Daybreak is more than a neighborhood — it's a master-planned city in South Jordan with a private lake, 40+ miles of trails, award-winning schools, a new downtown district, and Utah's most diverse lineup of homebuilders. This is your complete guide to everything Daybreak.
Daybreak spans more than 4,000 acres on the former site of the Bingham Canyon Mine in South Jordan, Utah. Developed by the Larry H. Miller Company and originally by Kennecott Land, it sits 22 miles from downtown Salt Lake City with direct TRAX light rail access.
Once fully built, Daybreak will include over 20,000 homes, 9.1 million square feet of commercial space, and a complete urban core in Downtown Daybreak. It's Utah's first dedicated sports and entertainment district and the first community of its size in the region to meet Energy Star standards — every home is Energy Star certified.
Daybreak isn't one neighborhood — it's a collection of distinct villages, each with its own character, price point, and proximity to amenities. Choosing the right village matters as much as choosing the right home.
The first Daybreak village, built on the south side of Oquirrh Lake. Founders blends classical architecture inspired by Salt Lake City's Avenues neighborhood with mature trees, established sidewalks, and a community center. A true sense of permanence — and some of the best access to the lake.
Daybreak's second phase is home to the Oquirrh Mountain LDS Temple and some of the community's largest homes. Promenade Park runs from the temple to the lake, passing the Eastlake Pool, tennis courts, and skate park. Diverse architecture and walkable to SoDa Row.
Daybreak's third phase shifted toward higher density and affordability. North Shore was the first village with solar-powered homes. A good mix of starter homes and larger single-family homes, plus Brookside Park with its zip line and creek for kids to paddle in.
The transit-oriented village, built just south of Daybreak's TRAX light rail station. Modern townhomes and apartments sit steps from the platform — walk to the U of U Health Center, a coming library, dining, and light rail to downtown SLC. Homes meet the EPA 3.0 Energy Star rating.
Daybreak's newest village on the western edge of the community, near The Watercourse. New home designs here prioritize flexibility, energy efficiency, and modern layouts. Builders currently active: Holmes Homes, Ivory Homes, Destination Homes, Rainey Homes, and Sego Homes. Quick move-in inventory often available.
Part of the Upper Villages near The Watercourse, Watermark offers a blend of traditional and modern architecture with strong proximity to parks, trails, and The Loop bike network. Rainey Homes' Estate Collection is offered here, along with options from Holmes and Sego.
The most desirable address in Daybreak. 160 prime lots on an island in the center of Oquirrh Lake — either right on the waterfront or within two blocks of the shore. 360° of lake shoreline surrounds the island, connected to the rest of Daybreak by two bridges. These are the priciest and most sought-after homes in the community.
Daybreak's newest 55+ community, opened 2018, on the west side of Bangerter Highway. All homes are built by OakwoodLife (a Berkshire Hathaway subsidiary). The village has its own dedicated 10,000 sq ft community center and private swimming pool — resort-style amenities within the broader Daybreak community.
The first village west of Mountain View Corridor, Highland Park features The Hub info center, a community pool, and a café. It introduced The Loop — a network of parks and nature trails that meanders around the community with dedicated biking highways for easy, safe access.
Daybreak partners with Utah's best builders — each with distinct specialties, price points, and villages. Here's what you need to know about each one.
Utah's most established Daybreak builder — five generations of homebuilding and over 16,000 homes. Holmes received the "Builder of Integrity" Award in 2017. They build the widest price range in the community and have the most village presence.
The only builder to win the Triple Crown of American Home Building — "America's Best Builder," "Builder of the Year," and the "National Housing Quality Award." Named to FORTUNE's "100 Best Companies to Work For" 12 times. Currently building Dawn townhomes at South Station.
Utah's largest locally-owned homebuilder. Ivory builds their Paseo Collection in Daybreak — homes adjacent to shared park spaces that encourage community interaction. Currently offering cottage-style Quick Move-In homes in Cascade Village.
Rainey focuses on timeless luxury — from classic colonial to cozy cottages to estate homes built to outlast design trends. Three distinct collections at Daybreak: Carriage House, Traditional, and the Watermark Estate Collection.
Destination Homes focuses on beautiful architecture and well-designed community spaces. In Cascade Village they offer paired homes (twin homes) — two identical homes in tandem sharing a common space, with no shared walls common in traditional townhomes.
Sego's priorities: healthy living, green building, and smart design. Modern townhomes, paired homes, and single family with open floor plans, fresh styling, rooftop decks, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. A design studio lets buyers personalize their home.
