What is the property tax rate in Sandy?

Sandy's 56 tax areas had total 2025 rates of 0.912% to 1.021% of taxable value, middle 0.959% (Utah State Tax Commission, 2025 final adopted rates by tax area). A primary home is taxed on 55% of its market value, so at the middle rate the year's tax is about 0.527% of the home's value.

How long is the commute from Sandy?

From the centre of Sandy, by road without traffic: 22 minutes to Downtown SLC (18.7 miles), 32 minutes to SLC airport (24.3 miles), 17 minutes to Silicon Slopes (Lehi) (13.5 miles) and 27 minutes to University of Utah (19.2 miles) (Geoapify routing on OpenStreetMap roads, checked monthly). Rush hour takes longer.

How does Sandy compare with nearby cities?

By middle 2025 property tax rate (Utah State Tax Commission, 2025 final adopted rates by tax area): Sandy 0.959%, Draper 0.935% and Cottonwood Heights 1.002%. Our side-by-side pages put drive times, schools and places for each pair together.

Which schools serve Sandy?

Sandy is served by Canyons School District. 30 or more public schools are within 3 miles of the city centre (NCES, 2024-25). Boundaries change, so type an address in our school finder and confirm with the district.

Nearest from the centre of Sandy: Smith's (groceries, 2 minutes), Wildflower Park (parks, 2 minutes), Alta View Hospital (hospitals, 4 minutes) and Shops at South Town (shopping centres, 7 minutes), by road without traffic (places: Geoapify and OpenStreetMap; checked monthly).

How many homes in Sandy are owner-occupied?

About 75.2% of homes in Sandy are owner-occupied and 24.8% are renter-occupied, based on U.S. Census Bureau, 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The city has 3,887 people per square mile.

Which public schools are near Sandy, Utah?

Public schools within 3 miles of the center of Sandy include Park Lane School and Willow Canyon School, both 0.9 miles away, and Eastmont Middle at 0.8 miles, with Alta High at 1.6 miles. Source: NCES and Utah State Board of Education, 2024-25 school year, and school assignment can change, so check with the district.

What grocery stores are close to Sandy, Utah?

Smith's at 10305 1300 East is 0.7 miles from the center of Sandy, and Walmart Supercenter at 9151 Quarry Stone Way is 1.8 miles away. Ream's on Highland Drive is 1.9 miles away.

Salt Lake County, Utah

Living in Sandy.

Q: Is there new construction in Sandy?

Of Sandy's 34,790 homes, 11.9% were built from 2010 to 2019 and 1.5% in 2020 or later (U.S. Census Bureau, 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates). For new-build homes for sale now, ask us: builders' current communities change month to month.

Q: What is the population of Sandy, Utah?

Sandy had a population of 94,291 in Salt Lake County, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The city has 33,568 households and a median age of 37.6 years.

Sandy is a city in Salt Lake County, Utah, about 22 minutes from downtown Salt Lake City and 19 minutes from Snowbird by road without traffic. 30 public schools are within 3 miles, most in the Canyons District District.

See homes in Sandy Compare with Draper

Updated October 16, 2026 by Parry Ward, REALTOR

Homes for sale in Sandy.

$695,0001127 E 9430 S, Sandy, UT5 bd · 3 ba · 2,674 sq ft

Listing courtesy of Realtypath LLC (Prestige), Marcell Fernandez, 801-386-5908.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$740,0008643 S VAQUERO DR, Sandy, UT6 bd · 3 ba · 2,798 sq ft

Listing courtesy of X FACTOR REAL ESTATE, LLC, Teri Hudson, 801-900-9161.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$550,0009353 S WINDFLOWER LN W, Sandy, UT4 bd · 2 ba · 1,638 sq ft

Listing courtesy of Equity Real Estate (Advantage), Lori C Jackson, 801-917-5597.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$4,000,00010471 S WASATCH BLVD, Sandy, UT6 bd · 6 ba · 6,128 sq ft

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Utah Properties (Salt Lake), Dave Ruprecht, 801-990-0400.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$897,7308209 S PORTAL WAY, Sandy, UT5 bd · 3 ba · 3,464 sq ft

Listing courtesy of Dwellings Real Estate, Greg Fabiano, 801-573-3000.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$650,00010471 S WASATCH BLVD 27, Sandy, UT

