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West Valley City, UT

West Valley City was put on display for a global audience during the 2002 Winter Olympics as the city hosted the speed skating events at the Kearns Speed Skating Complex. With a population that has eclipsed 125,000, the area is one of the larger suburbs of Salt Lake City. West Valley City is one of the more affordable areas to buy a home in the valley as it is a little bit older and more established than some of the other cities in the Salk Lake Valley.

West Valley City is blessed to have a good transportation network that make it easy to get around the city. I-215 is a major freeway in the Salt Lake Valley that cuts right through the city center. The Bangerter Highway is a bypass road that sees a lot of traffic each day. West Valley City is also serviced by the Utah Transit Authority's Trax system and a large number of bus routes that are utilized by many citizens. Getting to Salt Lake from West Valley City can be done in as little as 15 minutes without traffic.

Some of the top neighborhoods in West Valley City where homeowners love to buy homes include Granger, Hunter, El Dorado, and Amanda Acres. West Valley City is home to a large number of large public high schools that are quite competitive on the football field and in the classroom. Kearns, Granger, and Hunter are several of the schools that have enjoyed some success throughout the years in high school athletics.

West Valley City is one of the most diverse communities in the Salt Lake Valley with a large population of Pacific Islanders calling the area home. This cultural diversity can be seen in the large number of ethnic restaurants that are available for a city of its size. Lodestone Park is one of the area's top attractions for kids thanks to an interesting playground and a large field that is perfect for playing.

Salt Lake City offers all of the cultural and sporting events that one could desire. From watching the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smarthome Arena to attending a symphony at the Capital Orchestra, there are a lot of entertainment options that are within driving distance from West Valley City. Closer to home, those who live in West Valley City can watch a Utah Grizzlies minor league hockey game at Maverick Arena. West Valley City is also home to a large entertainment complex that has arcade games, mini golf and a movie theater. The Fashion Place Mall is a remodeled shopping center that has a good selection of shops. All in all, West Valley City offers its residents a comfortable lifestyle with modern conveniences.