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Salt Lake County Community Guide

Living in Bluffdale, Utah

A south-valley city with larger lots, Wasatch and Oquirrh views, and quick access to both Salt Lake and Utah County job centers.

Community Snapshot

Bluffdale at a Glance

Population

19,000+ Residents

County

Salt Lake County

Schools

Jordan School District

Silicon Slopes (Lehi)

About 15 min

Downtown Salt Lake City

About 25–30 min (~22 mi)

SLC International Airport

About 25–30 min

Lifestyle

Room to spread out between Salt Lake and Utah County.

Why You'll Love It

  • Larger Lots
  • Mountain Views
  • Point of the Mountain

The Feel of the Place

Why People Love Living in Bluffdale

Bluffdale has more elbow room than many neighboring cities, with larger lots, semi-rural pockets and custom view homes alongside the newer master-planned Independence at the Point area.

It sits right at the Point of the Mountain, so Silicon Slopes and Salt Lake County employers are both an easy drive, and Wardle Fields Regional Park and the Jordan River Parkway are close to home.

Everyday life in Bluffdale

Honest Guidance

Is Bluffdale right for you?

Perfect if you

  • Want a larger lot or more space
  • Commute to both Lehi and Salt Lake County
  • Want newer homes and townhomes at the Point

You may prefer another community if...

  • Want lots of restaurants and shopping in town
  • Want a walkable downtown

Featured Neighborhoods

The neighborhoods of Bluffdale.

Each part of Bluffdale has its own personality. Here are a few of the areas that give this city its feel.

Falls at Boulden Ridge neighborhood in Bluffdale

Luxury, views

Falls at Boulden Ridge

Custom view homes on the city's east side.

Homes often $1.5M+

Independence at the Point neighborhood in Bluffdale

Family, new construction

Independence at the Point

A master-planned community with parks, newer single-family homes and townhomes.

Homes typically upper $400Ks–upper $800Ks

Day Ranch neighborhood in Bluffdale

Condos & townhomes

Day Ranch

Newer townhomes, a popular entry point into Bluffdale.

Townhomes typically low-to-mid $400Ks

Parry Farms neighborhood in Bluffdale

Family

Parry Farms

A family neighborhood with its own park.

Shadow Mountain & Cascade Cove neighborhood in Bluffdale

Larger lots

Shadow Mountain & Cascade Cove

Larger-lot and estate areas with room to spread out.

Schools

Schools Serving Bluffdale

These are the public and charter schools that serve Bluffdale. We don't rank schools because every child, family, and educational path is unique.

Elementary

Neighborhood elementary schools in Bluffdale.

  • Bluffdale Elementary
  • Mountain Point Elementary

Middle

Middle schools serving Bluffdale students.

  • Hidden Valley Middle School
  • South Hills Middle SchoolLocated in Riverton

High School

Many Bluffdale students attend high school in Riverton.

  • Riverton High SchoolLocated in Riverton

Charter

Public charter school options.

  • North Star Academy
  • Summit Academy (Bluffdale & Independence campuses)
  • Summit Academy High School

School boundaries, enrollment, and programs may change over time. Bluffdale schools are part of Jordan School District. Some Bluffdale homes may be assigned to other high schools, and a small part of the city lies in Utah County. We recommend confirming attendance boundaries and school assignments directly with the district before purchasing a home.

Parks & Recreation

Outdoor Living

Trails, water, sport, and open space — a lot of what makes this community loved happens outdoors.

Wardle Fields Regional Park

A fire-tower playground, zip lines, a bouldering wall and pickleball courts.

Jordan River Parkway Trail

A paved river trail, with the Spring View Farms trailhead.

Jordan Narrows Park

A riverside park at the south end of the valley.

Bluffdale City Park

Ball fields and community events.

Boulden Falls Park

A neighborhood park on the east side.

Local Favorites

Where locals go.

A short, honest list — not a directory. The places that come up when neighbors give recommendations.

Restaurants

  • Toro Ramen and Sushi

    Ramen and sushi favorite

  • Connex Cafe

    Casual local café

Local Spots

  • Bluffdale Old West Days

    Parade, rodeo and fireworks each summer

  • The Nut Garden

    Specialty nut and candy shop

  • Wardle Fields Regional Park

Many locals also head to nearby Riverton, Draper and Lehi for more dining options.

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Bluffdale at a glance.

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Joshua Sterling, REALTOR®

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