Real Estate Information

On June 22, 2015 Riverton is celebrating its 150th year anniversary. It will be an evening of fun, food and entertainment! Artists such as The Osmonds, Alex Boye and Nathan Osmond will be there performing. The event will take place at Riverton City Park and admission is free. You can find more information at rivertoncity.com.

Here are some stats:

• Population: 38,480
• Average age: 30-45
• Single family homes for sale: 98
• Single family homes sold in the last 30 days: 48
• Average sales price: $496,551
• Average household income: $65,330

Buying a home can be a little chaotic, not to mention moving! Here is a fantastic list, by Jesse McCarl of Househunt.com, of things to do during the process of moving into a new home.

After closing on the house:

• Transfer utilities
• Forward mail and change billing addresses
• Switch schools for the young ones
• Smog tests, anything else you need to register vehicle
• Pest-proof the new place
• Paper products in place! (Ex: toilet paper and paper towels)
• Deep clean the walls/carpet
• Change the locks

After you begin moving in:

• Inspect your belongings
• Lay out essentials for kids and pets
• Don’t just unpack…organize!
• Cover the windows
• Make the beds
• Meet the neighbors

You can view the full article here.

Holladay is a beautiful addition to Salt Lake County with ample greenery. The location lends itself to accessibility to Downtown Salt Lake as well as many ski resorts. The housing market has always been a strong and made Holladay a desirable place to live. The new Town Center has become the heart of the city with wonderful restaurants, movie theatres, shopping and a center for Holladay celebrations.

Here are some stats:

• Population: 26,472 (2010)
• Average age: 38.4

(Information provided by the U.S. Census Bureau)

• Single family homes for sale: 178
• Single family homes sold in the last 30 days: 67

(Information provided by Utah Real Estate)

Holladay Bank & Trust was founded in 1974 with desire to serve its community. To this day it has kept with that motto and tradition. With deep roots in the community Holladay Bank & Trust has become a community bank that is well known for its customer service. Holladay Bank & Trust has financed many businesses in Holladay and throughout the Salt Lake Valley. 

Summer is quickly approaching and so are the BBQ’s and outdoor gatherings. Brad Miller of Realtytimes.com wrote an article titled, “10 Amazing Ideas for Outdoor Rooms” filled with fun ideas of how to make the most of your extra space outside.

1.Treetop Canopy Room

2.Outdoor Theatre

3.Trellised Roof or Hallway

4.Bedroom with Mother Nature

5.Hole in the Wall

6.Outdoor Living Room

7.Outdoor Kitchen

8.Outdoor Bathroom

9.Outdoor Dining Room

10.Invisible Room

(Photos courtesy of Realtytimes.com)

You can read the full article here.

Sandy offers a variety of recreational activities with 32 parks, Rio Tinto Stadium, the Amphitheatre, and more, you will never be bored! Sandy is the gateway to spectacular skiing at Alta and Snowbird Ski Resorts. They offer year-round sporting activities for all ages and draw tourists from around the world.

Here are some stats:

• Average age: 33.9
• Population: 90,231
• Median household income: $71,932
• Single family homes available: 267
• Single family homes sold in the last 30 days: 118
• Median sale price: $304,000

Pictures of the Rio Tinto stadium, home of Real Salt Lake.

Jaymi Naciri of Realtytimes.com wrote an article titled, “5 Easy Ways to Add Character to Your Home,” filled with wonderful ideas that we love! Sometimes you just need to add a few details to your home to give it that extra special touch.

1. Moldings
2. Cabinetry that looks built in

3. Lighting

4. Cozy reading nook
Better Homes and Gardens says, “Give an awkward area a purpose and appeal. Transform a basic bay or boxy window into a reading nook.”

5. Think Hardware
‘“Reinvent your entry or interior doors with antiqued brass, crystal, porcelain, or colored-glass doorknobs,” said Better Homes and Gardens.’

You can read the full article here.

Cottonwood Heights is nestled in the beautiful mountains of Salt Lake County. The location and beauty of the area make outdoor activities such as running, biking, hiking and skiing extremely popular. Snowbird, Alta and Brighton ski resorts are just through the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon. Fourteen miles from Salt Lake City, Cottonwood Heights offers the best of both suburban and city living.

Here are some stats:

• Population: 34,328
• Average age: 36.9
• Median household income: $76,436 (2012)
• Median gross rent: $959

(Information provided by Cottonwood Heights City)

• Single family homes for sale: 86
• Single family homes sold in the last 30 days: 27
• Median sale price: $514,900

(Information provided by Utah Real Estate)