Salt Lake County, Utah
Sandy is a premier Salt Lake Valley city at the base of the dramatic Wasatch Mountains, offering ski resort access, excellent schools, and some of the most desirable new construction in the metro. Explore mountain modern and craftsman homes with spectacular mountain views.
96K+
City Population
Wasatch
Mountain Backdrop
Ski Access
Minutes to Resorts
$300s-$800s
Median New Home Price
Why buyers love Sandy
Sandy offers the best of both worlds: a dramatic mountain setting at the base of the Wasatch Range with the urban conveniences of the Salt Lake Valley. The city's east bench provides stunning views and ski access, while the central and west areas offer family-friendly neighborhoods with excellent schools and amenities.
The new construction market in Sandy spans from luxury east bench estates with panoramic mountain views to accessible west-side communities near the Jordan River Parkway. Mountain modern and craftsman architecture dominate, with designs that celebrate the mountain setting through natural materials, large windows, and open floor plans.
Sandy sits at the base of the Wasatch Mountains, with the peaks rising dramatically above the city. The mountain backdrop defines Sandy's character, with the ski resorts of Little Cottonwood Canyon and Big Cottonwood Canyon just minutes away. This setting is the primary draw for buyers seeking mountain living with urban convenience.
Sandy is the gateway to some of the best skiing in North America, with Alta, Snowbird, Brighton, and Solitude resorts all accessible via Little and Big Cottonwood Canyons. Year-round outdoor recreation includes hiking, mountain biking, and climbing in the Wasatch foothills.
New construction in Sandy features mountain modern and craftsman-style homes with stucco and stone exteriors, earth tones, and large windows designed to capture the dramatic Wasatch Mountain views. The east bench area offers elevated homesites with panoramic valley and mountain scenery.
Sandy is one of the most desirable suburbs in the Salt Lake Valley, known for excellent schools, low crime rates, and a strong sense of community. The city's location at the southeast corner of the valley provides easy access to the Silicon Slopes tech corridor and downtown Salt Lake City.
New Construction Market
Sandy's new construction market features mountain modern and craftsman homes, with the east bench and Draper border areas leading development.
New homes in Sandy feature mountain modern styling with stone and wood accents, open floor plans, and large windows that frame the spectacular Wasatch Mountain views. The east bench offers elevated homesites with panoramic valley and mountain scenery.
Sandy's east bench provides direct access to Little and Big Cottonwood Canyons, home to some of the best skiing in North America. Alta, Snowbird, Brighton, and Solitude are all within a 20-minute drive, making Sandy a premier base for winter sports enthusiasts.
Sandy is known for its excellent schools, low crime rates, and strong community identity. The city consistently ranks as one of the best places to live in Utah, with award-winning parks, a robust trails system, and a calendar full of community events.
Where to look
The south Sandy/Draper border and the Jordan River Parkway corridor have the most new construction. The east bench near the mountains has luxury infill.
Map centered on the Sandy area — new construction clusters on the east bench, the Draper border, and the Jordan River Parkway corridor.
Active Developments
Below are current new construction communities actively selling in the Sandy area, organized by price point. Each community offers a distinct mix of home styles, amenities, and builder quality.
From the $400s
Wasatch foothills with ski resort proximity and mountain views. Premium Sandy living on the east bench with elevated lots, panoramic views, and access to the best outdoor recreation in the Salt Lake Valley.
Home Sizes
2,200-4,000 sq ft
Bedrooms
3-5 Bedrooms
Key Features
From the mid-$300s
Central Sandy with shopping, dining, and mountain access. Family-oriented community near the South Towne Center with convenient access to I-15 and the Silicon Slopes tech corridor.
Home Sizes
1,600-3,000 sq ft
Bedrooms
3-5 Bedrooms
Key Features
From the mid-$300s
Community along the trail system with river access and mountain backdrop. The Jordan River Parkway offers miles of walking and biking trails with the Wasatch Mountains as a constant backdrop.
Home Sizes
1,600-2,800 sq ft
Bedrooms
3-4 Bedrooms
Key Features
From the $400s
In-city new builds with mountain views and walkable neighborhoods. Established Sandy neighborhoods with new construction infill, combining mature trees and community character with modern homes.
Home Sizes
2,000-3,500 sq ft
Bedrooms
3-5 Bedrooms
Key Features
From the mid-$300s
South Sandy near the tech corridor with modern homes and Silicon Slopes access. The Draper border area offers direct access to the Point of the Mountain and the Silicon Slopes job corridor.
Home Sizes
1,600-2,800 sq ft
Bedrooms
3-4 Bedrooms
Key Features
From the mid-$300s
More accessible Sandy with valley views and convenient highway access. West Sandy offers some of the best value in the Sandy market, with easy access to I-15 and the Jordan River Parkway.
Home Sizes
1,600-2,800 sq ft
Bedrooms
3-4 Bedrooms
Key Features
Note: Prices, availability, and community details are approximate and subject to change. Listed information is based on publicly available builder and market data as of July 2026. Contact us for the most current pricing, lot availability, and incentive information for any Sandy area community.
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