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New Construction Homes for Sale in Highland, Utah
Highland sits on the bench between American Fork and Alpine, right where the Wasatch foothills start climbing toward Lone Peak and Timpanogos. New construction here tends to fall into two camps: larger custom builds on half-acre or acre lots in the upper neighborhoods near the Alpine border, and tighter production builds closer to SR-92 and the Highland Glen area. Lot supply has tightened considerably over the last decade as Highland has built out, so most newly built homes you'll see on the MLS are either infill projects, tear-down rebuilds, or the last phases of established subdivisions like the ones off 6000 West and Canyon Heights. Price points generally run from the mid $800s for smaller new builds up past $2M for custom homes with mountain views.
Buyers picking Highland for a new build are usually after the combination of Alpine School District boundaries (Lone Peak High, Mountain Ridge Junior, Highland Elementary), quick access to the Silicon Slopes corridor in Lehi, and a quieter, lower-density feel than neighboring Lehi or Saratoga Springs. Winters bring real snow at this elevation (around 4,900 ft), so newer homes here are typically built with better insulation packages, larger garages for gear, and often a third bay for a side-by-side or boat headed to Deer Creek. If you're weighing a spec home against going custom, it's worth knowing which builders are currently active in the city — that list shifts year to year. Browse the active listings below to see what's on the market right now.
May 2026 · Highland market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Highland right now.
Median sale
$850,000
23 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
13 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
97.7%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
78
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About new construction homes in Highland.
How much new construction is actually available in Highland? ▾
Inventory is limited compared to Lehi or Saratoga Springs because Highland is largely built out. At any given time you might see anywhere from a handful to a couple dozen new construction listings, including spec homes, to-be-built plans on remaining lots, and recently completed homes. If the active list is short, custom builds on resale lots are often the next path.
What price range should I expect for a new build in Highland? ▾
Most new construction in Highland starts in the mid to high $800s for smaller homes and climbs into the $1.5M–$2.5M range for custom builds on larger lots with mountain views. Lot size and proximity to the Alpine boundary drive a lot of the price spread.
Which school district serves new homes in Highland? ▾
All of Highland is in Alpine School District. Most neighborhoods feed into Highland or Freedom Elementary, Mountain Ridge Junior High, and Lone Peak High School, which is a major draw for families relocating from out of state.
Can I still find buildable lots in Highland? ▾
Yes, but they're scarce and priced accordingly. Remaining lots tend to be in the upper benches near Alpine or infill parcels created by subdividing larger properties. Tear-down-and-rebuild on older homes has also become a more common route for buyers who want new construction in an established Highland neighborhood.
How long does a custom build typically take in Highland? ▾
Plan on roughly 10 to 14 months from breaking ground to move-in for a custom home, depending on size, finish level, and city plan-review timing. Highland's building department is generally efficient, but mountain-bench lots with grading or retaining work can add time.
Are there HOAs in most new Highland subdivisions? ▾
Some of the newer pockets have HOAs that handle private roads, open space, or shared amenities, but plenty of Highland neighborhoods have no HOA at all. Always check the specific subdivision — dues and restrictions vary widely across the city.