TOP OF MARKET, NEW BUILD
Richards Ranch
Enclave of 36 new homes on quarter-acre lots.
Salt Lake County Community Guide
Living in Magna, Utah
A historic copper town on the west side, with a restored Main Street, fast airport access and lots of new homes.
Community Snapshot
Magna at a Glance
Population
35,000+ Residents
County
Salt Lake County
Schools
Granite School District
Silicon Slopes (Lehi)
About 35–40 min
Downtown Salt Lake City
About 20 min
the airport
About 15 min
Mountain View Corridor and SR-201 access
Lifestyle
A historic west-side town with new neighborhoods and quick airport access.
Why You'll Love It
- Historic Main Street
- New Construction
- Near the Airport
The Feel of the Place
Why People Love Living in Magna
Magna Main Street has more than 40 early-1900s brick buildings, the Magna Ethnic & Mining Museum and the 1916 Empress Theatre, which is on the National Register and still stages community shows.
Magna Regional Park (62 acres with an inclusive splash pad), Great Salt Lake State Park's marina and the Saltair shore trail are all close by.
New neighborhoods have made Magna one of the county's fastest-growing places, and the airport is about 15 minutes away.
Honest Guidance
Is Magna right for you?
Perfect if you
- New-construction buyers looking for value
- Airport and west-side workers
- Buyers who love small-town history
You may prefer another community if...
- You commute daily to Lehi or Utah County
- Industrial areas or occasional lake smells would bother you
- You want lots of restaurant choices close by
Featured Neighborhoods
The neighborhoods of Magna.
Each neighborhood in Magna has its own personality and character. Here are a few of the ones that give this city its feel.
CONDOS & TOWNHOMES, NEW BUILD
Gabler's Grove
Ivory Homes townhomes, cottages and homes with a park and canal trail.
NEW CONSTRUCTION
Mahogany Ridge
Homes built since 2020 with a modest HOA.
FAMILY, NEWER
CW Farms
Ivory Homes ramblers and two-stories near Magna Regional Park.
FAMILY, HISTORIC
Historic Magna Townsite
Early-1900s homes near Main Street.
Schools
Schools Serving Magna
These are the public schools that serve Magna. We don't rank schools because every child, family, and educational path is unique.
Elementary
Neighborhood elementary schools.
- Copper Hills Elementary
- Elk Run Elementary
- Lake Ridge Elementary
- Magna Elementary
- Pleasant Green Elementary
Junior High
Middle schools serving the community.
- Scott M. Matheson Junior High
High School
High schools serving Magna students.
- Cyprus High School
Charter
Public charter school options.
- Entheos Academy
School boundaries, enrollment, and programs may change over time. Served by Granite School District. Granite is running a districtwide enrollment study with an outside consultant (first community meeting Nov 19, 2026) that could lead to future boundary changes or school closures; no recommendations have been made yet. Confirm school assignments with the district. 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.
Magna Regional Park
62 acres, inclusive splash pad, courts.
Great Salt Lake State Park
Marina and lake sunsets.
Saltair Shore Trail
Short walk to the lake shore.
Utah and Salt Lake Canal Trail
Canal-side trail with farmland views.
Local Favorites
Where locals go.
A short, honest list — not a directory. The places that come up when neighbors give recommendations.
Restaurants
El Habanero
Family-run Mexican
Colosimo's Standard Market
Family-run Italian sausage
Local Spots
Beardall's Bakery
Main Street hometown bakery
Empress Theatre
1916 community theater
Magna Main Street
Historic copper-town district
Available Now
Current homes in Magna.
Live listings for this community — refreshed daily from the MLS.
Search every active listing in Magna
Explore homes filtered specifically for this community on the full MLS.
Explore the Community
Magna at a glance.
See how neighborhoods, parks, schools, and everyday destinations connect across the city.
Nearby
Explore nearby communities.
Similar in spirit, different in feel. A few communities worth considering alongside this one.
West Valley City
Utah's second-largest city, with TRAX to downtown and the airport.
Explore Community
Kearns
An established west-side city with an Olympic speed-skating oval.
Explore Community
Salt Lake City
Utah's capital, with historic districts and walkable neighborhoods.
Explore Community
Herriman
A growing southwest city with newer master-planned neighborhoods.
Explore Community
Let's Talk
Thinking about buying or selling in Magna?
Whether you're just starting to explore or ready to make a move, Josh is happy to answer questions, share local insight, and help you make the right decision for your family.