Community Guide
Draper sits at the southeastern edge of the Salt Lake Valley, cradled between the Wasatch Mountains to the east and the Oquirrh range to the west. It is a city that has quietly become one of Utah's most desirable addresses -- a place where world-class mountain trails start at your back door and Fortune 500 tech campuses are a five-minute drive from your front one.
The transformation over the past decade has been remarkable. What was once a quiet bedroom community is now the beating heart of Utah's tech corridor, known nationally as Silicon Slopes. Companies like Adobe, Pluralsight, Ancestry, and dozens of high-growth startups have planted their headquarters here, drawn by the same thing that draws residents: proximity to both a thriving economy and unparalleled outdoor access.
Corner Canyon is the crown jewel. Over 4,000 acres of preserved open space with 47 miles of interconnected trails for hiking, mountain biking, and trail running. The views from the Ghost Falls and Bonneville Shoreline trails are the kind that make out-of-state visitors pull out their phones and start researching home prices on the spot.
Families gravitate to Draper for the Jordan School District, which consistently ranks among the best in the state. Corner Canyon High School has become a flagship, and the community's investment in parks, recreation centers, and youth programs is visible at every turn. The Draper City Park complex and South Mountain activities make it easy to keep kids active year-round.
The Point of the Mountain area, straddling Draper and Lehi, is ground zero for Utah's economic growth. Traverse Mountain has brought new retail, dining, and residential options, while the future Inland Port development will further accelerate the area's trajectory. For homebuyers thinking about long-term appreciation, few locations along the Wasatch Front offer the combination of constrained supply (mountains limit sprawl), tech-driven demand, and infrastructure investment that Draper delivers.
Tony has closed deals across every Draper neighborhood and knows exactly which streets catch the morning light, which cul-de-sacs sit above the inversion layer, and which new builds are worth the premium. Whether you want a SunCrest luxury estate with ski-resort views or a family-friendly rambler in South Mountain, Tony will get you into the right property at the right price.
Neighborhoods
$750K - $1.5M+
Perched on the mountain above Draper, SunCrest delivers panoramic valley views, cooler summer temperatures, and above-the-inversion living. A gated enclave of newer construction with generous lot sizes and direct trail access.
$550K - $850K
The heart of family Draper. Established neighborhoods with mature landscaping, proximity to Corner Canyon trailheads, and easy access to the South Mountain YMCA and community parks.
$700K - $1.2M
Tucked along the mountain bench, Hidden Canyon offers a secluded feel with larger lots and custom-built homes. Many properties back directly to open space and trail systems.
$450K - $650K
The original Draper. Charming character homes on quieter streets near the heart of town. Great value relative to the rest of Draper, with easy access to I-15 and TRAX.
$600K - $1M
Newer development at the southern edge of Draper near Point of the Mountain. Modern floor plans, community amenities, and proximity to the Traverse Mountain shopping and dining corridor.
$550K - $750K
A well-established family neighborhood with excellent walkability, community parks, and a strong HOA that maintains the area's appeal. Popular with young families for its schools and playground access.
Why Draper
47 miles of world-class hiking and mountain biking trails, including Ghost Falls, Ann's Trail, and the Bonneville Shoreline. Accessible from dozens of neighborhood trailheads.
Adobe, Pluralsight, Ancestry, Qualtrics, and hundreds of startups within a 10-minute drive. Utah's tech corridor means high-paying jobs without a long commute.
Active new-build developments across Traverse Mountain, SunCrest, and the Point of the Mountain corridor. Modern floor plans with mountain views and smart-home features.
Jordan and Canyons school districts serve Draper, both ranking in the top tier statewide. Corner Canyon High School and Draper Elementary are community anchors.
Brighton and Solitude are 35 minutes up Big Cottonwood Canyon. Snowbird and Alta are 40 minutes via Little Cottonwood. Park City resorts under an hour.
Direct I-15 freeway access at multiple interchanges. TRAX Blue Line connects Draper to downtown SLC, the University of Utah, and the airport corridor.
Tony has sold homes in every Draper neighborhood. He knows which streets sit above the inversion, which builders deliver quality, and where the best values hide. Let him put that knowledge to work for you.