Ephraim Utah Real Estate

Located in Sanpete County, Ephraim is a small town with a population of about 6,000. Ephraim is known for its rich history as one of the first towns in Utah, and is also the location of Snow College.

Ephraim is one of the best places to live in Utah if you are looking for a small town with a family friendly culture and a strong Mormon presence.

What to Do in Ephraim

The weekend before Memorial Day every year since 1976, Ephraim hosts a Scandinavian Festival to honor the heritage of its founders. Visitors can enjoy live entertainment, Scandinavian food and crafts, a parade, a car show, a 5k run and bike race, storytelling, and more.

Skyline Drive, also called the Great Western Trail, has its trailhead in Ephraim and offers over 100 miles of ATV trails through gorgeous landscapes.

Ephraim has a local bowling alley called Sno Cap Lanes, perfect for all ages. You can expect a charming, small town atmosphere to have some fun with the whole family. 

Provo is just over an hour away, for many additional shopping, dining, entertainment, and healthcare options. 

Why People Love Living in Ephraim

Many Ephraim residents choose to live there because of its long history as a town led by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. The local two year college, Snow College, was originally founded by the LDS church before being handed over to the state, and until being discontinued in 2019 Ephraim was the location of the Mormon Miracle Pageant, where over 500 performers would present a story produced by the LDS church.

Other reasons people enjoy living in Ephraim include the peace and quiet of a small community, as well as the affordable cost of living and good public schools. 

Ephraim Schools

Public schools in Ephraim are a part of South Sanpete School District and are highly rated. With above average test scores and excellent student to teacher ratios, Ephraim schools are a good choice for your student.

There is also one private school in Ephraim, which is a college prep boarding school for students in grades 7-12.

Another education option available to Ephraim families is homeschooling. Utah does offer public funding to families who would like to homeschool. Funding is available for any non religious curriculum, as well as essential school supplies. 

Ephraim Real Estate

Properties in Ephraim are mostly single family homes on spacious lots. You will find many neighborhoods with large family homes in Ephraim. 

There are no condo communities or townhomes in Ephraim, but there are some affordable single family home options for first time buyers or those with a limited budget. You will also find land for sale, offering the chance to build a custom or semi-custom home to fit your needs.

As you search for a home in Utah, having the right team of real estate professionals behind you will be essential. Contact us to find out how our knowledge and years of experience make us a great choice.