Granite, Sandy, OR
Granite — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Granite, Sandy, Oregon. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Oregon Real Estate Agency (OREA) licensing database.
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Granite Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Granite is a quiet, established neighborhood in the southeast corner of Sandy, Utah, nestled against the foothills of the Wasatch Range. It is known for its large lots, mature trees, and stunning, unobstructed views of the Salt Lake Valley. The area offers a suburban feel with a strong sense of community and direct access to natural recreation.
Character & Lifestyle
The neighborhood exudes a peaceful, family-friendly atmosphere with a mix of long-time residents and newer families. Life here is oriented towards outdoor activities, with many homes backing up to open space or the Bonneville Shoreline Trail. Community events are often centered around the local Granite Elementary School and the nearby Dimple Dell Regional Park.
Housing
Housing in Granite primarily consists of spacious single-family homes built from the 1970s through the early 2000s, often on lots of an acre or more. Architectural styles are varied, including ramblers, two-story homes, and custom-built properties that take advantage of the panoramic views. This is one of Sandy's more exclusive areas, with home values reflecting the lot sizes and premium location.
Getting Around
Granite is accessed via major roads like Little Cottonwood Road (S 9000 E) and Highland Drive (S 11000 E), providing connections to I-215 and I-15. The neighborhood itself features winding, low-traffic streets not designed as throughways. Residents are largely car-dependent, though the area is a short drive from the Fort Union business district and the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon.
Dining & Shopping
Daily conveniences and shopping are found a short drive away at the Granite Shopping Center on Bengal Boulevard, which hosts a Harmons grocery store and several local eateries. For more extensive retail and dining options, residents head to the Fort Union area or the shops at the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon. The neighborhood itself is primarily residential with no major commercial centers within its boundaries.
Parks & Recreation
The crown jewel is the 637-acre Dimple Dell Regional Park, a massive natural gully with an extensive trail system for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking right on the neighborhood's western edge. Residents also enjoy quick access to the Bonneville Shoreline Trail for foothill exploration and are just minutes from the world-class skiing and hiking of Little Cottonwood Canyon (Alta, Snowbird). Local parks include Granite Park, which features sports fields, a playground, and a pavilion.
Granite Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $592K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $131K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 89.7% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 10.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 2.9% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 84093 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Granite, Sandy
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Oregon Real Estate Agency (OREA) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-17