Daybreak, South Jordan
Utah's largest master-planned community: 4,100 acres of lake living, trails, parks, and mountain views.
Daybreak is a 4,100-acre master-planned community in South Jordan, Utah, and one of the largest and most ambitious planned developments in the western United States. Built on a former Rio Tinto Kennecott copper mining site and now developed by the Larry H. Miller Company, Daybreak has grown into a vibrant community of over 30,000 residents across 9,300+ homes. It was designed using a traditional neighborhood development (TND) model, where most homes sit within a five-minute walk or bike ride of parks, trails, and amenities.
Amenities & Lifestyle
Oquirrh Lake & Watercourse
A 67-acre recreational lake at the heart of Daybreak with paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing, and a splash pad. The Watercourse is a 3.5-mile channel connecting neighborhoods to the lake.
Trails & Parks
Over 50 miles of paved and unpaved trails connect more than 40 parks, playgrounds, sports courts, and open green spaces throughout the community.
Pools & Recreation
Multiple community pools, sports courts, a community center, and organized events throughout the year give residents a resort-like lifestyle without leaving the neighborhood.
Downtown Daybreak
A growing walkable urban core with restaurants, shops, and an entertainment district, designed to eventually serve as the commercial heart of the community.
Schools & HOA
Schools
Daybreak is served by the Jordan School District, with Daybreak Elementary located within the community. Other nearby options include Early Light Academy (charter), and the area feeds into popular middle and high schools in South Jordan.
HOA & Fees
The master HOA fee for 2026 is $144.50/month, which covers community amenities, lake maintenance, trails, and common areas. Many neighborhoods also have sub-association dues that vary by section.
Local Insights
Salt Lake Bees: A New Era at Daybreak
The Bees' brand-new ballpark in Downtown Daybreak
Utah's Best Ski Resorts
World-class skiing just 30 minutes from Daybreak
New Construction Guide
In-depth guide to Daybreak's new villages & other Wasatch master plans
Search Homes in Daybreak
Browse lakefront and trailside properties
55+ Active Adult Living at Daybreak
Daybreak is home to SpringHouse Village, the premier 55+ active adult community in Salt Lake County. Developed by Oakwood Homes, SpringHouse Village is a private, age-restricted village within Daybreak featuring its own 10,000-square-foot amenity center — The Spring House — with a fitness center, pool, spa, pickleball and bocce courts, and social gathering spaces. Homes range from approximately 1,200 to 4,300 square feet, with pricing starting in the $400,000s.
Empty nesters choosing SpringHouse Village get the best of both worlds: a low-maintenance, 55+ lifestyle with private amenities, plus full access to Daybreak's 67-acre Oquirrh Lake, 50+ miles of trails, restaurants, and farmers market. Adam Stark, SRES — a certified senior real estate specialist — helps buyers navigate SpringHouse Village and other 55+ communities along the Wasatch Front.
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