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5+ Bedroom Homes for Sale in Cottonwood Heights, Utah
Cottonwood Heights sits at the mouth of Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons on the east bench of the Salt Lake Valley, which makes it one of the most practical addresses in Utah for larger households. Ski commutes to Solitude, Brighton, Alta, and Snowbird run 20 to 40 minutes door-to-door in winter, and the city is roughly 25 minutes from Salt Lake International. The 5+ bedroom inventory here skews toward two segments: original 1970s and 1980s ramblers and split-entries with finished basements on quarter-acre lots, and newer custom builds tucked into pockets like Canyon Cove, Bywater, and the streets climbing toward Top of the World. Lot sizes are generally more generous than what you'll see in Sugar House or Millcreek, which matters when five-plus bedrooms also means five-plus people, two cars, a boat, and ski gear for everyone.
Buyers running this filter are usually growing families, multi-generational households, or remote workers who need dedicated office space alongside bedrooms for kids. Expect to see a healthy share of homes with mother-in-law setups, walkout basements facing the Wasatch, and three-car garages. Pricing on 5-bedroom homes generally starts around the high $800Ks for updated ramblers and climbs past $2M for newer construction with canyon views. Canyons School District serves the city, with Brighton High pulling many east-bench families. Browse the active 5+ bedroom listings below to see what's currently on the market in Cottonwood Heights.
May 2026 · Cottonwood Heights market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Cottonwood Heights right now.
Median sale
$728,500
26 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
16 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
98.8%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
69
active + pending
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Common questions
About 5+ bedroom homes in Cottonwood Heights.
What's the typical price range for a 5-bedroom home in Cottonwood Heights? ▾
Most 5-bedroom homes here trade between roughly $850K and $1.6M, with newer builds and homes backing the foothills pushing past $2M. Older split-entries and ramblers with finished basements anchor the lower end, while custom homes near Bywater or Top of the World command the premium.
Are most 5+ bedroom homes here single-story or two-story? ▾
The housing stock is mixed. A lot of the 1970s and 1980s ramblers were built with 3 bedrooms up and 2-3 added in finished basements, which is how many homes hit the 5-bedroom count. Newer two-story builds on the east bench tend to have 4 bedrooms upstairs plus a guest room or basement bedroom.
Which schools serve larger families in Cottonwood Heights? ▾
The city falls under Canyons School District. Feeder patterns vary by neighborhood but commonly include Butler, Bella Vista, or Oakdale Elementary, then Butler or Albion Middle, and Brighton High. Brighton's reputation is a real driver for families upsizing into this area.
How long do 5-bedroom listings usually stay on the market here? ▾
When priced correctly, 5-bedroom homes in Cottonwood Heights typically go under contract in 2 to 5 weeks. Homes near Big Cottonwood Canyon or with mountain views move faster, while properties needing cosmetic updates can sit longer as buyers at this price point expect move-in condition.
Do larger homes in this area usually have basement apartments or ADUs? ▾
Quite a few do. Mother-in-law setups with a separate entrance are common in the ramblers along Fort Union and south toward 7000 South. Cottonwood Heights does allow internal ADUs under state law, but buyers should verify permitting and parking requirements with the city before counting on rental income.
Is parking and garage space adequate for big families? ▾
Three-car garages are standard on homes built after about 2000, and many older homes have been expanded or sit on quarter-acre-plus lots with RV pads. If you're hauling ski gear up Big or Little Cottonwood every weekend, prioritize listings with a deep third bay or detached shop space.