SunCrest
About the area
SunCrest occupies a position unique in the Salt Lake Valley real estate market: a master-planned community built on a mountain ridgeline, not on the valley floor. At roughly 6,000 feet on the Traverse Ridge in Draper, it sits above the winter inversions that settle into the valley below, with 360-degree panoramic views spanning Utah Lake, Mount Timpanogos, Lone Peak, and the Salt Lake skyline. The community covers approximately 3,700 acres, roughly 2,400 of which Draper City purchased in 2012 for $5.6 million and protected as open space—ensuring SunCrest will never be fully built out.
SunCrest
Living in SunCrest
Amenities & Lifestyle
SunCrest's master HOA fee covers amenities typically associated with resort communities: a seasonal pool complex (Memorial Day through Labor Day) with a waterslide, lazy river, toddler fountain play area, two hot tubs, lap lanes, and a snack shack; a full cardio and weight fitness center for residents 16 and older; a clubhouse with a family room, fireplace, and multipurpose room; basketball and tennis courts; and Comcast cable and high-speed internet. The HOA organizes community events throughout the year including movies in the park, summer BBQs, an Easter egg hunt, Trunk or Treat, and a Santa visit. Trail access is from the doorstep: 35+ miles of trails connect directly from SunCrest neighborhoods into Corner Canyon and Draper's broader trail network, including the Eagle Crest Trail, the Suncrest Loop Trail, and the Potato Hill Trailhead connecting to Ann's Trail and Corner Canyon.
Getting Around
SunCrest's mountaintop location means every trip begins with a descent of Traverse Ridge Road or SunCrest Drive to I-15—adding roughly 10 to 15 minutes to any off-peak commute and more in snow or ice. Downtown SLC is 30 to 40 minutes off-peak. The Silicon Slopes/Lehi corridor to the south is 25 to 35 minutes, and SunCrest sits geographically closer to Lehi than to downtown SLC. The nearest TRAX and FrontRunner access is in lower Draper, reachable after the mountain descent. Snow tires are strongly recommended for the road.
Mountaintop Living Above the Inversion
SunCrest's most distinctive trait cannot be replicated at any lower elevation: at roughly 6,000 feet, it sits above the cold-air inversion layer that periodically traps pollution in the Salt Lake Valley during winter. On heavy inversion days, SunCrest residents look down at the cloud layer covering the valley floor while breathing mountain air above it. The ridge position also delivers panoramic sightlines across both the Salt Lake Valley to the north and Utah Valley to the south—simultaneously visible from the same vantage point. In June 2025, Draper City placed an additional 255 acres near Deer Ridge into permanent conservation easement, bringing total protected SunCrest-adjacent land to over 5,000 acres and 117 miles of public trails.
Schools
The Salt Lake County/Utah County line runs through SunCrest, and school district assignment follows the county, not the neighborhood name. Properties on the Salt Lake County (north) side are served by Canyons School District: Oak Hollow Elementary, Draper Park Middle School, and Corner Canyon High School. Properties on the Utah County (south) side feed to Alpine School District: Ridgeline Elementary, Timberline Middle School, and Lone Peak High School. Alpine School District splits into Aspen Peaks School District effective July 1, 2027. Use the official address-lookup tools at canyonsdistrict.org and alpineschools.org to confirm district for every property.
SunCrest
SunCrest Real Estate FAQ
SunCrest homes range from approximately $494,900 for new-construction condos to $1.7 million or more for custom estate homes. Entry-level resale single-family homes start around $600,000; mid-range homes (3,200 to 4,500 square feet) run $700,000 to $950,000. The median sold price was approximately $850,000 to $868,000 in late 2025, up 11 to 14 percent year over year. Price per square foot is roughly $240.
SunCrest is roughly 15 miles from downtown Salt Lake City by road, but the mountain descent from Traverse Ridge adds time. Off-peak, plan for 30 to 40 minutes to downtown SLC and 35 to 45 minutes to SLC International Airport. Rush-hour commutes can run 45 to 55 minutes or longer. Silicon Slopes in Lehi is 25 to 35 minutes and is geographically closer than downtown SLC from the ridge.
SunCrest has a master HOA (SunCrest Owners Association) managed by CCMC, currently approximately $152 per month, though confirm directly with the HOA. The fee covers a seasonal resort-style pool complex with a waterslide and lazy river, a fitness center, a clubhouse, tennis and basketball courts, Comcast cable and internet, and organized community events. Some sub-neighborhoods like Stoneleigh Heights carry an additional sub-HOA fee of approximately $141 per month.
SunCrest offers 6,000-foot elevation, dual-valley views, cleaner air above the winter inversion, and resort-style HOA amenities not found in lower Draper. The trade-off is a mountain-descent commute that adds 10 to 15 minutes each way and requires snow tires in winter. Lower Draper has faster I-15 access, more resale inventory across a wider price range, and no master HOA.
