Real Estate Investing in Magna, Utah (84044)

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Salt Lake County • Population: 29,488 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 84044 (Magna, UT)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (68/100)

Mixed — home prices are stretched relative to local incomes. Run the math on your specific situation.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $445,891
Avg Monthly Rent $1,664
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $79,934
% Renters 19.7%

Market Analysis: 84044 Magna

The 84044 ZIP in Magna, UT is a local-operator market. Outside capital chasing a $446K entry has to pair deep knowledge with the discount.

The investment case in 84044 is healthy only for operators who understand what they are buying. A $446K median suggests accessibility, but management intensity, vacancy drift, and capex surprises are real.

In the broader UT picture, 84044 is a reminder that not every low-priced ZIP is a value-add opportunity — some are simply distressed, and the difference matters.

Demographically, 84044 is a market where tenant selection matters more than unit finishes. Operators who understand that tend to do fine; those who do not tend to learn why the ZIP trades at a discount.

The 84044 ZIP fits a narrow investor profile — hands-on, patient, and willing to accept that the cap rate on paper is not the cap rate in reality.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Magna:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 66/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
13/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 5.6× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+2.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,664/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
COOL
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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COOL MARKET
Salt Lake City, UT Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
48 days
Average time to sell
Average
14.1%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Salt Lake City, UT metro data
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Property Strategy for 84044

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
4BR
4.4% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+8.5% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
5BR
$98,687/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $381,578 $1,810 3.4% +8.3% $190,789
3BR $434,335 $2,420 4.0% +8.5% $144,778
4BR $450,181 $2,760 4.4% +7.9% $112,545
5BR $493,434 +7.7% $98,687

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$481K$403K$325K$247K$170K$92KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$1,728$1,710$1,691$1,673$1,654$1,636Oct 2025Mar 2026Jul 2026

📊 How Does 84044 Compare?

Metric 84044 Magna Salt Lake City, UT Utah
Home Value $445,891 $445,891 N/A $530,173
5-Year CAGR 4.5% 4.5% N/A 7.0%
Avg Rent $1,664 $1,664 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.9% 2.9% - -
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ICO Property Management constructs and oversees luxury Utah apartment communities, crafting enriching lifestyle experiences for residents across 17 locations along the Wasatch Front. summary from their website

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.9%
Low
5yr Growth
+4.5%
Moderate

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Salt Lake City, UT metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
47%
Days Pending
1/2
48 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $445,891
Monthly Rent $1,664
Price-to-Rent 22.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.5%
Cap Rate 2.9%
5-Year IRR 7.4%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +2.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.3% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.5% ▲
10-Year CAGR +9.0% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.9%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.9%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
2.4%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.5%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 84044

Population: 29,488

💰 Median Household Income
$79,934
This area
$79,934
State
$79,091
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
19.7%
This area
19.7%
State
22.7%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.9%
This area
3.9%
State
-24.6%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
15.4%
This area
15.4%
State
0.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
32.9 years
This area
32.9 years
State
-1.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
2.4%
This area
2.4%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 64.9%
Other/Mixed 33.0%
Hispanic/Latino 26.3%
Black/African American 1.5%
Asian 0.7%
👶 Under 18
29.1%
This area
29.1%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
7.8%
This area
7.8%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
4.3%
This area
4.3%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 84044

C+ Avg School Grade
8 Schools
22.6:1 Avg Class Size
$11,935 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B Good

Copper Hills School

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
435 Students
👨‍🏫
17.8:1 Class Size
💰
$12,342 Per Student
B Good

Lake Ridge School

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
398 Students
👨‍🏫
20.4:1 Class Size
💰
$12,342 Per Student
B Good

Magna School

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
554 Students
👨‍🏫
21.7:1 Class Size
💰
$12,342 Per Student
C+ Average

Elk Run Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
679 Students
👨‍🏫
24.9:1 Class Size
💰
$12,342 Per Student
C+ Average

Pleasant Green School

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
475 Students
👨‍🏫
22.1:1 Class Size
💰
$12,342 Per Student
C+ Average

Entheos Academy Magna

📚 K – 09 High School Charter
👥
495 Students
👨‍🏫
21.1:1 Class Size
💰
$9,084 Per Student
C Below Average

Scott M Matheson Jr High

📚 07 – 08 Middle
👥
1,063 Students
👨‍🏫
25.8:1 Class Size
💰
$12,342 Per Student
D Needs Improvement

Cyprus High

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
2,772 Students
👨‍🏫
27.4:1 Class Size
💰
$12,342 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby 6,048 Off-Campus Students
C+
American Beauty Academy-West Valley Campus
26 students · 11.3 mi
C
Salt Lake Community College
26,764 students · 11.5 mi
C+
Top Nails & Hair Beauty School
104 students · 12.1 mi
C
Ensign College
5,973 students · 13.2 mi
C
Neumont College of Computer Science
530 students · 13.7 mi
D
Arizona College of Nursing-Salt Lake City
323 students · 13.8 mi
C+
Skinworks School of Advanced Skincare
116 students · 13.8 mi
C
Nightingale College
4,265 students · 13.8 mi

Investor Insight: With 6,048 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do landlords charge for rent in Magna, UT?

Rent in Magna, UT is around $1,664/mo. The resulting rent-to-value relationship with $446K pricing is reasonable for most investor models.

What is the typical home price in Magna, UT?

Homes in Magna, UT typically sell near $446K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which predictable long-term demand.

Is Magna, UT a good place for real estate investing?

Yes - Magna, UT a 3.0/5 investability score. With $446K home prices against $1,664/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

Which real estate strategy fits Magna, UT?

The best-fit strategy in Magna, UT is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

Should investors worry about vacancy in Magna, UT?

Magna, UT sees elevated vacancy, which is reasonable relative to the broader UT rental market.

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