Sandy

About Sandy

Located south of Salt Lake City, Sandy is a large Utah city nestled in the shadow of the scenic Wasatch Mountains. It's among the largest cities in the state, and home to many of the state's major attractions. Sandy has placed a major focus on pedestrian-friendly, sustainable and nature-inspired development, which has attracted many new residents to the city.

The History of Sandy

The Bannock, Shoshone and Paiute Native American tribes first called this area home, until settlers arrived from the East in the mid-1800s. Sandy offered nearby water sources as well as abundant wildlife, which made it an ideal place for settlement.

Sandy originally encompassed just a single square mile, but it eventually expanded as more people built homes and as local businesses arrived. As you might guess from this town's moniker, the soil is incredibly sandy, which made farming difficult. Early settlers conceived unique ways to irrigate the land for crops, but the agriculture business couldn't find a foothold, but silver was discovered in the surrounding mountains, mining became a significant source of income for locals.

The silver mining industry naturally drew smelters to the area, and commercial businesses began to build up around the mining community. From saloons to brothels, Sandy became a hub of commerce as well as a profitable source of revenue.

The history books suggest that Brigham Young, the first governor of the Utah Territory, might have christened Sandy. According to the Desert News, Young is reported to have said, when he arrived in the town, "Sand! Sand! Everywhere sand! We'll call this place Sandy."

Living in Sandy

Sandy has many attractive features, ranging from its high-rated schools to affordable groceries, health care and utilities. Amenities are also plentiful, making everyday life convenient. Libraries, public parks, and other venues also provide spaces for learning, education and recreation.

Sandy compensates for its cold, snowy winters with mild and comfortable summers. You can spend the colder months skiing at nearby resorts or sledding down hills in one of the city's parks, then take advantage of the warm spring by hiking in the mountains or joining one of the city's public sports leagues. Sandy also hosts a number of community events, including Independence Day fireworks, summer movies in the park and the annual Balloon Festival.

Sandy Schools

Canyons School District serves most Sandy-area students and their families. A large percentage of graduating seniors graduate with honors, and many also receive college grants and scholarships. Other campus options include an alternative school, a technical high school and a private Catholic elementary school.

Resources for Moving to Sandy

Here are a few useful resources to make your move to Sandy as easy as possible:

• Utilities: Sandy's primary utilities providers include Rocky Mountain Power, Questar Gas and the city's public utilities department.
• Garbage and Recycling: Sandy is divided into several collection zones, each assigned a pickup for trash and recycling.
• Transportation: Public transportation options in the Sandy area include both bus and light rail routes operated by the Utah Transit Authority.

Sandy Housing

Home prices in Sandy are on the rise and currently sit well above the national average. There are homes of all sizes and styles throughout the city, offering many price points. You'll find many homes with large yards and multi-car garages.