City International Airport is 23 miles north for long-distance travel. The Intermountain Health Riverton Hospital is the city’s medical center. In the last couple of years, the city’s property crimes have slightly increased while violent crime has decreased, according to the Utah Department of Public Safety.
Running errands at new shopping centers
The massive Mountain View Village is a mixed-use development with a mixture of shops, restaurants and entertainment tenants. It has a Harmon’s grocery store, a movie theater and clothing retailers like Burlington and T.J. Maxx. Las Botellas is an Italian spot in the plaza, while Via 313 Pizza serves Detroit-style pies. Chain restaurants like Shake Shack and Panera Bread also have a presence here. "You can find just about everything from mom-and-pop shops to national chains. That's where most people do their shopping," Lee says. "Because of these businesses' success, we can keep taxes low." Across from Mountain View Village is X-Golf Riverton, an indoor golfing facility. Delton Lanes is the city’s bowling alley; it includes a laser tag room and an arcade.
Each June, Riverton hosts its Town Days Rodeo, a traditional rodeo with local vendors and food trucks. In July, the city hosts the Riverton Town Days Parade.
There are many restaurant options in Riverton.
Riverton has a variety of chain and local restaurants like Sushi Yu.
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Sports games and Sunday concerts at Riverton City Park
The Riverton City Park has a playground, a pavilion, athletic courts and a splash pad. It’s also a hub for city events, including the annual Fourth of July celebration, food truck Fridays and Sunday concerts. City Hall Park is a small green space within walking distance of the Riverton Library, and the CR Hamilton Sports Complex is the city’s go-to indoor recreation center. The 18-hole Riverbend Golf Course overlooks the Jordan River. The professional Real Monarchs, a soccer club, plays at Zions Bank Stadium, 7 miles away.
Riverton City Park offers a skatepark for locals.
Local kids enjoy the playgrounds at Riverton City Park.
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West coast wildfires
Utah experiences wildfire season every year between July and October. This mostly happens because of the area’s dry, arid climate; people are required to get a burn permit to make campfires or host barbecues. Herriman’s topography can also cause air pollution, as it sits at a high elevation between mountain ranges.
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