Magna, UT Multifamily Homes & Duplexes for Sale

Magna, UT, is a historic mining city northeast of the Oquirrh Mountains and 8 miles south of the Great Salt Lake. With a population of about 30,000, Magna has evolved from its origins as a copper mine town, featuring early 20th-century buildings on Magna Main Street, where Disney Channel movies like “Dadnapped” were filmed. The city has seen growth with new subdivisions attracting younger families. Major employers include Kennecott Copper Corporation and the University of Utah. Housing options range from newly-constructed townhomes to 1980s bungalows and ranches, with median home prices around $480,000. Magna Regional Park, the largest green space, offers a jungle gym, splash pad, and pavilion, while Magna Copper Park includes athletic courts and a community garden. The Copper Club Golf Course and Magna Fitness and Recreation Center provide additional attractions. Dining options on Magna Main Street include Colosimo's Original Standard Market & Sausage Factory and Llaneros Restaurant. The Great Saltair concert arena hosts major acts, and the city celebrates the Fourth of July with a parade and 5K run. Commuting is facilitated by Utah State Route 201 and public bus services to Salt Lake City. The Salt Lake City International Airport is 10 miles away. Crime rates have declined over the past five years, making Magna safer than the national average. The city experiences all four seasons, with air pollution and wildfire season occurring annually. The proximity to the Great Salt Lake results in occasional unpleasant odors due to decaying wildlife.