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New Construction Homes for Sale in Salem, Utah
Salem sits at the south end of Utah County, tucked between Salem Pond and the foothills below Loafer Mountain, and it's still one of the few spots along the Wasatch Front where builders can find raw ground to work with. That's translated into steady new construction across neighborhoods like Blackberry Estates, Summerfield, and the pocket of subdivisions off 900 South, with builders such as Ivory Homes, Destination Homes, and a handful of smaller local outfits putting up everything from starter-friendly two-story plans to half-acre lots with room for a shop or horse property. Prices for new builds here typically run from the mid $500s for attached and smaller single-family plans up past $900k for larger lots with mountain and valley views, generally coming in lower per square foot than comparable new construction closer to Provo or American Fork.
Buyers move to Salem for new construction specifically because it still offers something scarce elsewhere in the county: bigger lots, quieter roads, and a small-town feel while staying a manageable commute to Provo, Spanish Fork, and the tech corridor along I-15. Nibley Park Elementary and Salem Elementary feed into Nebo School District, and the city's own parks, splash pad, and the pond itself keep family life close to home. Because these are new builds, buyers get to pick finishes, lock in a builder warranty, and avoid the deferred-maintenance surprises that come with older Utah County housing stock. Browse the active new construction listings below to see what's currently available and where each builder stands in the process.
June 2026 · Salem market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Salem right now.
Median sale
$555,000
35 closed in June 2026
Median DOM
—
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
99.7%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
230
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About new construction homes in Salem.
Which builders are active in Salem right now? ▾
Fieldstone Homes, Edge Homes, Ivory Homes, Visionary Homes, and several smaller regional builders all have active projects in Salem. The mix shifts as subdivisions sell out, so the builder lineup on any given street depends on which phase of which community is currently releasing lots.
What price range should I expect for a new build in Salem? ▾
Production new construction typically runs from the mid-$500s to the low $800s depending on square footage, lot, and finish level. Semi-custom and custom builds on the Woodland Hills bench or larger half-acre-plus lots regularly cross $1M.
Are builders offering incentives on Salem new construction? ▾
Most national and regional builders here have been offering rate buydowns (often 2-1 or permanent buydowns into the 5s), closing cost credits, or included design-center upgrades when you use their preferred lender. Incentives change monthly, so confirm what's on the table at the time you write an offer.
What school district serves new construction in Salem? ▾
Salem is part of Nebo School District. Most new subdivisions feed into Foothills, Salem, or Mt. Loafer Elementary, then Salem Junior High and Salem Hills High School. Boundaries do shift as new schools come online, so verify with the district before you commit.
How long does a Salem new build typically take to finish? ▾
From contract on a to-be-built home, expect roughly 6 to 9 months depending on the builder, phase, and how quickly you complete design center selections. Inventory or spec homes already under roof can close in 30 to 60 days.
Do new builds in Salem come with finished basements? ▾
Most production builders price homes with unfinished basements and offer basement finishes as an optional upgrade, usually in the $35K-$60K range depending on square footage and bedroom count. A handful of spec homes are listed with the basement already finished — worth checking listing remarks.