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Utah Properties (Salt Lake), Dave Ruprecht, 801-990-0400.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$525,000430 E PIONEER AVE S, Sandy, UT3 bd · 2 ba · 1,900 sq ft

Listing courtesy of Masters Utah Real Estate, MATT PAGE, 801-453-1010.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$599,0001501 LEXINGTON DR, Sandy, UT4 bd · 2 ba · 1,686 sq ft

Listing courtesy of Intermountain Properties, Bryce Anderson, 801-899-9102.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$69,90011297 S JORDAN MDW #201, Sandy, UT3 bd · 2 ba · 1,228 sq ft

Listing courtesy of Olympus Real Estate LLC, Franco Preston, 801-326-0315.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$625,00010647 S HOLLOW BEND DR, Sandy, UT7 bd · 3 ba · 2,912 sq ft

Listing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate, Ryan M Struthwolf, 801-485-3151.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$2,899,6809566 S BERNESE LN, Sandy, UT3 bd · 5 ba · 7,175 sq ft

Listing courtesy of Ivory Homes, LTD, C Terry Clark, 801-747-7000.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$1,550,0002 E WANDERWOOD WAY, Sandy, UT6 bd · 4 ba · 5,038 sq ft

Listing courtesy of Signature Group Real Estate, Natalie Montoya, 801-208-3800.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

Based on information from UtahRealEstate.com as of 2026-11-08. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or the MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Sign in free to see every home and every recent sale

Every home for sale in Utah from the MLS, with photos, price changes and alerts, is shown to signed-in visitors on Angelina Burleigh's site. It takes one email code, it is free, and it does not sign you up for any messages.

Finding the homes…

Sandy on the map.

Finding the homes for sale in Sandy…

See the homes for sale in Sandy

Sandy by the numbers.

Counts of people and homes only, exactly as the Census publishes them.

94,291Population

33,568Households

34,790Housing units

$614,100Median value of owner-occupied homes

1.5%Homes built 2020 or later

11.9%Homes built 2010 to 2019

U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020-2024), Data Profiles, released January 29, 2026

This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

See homes in Sandy Check the payment in Sandy Compare with Draper

Getting around

Drive times from Sandy.

Drive by road from the centre of Sandy, without traffic. Rush hour takes longer.

Areas by drive time to Downtown SLC

Silicon Slopes (Lehi)17 min 13.5 mi

Snowbird (nearest ski resort)19 min 11.7 mi

Downtown SLC22 min 18.7 mi

University of Utah27 min 19.2 mi

SLC airport32 min 24.3 mi

Routes by Geoapify · © OpenStreetMap contributors

Schools near Sandy.

School finder

School districtCanyons School DistrictIts boundary and school lookup

Boundaries change and some cities are split between districts; the district confirms the school for an address.

Public schools within 3 miles of the centre of Sandy, 2024-25 school year.

Elementary 17

Park Lane SchoolGrades K-5Canyons District · 0.9 mi
Willow Canyon SchoolGrades K-5Canyons District · 0.9 mi
Beehive Science & Technology Academy ElementaryGrades K-6 · charterBeehive Science & Technology Academy · 1.3 mi
Glacier Hills ElementaryGrades K-5Canyons District · 1.3 mi
Alta View SchoolGrades K-5Canyons District · 1.4 mi
Sunrise SchoolGrades K-5Canyons District · 1.4 mi
Lone Peak SchoolGrades K-5Canyons District · 1.7 mi
Silver Mesa SchoolGrades K-5Canyons District · 1.7 mi
Altara SchoolGrades K-5Canyons District · 1.8 mi
Granite SchoolGrades K-5Canyons District · 1.8 mi
Quail Hollow SchoolGrades K-5Canyons District · 1.9 mi
Brookwood SchoolGrades K-5Canyons District · 2.2 mi
Peruvian Park SchoolGrades K-5Canyons District · 2.4 mi
Special Ed PreschoolGrades PKCanyons District · 2.5 mi
Sprucewood SchoolGrades K-5Canyons District · 2.5 mi
Crescent SchoolGrades K-5Canyons District · 2.7 mi
Oakdale SchoolGrades K-5Canyons District · 2.7 mi

Middle 4

Eastmont MiddleGrades 6-8Canyons District · 0.8 mi
Albion MiddleGrades 6-8Canyons District · 2 mi
Indian Hills MiddleGrades 6-8Canyons District · 2 mi
Mt. Jordan MiddleGrades 6-8Canyons District · 2.6 mi

