Best Neighborhoods (with Specific Buildings) for a Ski Home or Condo in Park City & Deer Valley
Deer Valley
Empire Pass (true ski-in/ski-out + clubs)
Why buy: Elevation, snow quality, concierge living.
Flagship buildings/communities:
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Montage Deer Valley, Argent, One Empire Pass, Empire Residences
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Arrowleaf, Silver Strike, Flagstaff, The Belles (homes/townhomes)
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Sommet Blanc (new luxe), Talisker Club – Empire Pass access options
Silver Lake Village (mid-mountain classic)
Why buy: Polished vibe, walkable to lifts/dining.
Notables: Stein Eriksen Lodge, Stein Eriksen Residences, Goldener Hirsch, The Chateaux, The Inn at Silver Lake
Deer Crest (gated, view-forward, ski access)
Why buy: Privacy + the St. Regis connection.
Notables: St. Regis Deer Valley (via funicular to Snow Park), Deer Crest Estates, Snow Top
Snow Park / Lower Deer Valley (access + roomy floor plans)
Why buy: Quick to base, strong family layouts.
Notables: Founders Place (new-build luxury), Black Diamond Lodge, Lakeside, Fawngrove, Pinnacle
Park City Mountain — Old Town & Base
Old Town / Town Lift Zone (walk Main Street + lift)
Why buy: Rental visibility + lifestyle.
Notables: The Caledonian (true Town Lift access), Lift Lodge/Town Lift Condos, Parkite (luxury on Main), historic homes near Norfolk/Empire Ave corridors
Park City Mountain Village (central, family-friendly base)
Why buy: Lessons, rentals, convenience.
Notables: The Lodge at Mountain Village, Snowflower, Resort Center, Shadow Ridge, Silver King
Canyons Village (modern builds, amenities, rental engine)
Why buy: Newer construction and four-season activation.
Core properties:
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Pendry Park City, Hyatt Centric Park City, Waldorf Astoria Park City
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Lift, Apex Residences, Ascent, YOTELPAD, Sundial, Westgate, Silverado, Blackstone Residences, Red Pine (townhomes/condos)
Ultra-estate: The Colony at White Pine Canyon (best-in-class ski ranches)
Jordanelle / Mayflower & “Next Wave”
Why buy: New product, views, future lift connectivity.
Deer Valley – Snow Park/East flank: Founders Place (DV), Mayflower Mountain/East Village corridor with early phases emerging
Mayflower-area & lakeside picks: Marcella (golf/ski club community), Velvære (wellness-focused), Pioche Village, Mayflower Lakeside
Jordanelle townhome/condo value: Shoreline, Deer Waters, Skyridge (amenity-rich, fast access to DV/PC)
Local Favorites That Punch Above Weight
Sun Peak / Bear Hollow (near Canyons): Single-family + townhomes with community amenities and quick resort access.
Thaynes Canyon / Upper Park Meadows: Resident vibe, trail access, easy hop to either base; great for longer stays.
Quick Match Guide
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Door-to-snow, top tier: Empire Pass (Montage, Argent, One Empire Pass, Sommet Blanc), The Colony
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Walk to dinner + lift: Old Town (Caledonian, Parkite proximity), Park City Mountain Village (Lodge, Snowflower)
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Modern + amenity + rentals: Canyons (Pendry, Lift, Apex, Hyatt Centric, YOTELPAD)
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Privacy + views: Deer Crest (plus St. Regis access), Thaynes
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Value + new build near DV/PC: Jordanelle/Mayflower (Marcella, Velvære, Mayflower Lakeside, Shoreline)
What I verify before you write an offer
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True access math: exact steps from mudroom to snow (and back route).
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Sun/snow load: roof decks, heat tape, driveway strategy.
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HOA health: reserves, upcoming capital, rental & pet rules.
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Ops: gear storage, owner closets, EV, hot-tub allowances.
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Revenue reality: comps for your specific stack/floor plan.
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Exit plan: resale velocity for the building and bed/bath mix.
