Clinton
Utah
West Davis County value — new construction, Hill AFB access, and the most space per dollar in north Davis.
Clinton sits in the northwest quadrant of Davis County — a growing city of 23,000 that offers new construction and larger lots at consistently below-Layton prices, with Hill AFB accessible in 12–18 minutes and the Great Salt Lake's western marshlands creating open sky views that east-side cities cannot replicate. Clinton is the answer when buyers want new construction within Davis County without the Layton or Syracuse price premium.
Davis County — Clinton —
West Davis County value — new construction, Hill AFB ac
Clinton occupies the northwest corridor of Davis County between Syracuse to the south and West Point to the west — a geographic position that gives the city open western exposure toward the Great Salt Lake and the Promontory Mountains on the far horizon, paired with east access to the Wasatch Front's employment and commercial centers via I-15. The city's rapid expansion from a small rural community to a city of 23,000 has largely occurred since 2000 through residential subdivision development on the flat valley parcels that characterize the county's west side.
Clinton's primary market advantage is clear: new construction at below-Layton prices with lot sizes that east Davis County cities cannot match at comparable price points. Multiple active subdivisions in Clinton offer new-home inventory in the $440K–$530K range — meaningfully below the equivalent new construction in Layton's east corridor. For buyers who specifically want new construction and are flexible on proximity to Layton's commercial center, Clinton delivers the best new-home value proposition in northern Davis County. Use our mortgage calculator to compare monthly costs on new vs resale.
Clinton High School, opened in 2014 to serve the city's rapid population growth, is Davis SD's newest high school and has been building its program identity with competitive athletics and expanding AP coursework. The school's newness is both a characteristic (program depth still developing) and an advantage (modern facilities, newer building systems). Clinton's Hill AFB proximity — 12–18 minutes to the main gate — makes it a meaningful alternative to Clearfield for military buyers who want new construction at slightly above-Clearfield prices but with the space advantages of the northwest valley.
Price Ranges by
Clinton Neighborhood Zone
Where to Buy in Clinton —
Four Distinct Market Zones
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Clinton's Market —
What the Numbers Mean for Buyers
Clinton's market operates with a clear two-tier dynamic: new construction and established resale behave differently. New construction in the $445K–$530K range competes on product quality and lot size with comparable-price resale, frequently winning in spring on the basis of modern floor plans and new-home warranties. Resale in the $395K–$490K range competes on price and immediate availability, appealing to buyers who want to avoid builder timelines. Understanding which tier you're shopping before starting the search saves significant time.
The median sold price of $430K positions Clinton below Layton ($445K), Syracuse ($450K), and essentially equivalent to Clearfield's resale median while offering newer construction in many zones. This positions Clinton as the best new-construction value in northern Davis County for buyers who don't require Hill AFB's 5-minute commute. The appreciation rate of +3.6% tracks the county middle — growth market dynamics partially offset by the higher new construction share which moderates the scarcity premium.
For investors, Clinton's cap rates of 4.0–4.7% are competitive with Layton and above Farmington or Centerville. The military community adjacent to Hill AFB drives rental demand comparable to Clearfield at slightly higher purchase prices. West Clinton's large-lot inventory creates long-term optionality for investors who hold through potential zoning changes allowing secondary dwelling units. Use the investment analyzer for property-specific modeling.
Schools Serving
Clinton
Clinton is served entirely by the Davis School District. Always verify your specific address's school assignments directly with Davis SD before purchase.
Getting From Clinton
to Where You Need to Be
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What Clinton
Offers Day-to-Day
Clinton City Park is the community hub — a multi-field complex hosting youth sports leagues, community events, and the Clinton City Celebration each July. The park's pavilions are available for reservation year-round. Clinton's growing commercial corridor along US-89 provides daily needs access without requiring I-15. The western exposure from most Clinton properties creates sunset views across the Great Salt Lake basin that are genuinely spectacular in fall and spring when the lake's colors and the western sky combine.
Antelope Island State Park is 20–25 minutes west via the Syracuse causeway — easily accessible for Clinton residents for day hikes, wildlife viewing, and the annual bison roundup events each fall. The Great Salt Lake's western marshlands west of Clinton are a premier waterfowl habitat and birding destination. For mountain access, the Layton Hills Mall area (10–16 min) provides full retail and the Snowbasin and Nordic Valley ski resorts are accessible in 45–55 minutes via I-15 north and SR-39.
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