Cottonwood Heights Real Estate History
Big Cottonwood Canyon was the main source of logs and lumber for the homes of the pioneers settling in the Salt Lake Valley, the area we now know as Cottonwood Heights was an overnight stopping point for the lumber wagons. As construction on the Salt Lake LDS Temple began this area also was a stopping point for the wagon teams bringing granite out of Little Cottonwood Canyon. Before long there was a store, post office, brewery and tavern along Big Cottonwood Creek.
Millions of dollars worth of gold, lead, and silver were eventually mined out of the canyons. Underground water and the high cost of production eventually led to the closure of the mines. The communities that were established, however, have continued to thrive as recreation areas. Picnic and campgrounds abound, the greatest snow on Earth, and world class winter sports facilities all make the Cottonwood Heights area the thriving and exciting place that it is today.
Cottonwood Heights is a great place to live, work, or raise a family. It is in a highly unique location with ready access to a vast variety of business establishments and the freeway system, as well as major ski resorts, and you can get to almost anywhere in the valley within a 20 minute drive from Cottonwood Heights.
Cottonwood Heights Quick Facts
Population: 33,433
Area: 6.8 sq miles
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Famous Cottonwood Heights Real Estate
Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center – Probably the best recreation center in the state, complete with indoor ice arena, outdoor dive pool, lap pool, recreation pool, fitness equipment, etc. All at a very handsome discount for residents of Cottonwood Heights.
The Old Mill – First a paper mill, then dance hall, and eventually a haunted house even, this historic mill is now just a landmark and a remnant of the past for all to enjoy.
Major Influences of Cottonwood Heights Real Estate
Cottonwood Height’s unique location, at the base of two of Utah’s most utilized canyons, is a draw to many residents. If you enjoy outdoor recreation like hunting, fishing, camping, climbing, skiing, snowboarding, etc. you simply could not ask for a more ideal location.
Cottonwood Heights also offers quick and easy freeway access to both I215 and I15.
Cottonwood Heights also supports many jobs in the local economy, the corporate offices of Cafe Rio, Extra Space Storage, JetBlue Airways, Mrs. Fields Cookies, Overstock.com, and Fusion-io are located in the city.
Cottonwood Heights Lifestyle
Cottonwood Heights is a very unique city. It’s small, it’s quirky, it’s tight night. World class ski resorts are practically at your doorstep. The whole city sits up on the Wasatch bench, offering amazing views of Salt Lake County. Add to this the extremely accessible and convenient location and you’ve got a perfect place to live, work, and play.
Cottonwood Heights Down Payment Assistance
Contact us today to learn more about programs specific to Cottonwood Heights that can provide you with financial help to make your dream of owning a home in Cottonwood Heights a reality.
Cottonwood Heights Housing Market Statistics
Consistent with Utah real estate trends, the prices of homes in Cottonwood Heights have drastically decreased over the last couple of years, and especially in recent months. If you’ve been considering buying a home in the Cottonwood Heights area, the low prices and plethora of homes available make now a great time to buy.
Homes for Sale in Cottonwood Heights
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Builders in Cottonwood Heights
- Fieldstone Homes
- Ironwood Custom Builders
Cottonwood Heights Real Estate Experts
The Red Sign Team has been helping people interested in buying or selling Cottonwood Heights real estate for years. Our experts are familiar with the market trends for Cottonwood Heights and Utah real estate in general. We are confident that we will be able to provide you with the friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and experienced real estate service that you deserve. Contact us today!
