Cedar Hills
A trail-laced foothill community with tight-knit streets and some of Utah County's most sought-after schools.
- Family-friendly
- Foothill views
- Top-rated schools
- Golf & trails
Living in Cedar Hills
Tucked into the foothills at the mouth of American Fork Canyon, Cedar Hills is the kind of place where neighbors actually know each other and the mountains start at the end of the street. It's compact, family-focused, and quietly one of the most desirable addresses in northern Utah County.
Life in Cedar Hills tends to revolve around the outdoors and the community calendar. Summer brings the beloved Family Festival, farmers market evenings, and easy access to canyon hikes; winter puts world-class skiing less than an hour away. Because the city is small and largely built out, streets are quiet and walkable, and the sense of community is genuine rather than marketed.
The good stuff
What’s nearby
Schools
- Cedar Ridge Elementary Highly rated, walkable for many neighborhoods
- Mount Ridge & American Fork junior highs Alpine School District feeders
- Lone Peak High School Strong academics and athletics
Parks & trails
- American Fork Canyon Timpanogos trails minutes away
- Cedar Hills Golf Club Public 9-hole course in town
- Community parks & the Murdock Trail Paved paths for biking and strolls
Eat & gather
- The Canyon corridor Quick access to American Fork dining
- Local coffee & bakeries A short drive into Pleasant Grove & AF
- Harts & neighborhood staples Everyday essentials close to home
Commute
Roughly 10 minutes to I-15 via the American Fork or Pleasant Grove interchanges, putting Silicon Slopes tech offices in Lehi about 20 minutes away and downtown Salt Lake City around 40 minutes in normal traffic.
New construction
Cedar Hills is largely built out, so new construction is limited to occasional infill lots and custom builds on the upper benches. Most buyers are purchasing established homes, many with mountain-facing views.
HOA & fees
Most of Cedar Hills is not governed by a mandatory HOA, though a handful of newer or bench-side developments carry modest dues. I'll always confirm the specifics for any home before you write an offer.
Market snapshot
Thinking about Cedar Hills?
Inventory in Cedar Hills stays tight, and well-priced homes move quickly. Whether you're buying into the neighborhood or thinking about selling, timing and pricing strategy matter here more than most places, so let's talk through it.
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Keep exploring
More Utah County neighborhoods
Pleasant Grove
A friendly "Grove City" of tree-lined streets and canyon trails where longtime roots and fresh new neighborhoods share the same mountain backdrop.
American Fork
An established city with a walkable historic Main Street, canyon access at its doorstep, and some of the most attainable pricing in north Utah County.
Highland
A central family suburb of newer subdivisions and neighborhood parks, sitting comfortably between Alpine's foothills and Lehi's tech corridor.
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