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55+ Community Homes for Sale in Highland, Utah
Highland sits between Alpine and Lehi at the base of the Wasatch, and it has quietly become a popular landing spot for buyers who want to downsize without leaving the north Utah County area where their kids and grandkids live. Age-restricted neighborhoods inside Highland proper are limited compared to nearby American Fork or Saratoga Springs, but the homes that do qualify tend to share the features 55+ shoppers actually want: main-floor primary suites, low-maintenance yards, attached two-car garages, and HOA-managed snow removal that matters when winter storms roll off Lone Peak. Median sale prices in Highland run higher than the county average — generally mid-$700s and up — reflecting the city's larger lot sizes, strong Alpine School District reputation, and proximity to the Murdock Canal Trail.
For buyers specifically looking at age-qualified or low-maintenance single-level living, the practical draw is location: American Fork Hospital is ten minutes south, Costco and the Meadows shopping center are just off I-15, and the Salt Lake airport is about 35 minutes away via Pioneer Crossing. Summers here are dry and warm (mid-90s in July), winters bring real snow, and the lifestyle leans toward walking the canal trail, golfing at Alpine Country Club, and quick drives up American Fork Canyon. Listings in this category move fast when they appear because supply is thin. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market in and around Highland.
May 2026 · Highland market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Highland right now.
Median sale
$850,000
23 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
13 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
97.8%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
73
active + pending
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Common questions
About 55+ community homes in Highland.
Are there dedicated 55+ communities in Highland? ▾
Highland itself is a smaller north Utah County city of about 20,000 residents, and most age-restricted developments sit in neighboring cities like American Fork, Lehi, and Saratoga Springs. That said, single-level homes and patio-style builds inside Highland often attract downsizing buyers, and a handful of HOA neighborhoods cater to the 55+ lifestyle. Inventory is limited, so it pays to watch new listings closely.
What does HOA-restricted 55+ living usually include here? ▾
Most age-qualified communities in the area require at least one resident to be 55 or older and limit how long younger family members can stay. HOAs typically handle front-yard landscaping, snow removal on driveways and sidewalks, and exterior maintenance — a real benefit during Wasatch Front winters when Highland can see 40+ inches of snow per season.
What price range should I expect? ▾
Single-level homes in Highland generally run from the high $600s into the $900s, with larger custom builds on the east bench pushing well past $1M. Age-restricted patio homes tend to land in the $600K–$850K range depending on square footage, finishes, and proximity to the Murdock Canal Trail.
How close are medical services and shopping? ▾
American Fork Hospital (Intermountain Health) sits about 10 minutes south, and Timpanogos Regional in Orem is roughly 15 minutes away. Day-to-day shopping at Costco, Smith's, and The Meadows in American Fork is a short drive, and Salt Lake City International Airport is about 35–40 minutes up I-15.
Is the terrain manageable for older buyers? ▾
Highland sits at around 4,900 feet with rolling topography — some neighborhoods on the east side have steeper grades, while areas closer to SR-92 and the Alpine Highway are flatter. If single-level living and easy walking matter, focus on newer subdivisions on the west and central parts of town rather than the foothill lots.
What lifestyle amenities are nearby? ▾
The Murdock Canal Trail runs right through Highland with about 17 miles of paved path for walking and biking. Golfers have Alpine Country Club within city limits and several public courses minutes away, and the mouth of American Fork Canyon — gateway to Tibble Fork and the Alpine Loop — is roughly 10 minutes east.