TOP OF MARKET, MASTER-PLANNED
Highbury at Lake Park
Ivory Homes community with wide streets and walking trails beside Lake Park.
Salt Lake County Community Guide
Living in West Valley City, Utah
Utah's second-largest city, with the TRAX Green Line to downtown and the airport, big-league venues and a diverse food scene.
Community Snapshot
West Valley City at a Glance
Population
137,000+ Residents
County
Salt Lake County
Schools
Granite School District
Silicon Slopes (Lehi)
About 30–40 min
Downtown Salt Lake City
About 15 min
the airport
About 15 min
the University of Utah
About 20–25 min
downtown and the airport
TRAX Green Line from West Valley Central
Lifestyle
Utah's second-largest city, with rail to downtown and the airport.
Why You'll Love It
- TRAX Green Line
- Arenas & Amphitheatre
- Diverse Food
The Feel of the Place
Why People Love Living in West Valley City
The TRAX Green Line starts at West Valley Central and runs to downtown Salt Lake City and the airport, with four stations in the city, and the Midvalley Express bus line connects east to Murray.
The Maverik Center (home of the Utah Grizzlies and an Olympic hockey venue) and the Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre bring big events close to home, and the Utah Cultural Celebration Center hosts festivals and art.
Centennial Park, Decker Lake, the Redwood Nature Area, the Jordan River Parkway and two city golf courses (Stonebridge and The Ridge) give the city plenty of outdoor space.
Honest Guidance
Is West Valley City right for you?
Perfect if you
- First-time buyers looking for Salt Lake County value
- Commuters to downtown or the airport by TRAX or I-215
- Golfers and families who use the city's recreation centers
You may prefer another community if...
- You want a large-lot luxury market
- You want school boundaries that won't change soon
- You commute daily to Lehi or Utah County
Featured Neighborhoods
The neighborhoods of West Valley City.
Each neighborhood in West Valley City has its own personality and character. Here are a few of the ones that give this city its feel.
ESTABLISHED, LARGER LOTS
Chesterfield
One of the city's original communities, with wider streets and larger lots.
FAMILY, NEWER SUBURBAN
Oquirrh Shadows / West Hunter
1990s–2000s west-side subdivisions with yards and parks.
CONDOS & TOWNHOMES
Bonneville Towns
Gated David Weekley townhome community near Mountain View Corridor.
FAMILY, ESTABLISHED
Granger
Brick ramblers near Granger High and Valley Fair Mall, including the mid-century Westshire pocket.
Schools
Schools Serving West Valley City
These are the public schools that serve West Valley City. We don't rank schools because every child, family, and educational path is unique.
Elementary
Neighborhood elementary schools.
- Academy Park Elementary
- Granger Elementary
- Harry S. Truman Elementary
- Hillsdale Elementary
- Hillside Elementary
- Hunter Elementary
- Jackling Elementary
- Monroe Elementary
- Philo T. Farnsworth Elementary
- Pioneer Elementary
- Robert Frost Elementary
- Rolling Meadows Elementary
- Stansbury Elementary
- Valley Crest ElementarySpanish dual language immersion magnet
- West Valley Elementary
- Whittier Elementary
Junior High
Middle schools serving the community.
- Hunter Junior High
- John F. Kennedy Junior High
- Valley Junior High
- West Lake Junior High
High School
Granger and Hunter are the city's high schools; some areas are assigned to Cyprus High or Taylorsville High.
- Granger High School
- Hunter High School
Charter
Public charter school options.
- American Preparatory Academy
- East Hollywood High
- Monticello Academy
- Vanguard Academy
- Wallace Stegner Academy
School boundaries, enrollment, and programs may change over time. Served by Granite School District. Granite closed Orchard and Redwood elementaries in 2025 and shifted some boundaries. 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.
Centennial Park
78 acres with pool, ice rink, fields.
Decker Lake Park
1.3-mile loop around the lake.
Redwood Nature Area
66-acre preserve with a 1.1-mile trail.
Jordan River Parkway Trail
Paved river trail.
Stonebridge Golf Club
27 holes on 340 acres.
The Ridge Golf Club
18 holes on the west bench.
Local Favorites
Where locals go.
A short, honest list — not a directory. The places that come up when neighbors give recommendations.
Restaurants
Pho 777
Family-run pho
Tuk Tuk's
Bold Thai and Laotian
Crown Burgers
Pastrami-topped Utah classic
Coffee
Azúcar Mexican Coffee Shop
Café de olla
Local Spots
Maverik Center
Grizzlies hockey and concerts
Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre
Outdoor summer concerts
Utah Cultural Celebration Center
Festivals and art
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Explore the Community
West Valley City at a glance.
See how neighborhoods, parks, schools, and everyday destinations connect across the city.
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