Magna, West Valley City, UT
Magna — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Magna, West Valley City, Utah. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Utah Division of Real Estate licensing database.
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Magna Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Magna is a historic township on the western edge of the Salt Lake Valley, now part of West Valley City, Utah. Founded in the early 1900s, its identity is deeply tied to the nearby Kennecott Utah Copper Mine, which fueled its growth. The community retains a distinct, small-town feel with a backdrop of the Oquirrh Mountains.
Character & Lifestyle
The neighborhood is known for its strong sense of community, generational families, and working-class roots. Life here is relaxed and unpretentious, centered around local events like the annual Magna Christmas Parade and the Fourth of July fireworks. The historic downtown area along Magna Main Street reflects its mining-town heritage.
Housing
Housing in Magna primarily consists of modest, mid-century single-family homes on larger lots, many built for mine workers and their families. There are also older bungalows and some newer subdivisions, offering relatively affordable homeownership options compared to other Salt Lake County areas. Rental properties and mobile home parks are also part of the housing mix.
Getting Around
State Street (SR-201) is the major east-west artery, providing direct access to I-80 and the rest of the valley. The Utah Transit Authority serves the area with several bus routes, including connections to the TRAX light rail system. Most errands within Magna itself require a car, though the grid layout makes navigation straightforward.
Dining & Shopping
Residents support classic local eateries like the Pleasant Green Cafe and Jerry's Restaurant. For shopping, the Magna Main Street Mercantile and various small businesses line the historic downtown, while larger retail chains and supermarkets are found along 3500 South and the wider West Valley City area.
Parks & Recreation
Magna boasts several community parks, including the popular Magna Park with its swimming pool, sports fields, and playground. The nearby Kennecott Nature Center in the Oquirrh Mountains offers trails and mining history exhibits. The Cyprus Credit Union Recreation Center provides an indoor aquatic center, gym, and fitness classes.
Magna Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $298K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $80K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 80.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 19.7% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 1.9% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 84044 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Magna, West Valley City
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Utah Division of Real Estate — 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 2026-04-18