Cottonwood Heights at a glance
Homes at the mouths of Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons, minutes from four ski resorts.
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Living in Cottonwood Heights
Cottonwood Heights became a city in 2005 and sits on the southeast bench of the Salt Lake Valley. Its biggest draw is location: Big Cottonwood Canyon (Solitude and Brighton) and Little Cottonwood Canyon (Snowbird and Alta) start right at the city’s edge.
- Skiing: four resorts within a short drive up the canyons.
- Trails: the Bonneville Shoreline Trail, Ferguson Canyon and Butler Fork are close by.
- Commute: I-215 and Fort Union Boulevard connect to the rest of the valley.
Homes in Cottonwood Heights
Most homes are single-family ramblers, split-levels and two-story homes from the 1960s through the 1990s, with some newer custom homes on the bench and condos and townhomes near the main roads. Views, canyon proximity and updates make a meaningful difference in value.
Selling in Cottonwood Heights
Buyers here are often outdoor-focused, so features like garage space for gear, easy canyon access and views tend to matter. A pricing analysis built on recent nearby sales will show how your home’s specific features compare.
Gian in Cottonwood Heights
Gian Sexsmith has closed 12 sales in Cottonwood Heights since 2020. Recent sales:
| Street | Price | Year | Gian represented |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Way | $766,000 | 2025 | Buyer |
| Alpen Way | $873,000 | 2024 | Seller |
| Danforth Dr | $820,000 | 2024 | Buyer |
| 2825 East | $615,000 | 2023 | Buyer |
| Monterey Dr (condo) | $500,000 | 2023 | Buyer |
| Campus Dr | $750,000 | 2022 | Buyer |
Cottonwood Heights market snapshot
Cottonwood Heights’ median sale price was about $760,000 for the three months ending September 2026, down 3.3% from a year earlier. Homes sold in about 29 days, faster than 34 a year ago (source: Redfin). Prices have softened a little, but well-priced homes are still selling quickly.
What to know about Cottonwood Heights
- Canyon access. The city sits at the mouths of Big and Little Cottonwood canyons, so Solitude, Brighton, Snowbird and Alta are a short drive. Storm days can add a lot of canyon traffic.
- Different school district. Cottonwood Heights is in Canyons School District, not Granite like neighboring Holladay and Millcreek. Brighton High is in the city.
- 1950s–1980s homes. Most homes Gian has sold here were built between the mid-1950s and the late 1980s.
- Butlerville Days. The city’s summer festival, held each July.
Common questions about Cottonwood Heights
Which school district serves Cottonwood Heights?
Canyons School District. Neighboring Holladay and Millcreek are in Granite, so check the district when comparing homes across the city line.
How fast are Cottonwood Heights homes selling?
About 29 days for the three months ending September 2026, faster than a year earlier, even with the median price down 3.3%.
Homes for sale in Cottonwood Heights
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