High 3

Alta HighGrades 8-12Canyons District · 1.6 mi
Life Skills AcademyGrades 12Canyons District · 2.5 mi
Jordan HighGrades 8-12Canyons District · 2.6 mi

Other grade ranges 6

Beehive Science & Technology AcademyGrades 6-12 · charterBeehive Science & Technology Academy · 1.3 mi
Canyons Virtual AcademyGrades 6-12Canyons District · 1.7 mi
Diamond Ridge High SchoolGrades 6-12Canyons District · 1.7 mi
Canyons Technical Education CenterGrades 7-12Canyons District · 2.2 mi
EntradaGrades K-12Canyons District · 2.2 mi
Canyons OnlineGrades K-8Canyons District · 2.5 mi

Source: NCES and Utah State Board of Education. School assignment can change; check with the district.

Find the district for an address See homes in Sandy

Around town

Places near Sandy.

Drive by road from the centre of Sandy, without traffic. Rush hour takes longer.

Other places: within 2 miles of the centre, nearest first. Names and places change; check before you go.

See homes in Sandy Ask me about Sandy

Wildflower Park0.7 mi2 minmap Wildflower Park
Buttercup Park0.6 mi2 minmap Buttercup Park
Aspen Meadows Park1.2 mi3 minmap Aspen Meadows Park

Places and routes by Geoapify · © OpenStreetMap contributors · checked monthly. Ski areas: each resort's main base.

Getting set up in Sandy.

Who to call when you move in, from each city's and provider's own website, checked October 16, 2026. Some services differ by address, so confirm with the city.

Stay a step ahead.

Hear about new Sandy listings first

Own a home in Sandy?

Get the monthly report for your street

First nameLast name

EmailMobile phone

Street addressUnit (optional)

CityZIP

Each month: homes for sale, pending and sold close to your home, not just the city. Tick the yes box below so Angelina Burleigh may email it to you. Stop it any time with one click.

Message (optional)Yes, I authorize Angelina Burleigh, of Real Broker, LLC, to send me marketing text messages and emails, at the phone number and email address I provided, about properties, real estate services, market news and event invitations. Messages may be written with the help of artificial intelligence. Some text messages and emails may be sent automatically. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. To stop text messages, reply STOP; to stop emails, use the unsubscribe link included in every email. This authorization is optional and is not required to buy a property or hire services.

Optional. You can send this without ticking the box. See the privacy policy.

Open houses in Sandy.

Every open house

$980,00011129 S 2125 E, Sandy, UT5 bd · 3 ba · 3,768 sq ft

Open Sun, Nov 8, 9:00 AM-7:00 PM
Open Mon, Nov 9, 9:00 AM-7:00 PM
Open Tue, Nov 10, 9:00 AM-7:00 PM
Open Wed, Nov 11, 9:00 AM-7:00 PM
Open Thu, Nov 12, 9:00 AM-7:00 PM
Open Fri, Nov 13, 9:00 AM-7:00 PM
Open Sat, Nov 14, 9:00 AM-7:00 PM
Open Sun, Nov 15, 9:00 AM-7:00 PM

Listing courtesy of Opendoor Brokerage LLC, Tara F Jones, 480-462-5392.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$599,0002196 E THISTLEWOOD WAY S, Sandy, UT3 bd · 3 ba · 1,944 sq ft

Open Sun, Nov 8, 11:00 AM-1:00 PM

Listing courtesy of Equity Real Estate (Solid), Ronald Thurber, 801-208-5872.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$740,0008643 S VAQUERO DR, Sandy, UT6 bd · 3 ba · 2,798 sq ft

Open Sun, Nov 8, 12:00-4:00 PM

Listing courtesy of X FACTOR REAL ESTATE, LLC, Teri Hudson, 801-900-9161.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$2,899,6809566 S BERNESE LN, Sandy, UT3 bd · 5 ba · 7,175 sq ft

Open Sun, Nov 8, 12:00-3:00 PM

Listing courtesy of Ivory Homes, LTD, C Terry Clark, 801-747-7000.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$1,550,0009712 S QUAIL RIDGE RD, Sandy, UT5 bd · 4 ba · 4,335 sq ft

