The Real-Life Up House in Herriman: Utah's Own Pixar Landmark

The real-life Up house from Pixar's 2009 film is a private residence in Herriman, Utah, at 13218 S Herriman Rose Blvd, and it is a faithful, full-size replica of Carl and Ellie's house. Disney fans and film buffs have been making the trip to the southwest Salt Lake Valley for years to see it, and it has become one of the most recognizable homes in the state. Here is how the replica came to be, the details that make it unmistakable, and how to visit it the right way.

We are Adam and Natalie Stark of Stark Group Real Estate, and we cover Herriman and the surrounding Wasatch Front communities for Utah City Living. This guide is based on what is publicly known about the house and what can be seen from the street, and it is meant as a helpful resource for anyone planning a visit or just curious about the story.

The real-life Up house in Herriman, Utah, with its colorful yellow, blue, and green siding and white picket fence.

How the Up house in Herriman came to be

Bangerter Homes, a Utah custom construction company run by three brothers, built the replica with permission from Disney, starting work around 2011. The project began with a couple who are fans of the film. They purchased the property around 2011, and Bangerter Homes turned the idea into a real, buildable home in a normal residential neighborhood.

In the movie, the house's proportions are exaggerated on purpose. The shapes and colors that read so well in animation have to be translated into a structure that actually works in the real world. The builders adapted the film's animation physics to real Salt Lake County building codes, keeping the look faithful while making sure the home functions like any other house. The result is a full-size home that would look right at home in a frame from the movie.

The details that make it unmistakable

The house is painted in the film's cheerful palette of yellow, blue, green, and purple, so it stands out warmly against the homes and desert-toned landscaping around it. It is finished with a white picket fence, a weather vane, and a mailbox painted with the names Carl and Ellie. Each piece was chosen to match the on-screen design, and together they make the home instantly recognizable to anyone who has seen the movie.

Because the proportions were adapted from animation to real construction, the house reads as the movie house while still working as a comfortable family home. It is that blend of movie magic and everyday livability that keeps people driving out for a look.

Viewing the house the right way

Visitors are welcome to view the house from the street, but it is important to remember that this is a real family's home. Be polite, stay on public sidewalks, and do not trespass in the yard. The residence sits in an established neighborhood, and the people who live there deserve the same privacy anyone would expect.

A quick drive-by with a photo from the sidewalk is exactly how most visitors experience it, and that is fine. Keep voices down, keep cars parked on public streets where allowed, and treat the home and its neighbors with courtesy.

Why it has become a Herriman landmark

Herriman has become known for this one-of-a-kind attraction. The house draws Disney fans and film buffs from across the Wasatch Front, and it is listed on Atlas Obscura and Roadside America as a must-see stop in the area. For a community that is still growing and building, it adds a touch of movie magic to the everyday streetscape, the kind of thing you would not expect to find in a residential subdivision.

For visitors, it is a chance to step into a story they grew up with. For the community, it has simply become part of what makes Herriman recognizable. There are no ticket booths or gift shops here, just a house that happens to look like a beloved movie home, and that is exactly why people keep coming.

Exploring Herriman and the southwest Salt Lake Valley

Herriman is one of the southwest Salt Lake Valley's newer communities, and it sits close to the Oquirrh Mountains, which makes it a pleasant drive on a clear day. The Oquirrh foothills rise just to the west, and the mountain-view drives around the area are scenic without requiring a long trek. The Up house makes a natural anchor for a day trip: see the house, take a drive toward the foothills, and explore the rest of the valley at your own pace.

We go much deeper on the area in our Herriman community guide and in our Herriman neighborhood spotlight update. If you are thinking about making the southwest Salt Lake Valley home, those pages are a good starting point, and we would be glad to help you explore in person.