Moving to Park City, UT, from California can be a big transition. From being used to beaches, you can expect big mountain views every day, an endless number of things to do, and four-season weather. The cities are quite different, but it’s easy to prepare yourself before relocating to a small town. Here's an ultimate guide to help you get started.

Park City, UT Snapshot

  • Park City has a population of around 8,000 
  • Utah ranks 28th, landing in the middle for the cost of living in the United States
  • According to Realtor.com, the median home value in Park City was $1.9M in December 2021
  • The median household income is close to $100,000 annually

Park City Proper Neighborhoods 

These are highly sought-after areas that offer the most of what Park City can provide, such as proximity to top-rated public schools, an exceptional local trail network, and outstanding golfing and skiing right outside your doorstep. All of these benefits are topped off with convenient access to world-class dining, shopping, and entertainment options on historic Main Street. Park City Proper is comprised of the neighborhoods located between the famous McPolin Barn (White Barn) and the historic downtown area, which include Park Meadows, Thaynes Canyon, Prospector, The Aerie, and Old Town. These are some of the best Park City neighborhoods.

Deer Valley Neighborhoods

Much like the Deer Valley Resort, the properties here are unrivaled in terms of elegance and amenities. Deer Valley single-family houses and condominiums are nestled into the slopes and mountainside surrounding the ski area, with many ski-in, ski-out options. To learn more about the Top 10 Deer Valley properties see contact info below.

Snyderville Basin Neighborhoods

Residents of the Snyderville Basin neighborhoods have easy access to Park City Proper, Woodward Park City (an adventure sports park), and the nearby ski resorts, while Salt Lake City is only a short drive away. In addition to great schools and convenient access to a myriad of shopping and dining options at the Redstone and Newpark centers, this location is appealing to people wanting a more traditional neighborhood feel. Contact us for a list of the top Snyderville Basin neighborhoods.

Finding a Job in Park City, UT 

Despite its small-town culture, Park City is home to strong economic growth. If you're a risk-taker, you could move to Park City from California without a plan and almost certainly find a job once settling in. Large firms, particularly in the technology field, are relocating to the area. It's also an ideal place to own a business if you enjoy entrepreneurship. Finding a stable job can be difficult in certain places of the United States, but not in Park City.

Public Transport

Tired of sitting for hours and hours in bumper-to-bumper traffic in California at any time of day? While Utah has its share of hustle and bustle in locations like Salt Lake City, you can expect far less congestion and traffic in Park City. You can now say goodbye to wasting hours and hours trapped on the freeway. The free bus service covers both Park City and the Snyderville Basin. It doesn’t get much easier than “free”.

Climate

Utah has a dry, continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. In Park City, the summers are warm, dry, and mostly clear, and the winters are chilly, snowy, and partly cloudy. Over the year, the temperature typically varies from 12°F to 79°F and is rarely below 1°F or above 86°F.

Ready to Find Your Park City, UT Home?

With so many reasons to love Park City, it’s no wonder that California residents are choosing to relocate to this beautiful city. I moved from Ca. to Park City full-time, five years ago and love it more than I imagined I could. I started by purchasing a small vacation home here, using it and renting it out to cover carrying costs, and eventually bought a single-family home to be my primary residence.

With flexible housing prices, a thriving job market, exceptional institutions, and fun activities for the whole family, Park City sounds like the perfect place to build a future.

If you’re moving from California to Park City and ready to start house hunting, give us a call at 435 640-0217 or simply check our available homes for sale here.