Open Sun, Nov 8, 12:00-2:00 PM

Listing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate, Lisa Woodbury, 801-485-3151.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$1,395,00011861 S VISTA GLEN CT, Sandy, UT4 bd · 3 ba · 4,504 sq ft

Open Sun, Nov 8, 1:00-4:00 PM

Listing courtesy of Presidio Real Estate (South Valley), Heather Gill, 801-251-6683.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$925,000515 E 10695 S, Sandy, UT5 bd · 4 ba · 3,272 sq ft

Open Sun, Nov 8, 1:00-3:00 PM

Listing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate, Julia A Splan, 801-485-3151.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$1,250,0002355 E WOODTHRUSH, Sandy, UT5 bd · 4 ba · 4,464 sq ft

Open Sat, Nov 14, 11:00 AM-2:00 PM

Listing courtesy of Keyrenter Real Estate, Matthew Nelson, 801-566-6700.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$849,5001933 E RUA BRANCO DR S, Sandy, UT5 bd · 3 ba · 3,824 sq ft

Open Sat, Nov 14, 12:00-3:00 PM
Open Sun, Nov 15, 12:00-3:00 PM

Listing courtesy of SimpliHOM, Keri Ann Oaks, 619-971-2490.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

$437,80010277 S ZINNIA WAY, Sandy, UT3 bd · 1 ba · 1,364 sq ft

Open Sat, Nov 14, 12:00-3:00 PM

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty (Salt Lake-Sugar House), Matt Wolfe, 801-488-5300.

Presented by Real Broker, LLC.

Questions, answered

Questions about Sandy.

Straight answers from this city's own data.

The median value of owner-occupied homes in Sandy is $614,100, as owners reported it (U.S. Census Bureau, 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates). That is not a sale price: for what homes are selling for now, ask us, and see the full monthly payment for a Sandy home with its own tax rate.

Check the monthly payment in Sandy

Compare Sandy side by side.

County: Salt Lake County; Salt Lake County
Drive to Downtown SLC: 22 min; 20 min
Drive to SLC airport: 32 min; 30 min
Drive to Silicon Slopes (Lehi): 17 min; 12 min
Drive to University of Utah: 27 min; 29 min
Nearest ski resort: Snowbird, about 10 mi; Snowbird, about 12 mi
Public schools within 3 mi: 30; 22

Sandy guide Draper guide

Drive times: by road from each area's centre, without traffic (Geoapify, © OpenStreetMap contributors); rush hour takes longer. Ski resorts: straight line to the base. Schools: NCES public school list.

Draper vs Sandy Cottonwood Heights vs Sandy

Ask me about Sandy.

Tell us what you are looking for in Sandy. An agent who works here answers the same day.

Send a message

First nameLast name

EmailMobile phone

I am looking toMessage (optional)Yes, I authorize Angelina Burleigh, of Real Broker, LLC, to send me marketing text messages and emails, at the phone number and email address I provided, about properties, real estate services, market news and event invitations. Messages may be written with the help of artificial intelligence. Some text messages and emails may be sent automatically. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. To stop text messages, reply STOP; to stop emails, use the unsubscribe link included in every email. This authorization is optional and is not required to buy a property or hire services.

Optional. You can send this without ticking the box. See the privacy policy.

From our blog.

Every post

Should You List Your Utah Home in November or Wait Until Spring?Read

Mortgage Rates Dip to 7.24%: What the Weekly Drop Means for BuyersRead

Monthly Payment at a 7.4% Mortgage Rate: Wasatch Front ExamplesRead

Living in Sandy.

Homes for sale in Sandy.

Sign in free to see every home and every recent sale

Sandy on the map.

Sandy by the numbers.

Drive times from Sandy.

Schools near Sandy.

Elementary 17

Middle 4

High 3

Other grade ranges 6

Places near Sandy.

Getting set up in Sandy.

Stay a step ahead.

Open houses in Sandy.

Questions about Sandy.

01What do homes cost in Sandy?

02What is the property tax rate in Sandy?

03How long is the commute from Sandy?

04Is there new construction in Sandy?

05How does Sandy compare with nearby cities?

06Which schools serve Sandy?

07What is near Sandy?

08What is the population of Sandy, Utah?

Compare Sandy side by side.

Ask me about Sandy.

From our blog.

More areas nearby.

Homes for sale in Sandy.

Sign in free to see every home and every recent sale

Open houses in Sandy.