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Gated Community Homes for Sale in Magna, Utah
Magna sits on the west side of Salt Lake County at the base of the Oquirrh Mountains, with the Great Salt Lake to the north and the historic Kennecott copper operation just up the hill. It's a town that has shifted in the last decade from a quiet mining community into one of the more affordable footholds in the valley for buyers who still want a Salt Lake County address. Gated communities here are a smaller slice of the market than what you'd see in Draper or Holladay, but they do exist — usually in the form of newer pocket developments, private lanes off 8400 West and 3500 South, and select townhome projects where controlled access is part of the appeal.
Buyers looking at gated properties in Magna are typically after a mix of privacy, lower turnover on the street, and the predictable upkeep that comes with an active HOA. Because Magna's median price still runs below the county average, a gated home here often costs noticeably less than a comparable setup in Herriman or South Jordan, while keeping commute times to downtown Salt Lake and the airport under half an hour via SR-201. Inventory in this category is thin and moves quickly when something fresh hits the MLS, so it pays to watch new listings closely. Browse the active homes below to see what's currently available in and around Magna's gated neighborhoods.
May 2026 · Magna market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Magna right now.
Median sale
$452,500
32 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
8 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
100.6%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
128
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About gated community homes in Magna.
Does Magna actually have gated communities? ▾
Gated subdivisions are uncommon in Magna compared to places like Draper or Holladay. The town is built mostly around older Kennecott-era neighborhoods and newer non-gated developments off 3500 South and the Lake Park corridor. When gated listings do appear, they're usually small private enclaves or townhome/condo projects with controlled vehicle access rather than large guard-staffed communities.
What should I expect to pay for a gated property in Magna? ▾
Pricing depends heavily on whether the gate is on a single-family pocket or an attached-housing project. Most of Magna's housing stock runs below the Salt Lake County median, so even gated options here tend to come in more affordable than comparable setups in Sandy or South Jordan. Check the active listings below for current pricing — inventory in this category turns over slowly.
What are HOA fees typically like for gated homes here? ▾
Gated communities almost always carry an HOA because someone has to pay for the gate maintenance, private roads, and any shared landscaping. In Magna, expect monthly dues anywhere from roughly $75 for a light-service HOA up to $250+ if the community includes exterior maintenance, snow removal, or amenities like a clubhouse or pool.
How is the commute from Magna to downtown Salt Lake or the airport? ▾
Magna sits about 17 miles west of downtown Salt Lake City and roughly 12 miles from SLC International, with most commuters using SR-201 or I-80. Drive times to downtown run 20-30 minutes off-peak. The 5600 West corridor has improved access considerably, which is part of why western Salt Lake County has seen steady residential growth.
Are there age-restricted (55+) gated options in Magna? ▾
Dedicated 55+ gated communities are rare in Magna itself — buyers looking for that setup more often end up in West Valley, Taylorsville, or South Jordan. If an age-restricted gated listing does come up in Magna, it's typically a smaller townhome project, so it's worth setting up an alert if that's a must-have.
What's nearby for recreation and daily errands? ▾
Magna sits at the foot of the Oquirrh Mountains with quick access to the Great Saltair, Kennecott Nature Center, and Bingham Creek Regional Park. Day-to-day shopping is along 3500 South and at the Magna Main Street district, with bigger retail at District 7 and Valley Fair Mall a short drive east. The Wasatch ski resorts are about 45-60 minutes away.