- County
- Summit, Utah (small part in Wasatch)
- Elevation
- 6,936 ft
- Population
- 8,587 (Census estimate, July 2025)
- From SLC airport
- About 35 min ยท 32 mi from downtown SLC
- Nearest airport
- Salt Lake City International (SLC)
- Schools
- Park City School District
Drive times are typical and change with traffic and weather.
Living in Park City
What it's like to live in Park City
Park City started as a silver camp in the 1870s, nearly emptied out by the 1950s, and came back as a ski town when Treasure Mountain opened in 1963. Today Main Street still has its mining-era buildings, and Park City Mountain's base sits right at the edge of town. Free buses and the Main Street Trolley make it easy to skip the car. The Sundance Film Festival ran here from 1978 through 2026 and is moving to Boulder after that.
Homes inside city limits are expensive. The Park City Board of Realtors reported a Q1 2026 single-family median of about $4.0 million and a condo median of about $2.4 million for Park City proper. Old Town has historic homes and condos close to Main Street. Park Meadows and Thaynes lean toward single-family homes on bigger lots.
Be clear-eyed about the costs. Second homes pay Utah property tax on full value, not the 45 percent a primary home pays. Nightly rentals need a city license and are limited by zone and HOA rules. Only about 12 percent of the town's workers live in town, and most commute in from outside Summit County. I live on the Front Range in Colorado, so for Park City I team up with a local Utah agent I trust and stay with you through the whole move.
Where it is
Where Park City sits in Park City & Deer Valley
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Neighborhoods
Where to look in Park City
Old Town
The historic core around Main Street, with Victorian-era homes and condos within walking distance of the Town Lift.
Park Meadows
A central neighborhood built around a golf course, with mostly single-family homes and resort views.
Thaynes and Aspen Springs
Single-family neighborhoods near Park City Mountain and Old Town.
Prospector
A central mixed-use area with condos and shops, close to the rail trail.
Lower Deer Valley
The Snow Park base side of Deer Valley, with condos and larger single-family homes.
Get outside
Things to do in Park City
- 01
Park City Mountain
The base area sits at the edge of town, and the Quicksilver Gondola links it to Canyons Village.
- 02
Historic Main Street
Mining-era buildings, restaurants, and galleries, served by the free Main Street Trolley.
- 03
Round Valley
694 acres of open space with more than 30 miles of trails for riding, running, and hiking.
- 04
Historic Union Pacific Rail Trail
A nearly 30-mile trail that starts in Park City and runs to Echo Reservoir.
- 05
Utah Olympic Park
Bobsled rides, a zip tour, and a 2002 Winter Games museum at Kimball Junction.
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FAQ
Park City questions, answered
How far is Park City from Salt Lake City?
About 32 miles from downtown via I-80, and about 35 minutes from Salt Lake City International. Winter storms in Parleys Canyon can slow things down.
Are short-term rentals allowed in Park City?
Only with a nightly rental license, and only in zones that allow them. The HOA has to allow it too. Check the city's rental zoning map and confirm with Park City before you buy.
What will property taxes look like?
A primary home is taxed on 45 percent of its value. A second home is taxed on full value. File for the primary residential exemption with Summit County if you live here full time.
Can I live in Park City year-round?
Yes. The town runs all year, with free buses, trails, and summer events. Expect high prices and limited inventory.
What is the elevation of Park City?
About 6,936 feet.
Which school district serves Park City?
Park City School District serves almost all of the city. Small parts in Wasatch County are in Wasatch County School District. Confirm by address.
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