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New Construction Homes for Sale in Murray, Utah
Murray sits dead center in the Salt Lake Valley, which means most of its buildable lots got used up decades ago. New construction here looks different than it does in Herriman or Eagle Mountain — instead of sprawling subdivisions, you're mostly looking at infill townhomes, small condo developments, and the occasional teardown-rebuild on a single lot near Vine Street or State Street. The Fireclay and Winchester Estates areas have seen some of this activity, along with pockets near Murray Park and the Intermountain Medical Center campus, which remains one of the largest employers in the valley and a draw for buyers who want a short commute. Because land is scarce, new builds in Murray tend to sell at a premium per square foot compared to older stock, but buyers get modern electrical, current energy codes, and layouts built for how people actually live now — open kitchens, primary suites with real closet space, and garages sized for today's vehicles.
Murray School District and the city's own police and fire departments (separate from unincorporated county services) add a layer of local control that some buyers specifically look for. TRAX access along the Blue Line and proximity to I-15 and I-215 make new builds here attractive to commuters heading to downtown Salt Lake or the airport, about 12 miles north. Expect fewer large builders and more small, local contractors doing one or two projects at a time, so inventory moves in waves rather than steady supply. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.
July 2026 · Murray market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Murray right now.
Median sale
$491,000
23 closed in July 2026
Median DOM
31 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
96.5%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
179
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About new construction homes in Murray.
What types of new construction are actually being built in Murray right now? ▾
The majority of current new builds are attached townhomes and small-lot detached homes, with a handful of custom rebuilds on tear-down lots. Large master-planned subdivisions are rare here because Murray is essentially built out — most projects are 4 to 40 units squeezed into former commercial parcels or aggregated residential lots.
How do new construction prices in Murray compare to nearby cities? ▾
Murray runs higher per square foot than Riverton, Herriman, or Eagle Mountain because land is scarce and central. Expect to pay a 10-20% premium over comparable new builds in the south end of the valley, with the trade-off being a much shorter commute to Salt Lake City and the airport.
Can I still customize finishes if I buy a new build in Murray? ▾
It depends on how far along the project is. Townhome developments usually lock finish packages early and offer only a few options once framing starts. Custom rebuilds on individual lots give you full control, but those typically run $900K and up given Murray land costs.
Which school district will my new Murray home be in? ▾
Most of Murray proper is served by Murray City School District, which operates its own elementary, middle, and high schools. Pockets on the eastern and southern edges fall into Granite or Canyons district boundaries, so verify the exact address before you write an offer if schools matter to you.
Are builders in Murray offering rate buydowns or incentives? ▾
Yes, most active builders are running some form of incentive — typically a 2-1 rate buydown, closing cost credit, or finish upgrade package when you use their preferred lender. Incentives shift month to month, so ask your agent to pull the current builder sheet for any project you're considering.
How long does it take to close on a new build in Murray? ▾
Move-in-ready inventory homes can close in 30-45 days like any resale. To-be-built homes typically run 6 to 10 months from contract for townhomes and 9 to 14 months for detached construction, depending on the builder's backlog and permit timing with Murray City.