Sunset · Davis County · Utah
Living in Sunset, Utah: A Neighborhood Guide
Tucked between Clinton and Clearfield in northern Davis County, Sunset is one of Utah's smaller, quieter cities — about 5,400 residents on roughly one square mile, minutes from Hill Air Force Base and the shops and restaurants of Layton. For buyers looking for an affordable, settled neighborhood with quick access to the rest of the Wasatch Front, Sunset earns a closer look.
Where Sunset sits on the map
Sunset is bordered by Clinton to the west, Clearfield to the north, and Layton to the south. I-15 is about five minutes east, putting downtown Ogden roughly 15 minutes north and Salt Lake City around 30 minutes south in normal traffic. The FrontRunner commuter rail station in Clearfield is a short drive away for car-free trips into Salt Lake.
Schools
Sunset is served by the Davis School District, one of the largest and most established districts in the state. Neighborhood-area schools include Doxey Elementary, North Davis Junior High, and Clearfield High School. Several charter and private options are within a short drive in Layton and Clearfield.
Commute & Hill Air Force Base
Sunset's biggest draw for many buyers is proximity to Hill Air Force Base — the West Gate is roughly 10 minutes away, making it a popular choice for active-duty families, contractors, and civilian DoD employees who want a short commute without base-housing waitlists. Layton's Antelope Drive corridor (Costco, Smith's, Layton Hills Mall, dozens of restaurants) is also about 10 minutes south.
Parks, recreation & the outdoors
Sunset Park anchors the city with ballfields, a playground, and open space. The paved Denver & Rio Grande Western Rail Trail runs nearby for walking and cycling. For bigger outings, Antelope Island State Park is about 20 minutes west, Snowbasin and Powder Mountain are under an hour east, and the Weber River and Pineview Reservoir are easy day trips.
Cost of living & housing
Sunset has historically been one of the more affordable cities in Davis County, with a mix of mid-century brick ramblers, split-levels, and a growing number of updated homes on larger-than-average lots for the area. Property taxes follow Davis County rates, which are moderate by Utah standards. Most of the city is on municipal water and sewer.
The pros and cons of buying in Sunset
Pros
- Short commute to Hill AFB and Layton employers
- Quiet, established residential feel
- More home for the money than Layton or Kaysville
- Davis School District
- Easy I-15 and FrontRunner access
Cons
- Aircraft noise from Hill AFB on some streets
- Small city footprint — most shopping is in Layton/Clearfield
- Older housing stock often needs updates
- Limited nightlife and dining inside city limits
Community resources
- Sunset City Hall & Police — 200 W 1300 N
- North Davis Fire District coverage
- Davis County Library — Clearfield Branch (nearest)
- Weekly trash & recycling pickup through the city
- Annual community events at Sunset Park each summer
Featured Listing in Sunset
396 W 1130 N — 5 Bed Brick Rambler
A 2,350 sq ft updated rambler on a fully fenced .21-acre lot, walking distance to Sunset Park. Listed at $459,000 by David R Haws, Coldwell Banker.
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