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Why Some Cottonwood Heights Homes Aren’t Selling Right Now (January 2026)

Robert Embley

Founder and Principal Broker. BA in Economics from Fordham University. Licensed since 2010. I operated as a Sales Agent from 2010 to 2015...

Founder and Principal Broker. BA in Economics from Fordham University. Licensed since 2010. I operated as a Sales Agent from 2010 to 2015...

Jan 29
Why Homes Aren't Selling in Cottonwood Heights Right Now January 2026 | Robert Embley
Local Lens • Cottonwood Heights Market Education

Why Some Cottonwood Heights Homes Aren't Selling Right Now

⚡ The Short Version: In Cottonwood Heights, homes are still selling—but the market has shifted. With roughly 3.3 months of supply and average days on market around the low 40s, pricing accuracy and presentation matter more than ever.

If your home has been sitting longer than expected—or recently expired—you’re not alone. This is happening across Cottonwood Heights, even in desirable neighborhoods.

~41 average days on market in Cottonwood Heights

The 3 Most Common Reasons Homes Don’t Sell

  • Pricing based on past markets. Buyers are comparing today’s listings, not last year’s sales.
  • Online presentation gaps. Photos and condition determine whether buyers schedule a showing.
  • Limited access. Homes that are difficult to show lose momentum quickly.

What’s Actually Working Right Now

  • Pricing realistically from day one
  • Preparing the home before listing
  • Clear, professional photography

A Note for FSBO Sellers

Some owners do sell successfully on their own. The biggest challenge I see in Cottonwood Heights is pricing without real-time feedback, which often leads to longer market times.

Thinking About Selling in Cottonwood Heights?

This market rewards clarity and preparation. I’ve outlined how selling works today—what buyers respond to and where homes tend to lose momentum.

See How Selling Works
Robert Embley, Principal Broker — Salt Lake Realty Group
[email protected] | 801-712-9748