OakwoodLife is the exclusive builder for SpringHouse Village — Daybreak's 55+ community. Oakwood Homes is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway. Low-maintenance yards, resort-like amenities, and home designs built around easy, active living.
Important note on builder contracts: New construction contracts at Daybreak are fundamentally different from resale contracts. Builder agreements are written to protect the builder — not the buyer. Having a REALTOR® who understands the builder contract language, lot premiums, upgrade traps, and negotiating leverage can save you thousands. Johnny works with Daybreak buyers regularly and knows which builders have the most flexibility and which don't.
Downtown Daybreak is the community's new urban core — walkable, transit-connected, and actively expanding. It sits along the TRAX Red Line with three stops and encompasses dining, entertainment, retail, a new ballpark, a University of Utah health center, and much more arriving through 2026 and beyond.
Your $142.50/month HOA covers parks, trails, pools, the lake, events, and more. Here's what daily life in Daybreak actually looks like.
Daybreak is home to five public schools within or adjacent to the community — three K-6 elementaries, a K-9 charter, and a 6-12 academy. All of them are consistently top-ranked in the Jordan School District.
One of three K-6 elementary schools within Daybreak. Strong STEM programming and community involvement. Close to Founders and Eastlake villages.
Serves the Eastlake and North Shore area. New neighborhood elementary school coming to Cascade/Watermark Villages.
A public K-9 charter school within the Daybreak community, offering a unique educational model for families seeking an alternative to traditional district schools.
A public 6-12 academy within the community, offering secondary education with strong community ties and an integrated curriculum approach.
The primary feeder high school for most Daybreak families. Known for strong athletics, academics, and arts programs throughout the South Valley.
A new neighborhood elementary school is being planned for the Cascade and Watermark village area as those neighborhoods continue to grow.
The Daybreak Community Association runs one of the most active HOAs in Utah. The amenities are genuinely exceptional — but so are the rules. Here's what every buyer and seller needs to know.
Real data, no fluff. These figures reflect approximate current MLS conditions for the Daybreak area. Contact Johnny for a precise, current analysis specific to the village or street you're targeting.
Daybreak homes have appreciated at an average annual rate of 6–8% since the community launched in 2004, consistently meeting or exceeding the broader Salt Lake County average. A home purchased in 2015 for $360,000 could be worth approximately $575,000–$620,000 today, depending on village, lot, and upgrades.
The master plan's architectural standards, open space requirements, and cohesive design guidelines minimize risk and reduce the volatility common in traditional subdivisions. In 2022 alone, one in six homes built in all of Salt Lake County was in Daybreak.
Source: MLS (May 2025), Utah Association of Realtors (Q3 2024). Individual results vary. Not a guarantee of future performance.
* Market figures are approximate and reflect general conditions. Always request a current, property-specific CMA from Johnny before making pricing decisions.
New construction at Daybreak is exciting — and easy to overpay on if you don't know the game. Here's how to approach it.
The market moves quickly here. Getting the right home means knowing which villages fit your lifestyle, which builders have the best track record right now, and how to compete without overpaying.
Working with a buyer's agent costs you nothing — the builder or seller pays the commission. You get expert representation on the most significant purchase of your life at no out-of-pocket cost.
Daybreak sellers have real equity to leverage. Getting the most out of it means pricing with precision, presenting the home well, and reaching the right buyers — including the investors and relocators who are actively searching the community.
Daybreak's 12-month no-resale rule has implications for pricing strategy and buyer pool. If you bought recently, let's talk through the timing before you decide to list.
"Johnny knew every street in Daybreak. He didn't just show us houses — he helped us understand what we were actually getting into with each village and each builder. We ended up in the right home for the right reasons."
"We listed during a slower stretch and still got 99% of asking. Johnny's pricing strategy was specific to our street and village — not just a generic CMA. That made a real difference."
"First-time buyers and we had so many questions. Johnny never made us feel rushed or dumb for asking. He walked us through the builder contract line by line — that alone was worth everything."
Most agents cover half the valley. Johnny's focus is sharper — South Jordan, Herriman, Riverton, Eagle Mountain, and the communities around them. Daybreak is where that focus converges.
With the Zander Real Estate Team, Johnny specializes in new construction and resale across the communities he knows best. That means sharper comps, better timing, and an agent who understands the specific nuances of Daybreak — including builder contracts, HOA rules that affect your closing, and the village-by-village price dynamics that generic agents miss.
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