Bluffdale Real Estate History
Bluffdale, named for its twenty-five square miles of bluffs and dales, extends from Herriman on the west to Riverton on the north, Draper on the east and the Utah County line on the south. Originally it was part of West Jordan, first settled in 1848-1849. On July 29, 1858, Orrin Porter Rockwell paid five- hundred dollars to Evan M. Green for sixteen acres of land near the Crystal Hot Lakes (adjacent to the present Utah State Prison). This land included a hotel with dining facilities, stable, brewery, and pony express station. As the community expanded, the Bluffdale area became part of South Jordan, then Riverton. In 1883 the Bluffdale School Precinct was formed from parts of Herriman, South Jordan and Draper. There are seven irrigation canals that originate at the Jordan Narrows in the Bluffdale area and serve the Salt Lake Valley. One of the earliest was the Utah and Salt Lake Canal started in 1862. Some of the early buildings included an adobe church, built in 1887-1888, a tithing house, and a three-room schoolhouse constructed in 1893.
At present, the community is characterized by large lot development with animal rights and is a major crossroads for transportation and utilities between Salt Lake and Utah Counties. Bluffdale City is also home to one of the longest sections of the Jordan River corridor.
Bluffdale Quick Facts
Population (2009): 8,050
Size: 16.4 Sq Miles
School District: Jordan School District
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Bluffdale Lifestyle
Bluffdale is a great city to live in. It has a remarkably low crime rate, offers lots of living space and a convenient commute to Salt Lake City or anywhere in Utah County.
Major Influences of Bluffdale Real Estate
Bluffdale still has a lot of open space to be built out. You can get a lot of land in Bluffdale with animal rights, which makes it a desirable location for those who like a more rural feel. Yet, Bluffdale is also conveniently located near I15 and Bangerter Highway, offering all of the conveniences (shopping, restaurants, etc.) for a comfortable lifestyle.
The Porter Rockwell Business park sits along I15 in Bluffdale and is home to several major employers in the city including seo.com.
Bluffdale Down Payment Assistance
We pride ourselves on being up to date with all assistance programs that can save you money on your new home. There are Bluffdale specific programs and grants available that we can assist you in securing which will help to make your dream of owning a home in Bluffdale a reality. Contact us today so we can share these programs and incentives to you
Bluffdale Market Statistics
Home prices in Bluffdale are seeing a gradual decline in home prices, which is great news for buyers!


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