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Gated Community Homes for Sale in Highland, Utah
Highland sits in northern Utah County, tucked against the Wasatch foothills between American Fork and Alpine. It is almost entirely residential, with large lots, no big commercial strip, and Alpine School District schools like Highland Elementary and Lone Peak High. Gated communities here are a small slice of the market, and that scarcity is part of the appeal. Most are on the east bench or in the upper foothills, where lots run bigger and many homes look out over Utah Lake and the valley below. Prices generally start around the high $1 millions and climb well past $3 million in the newest enclaves.
Buyers who want a gate in Highland are usually after privacy, quiet streets with little through traffic, and shared upkeep, not resort-style amenities. Some neighborhoods are fully gated with HOA-managed roads and landscaping, while others have private entries with only a handful of homes. Winters bring real snow, and HOAs often handle plowing on private streets, which matters when you are living on a hillside. You are about 30 minutes from Salt Lake City International Airport, and Lehi's Silicon Slopes offices are 10 to 15 minutes away. Check HOA dues, road maintenance reserves, and design guidelines before you fall for a floor plan. Browse the active listings below to see which gated Highland homes are on the market today.
September 2026 · Highland market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Highland right now.
Median sale
$1,074,000
9 closed in September 2026
Median DOM
83 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
94.8%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
68
active + pending
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Common questions
About gated community homes in Highland.
How many gated communities are there in Highland? ▾
Only a few, and most are small. Highland is mostly open subdivisions, so gated options come up less often than in places like Draper or St. George. Inventory at any time is usually a handful of homes, so it pays to set up alerts.
What do homes in Highland's gated communities typically cost? ▾
Expect roughly $1.5 million to $3 million or more, depending on lot size, views, and age of the home. Highland's overall median sits well above the Utah County average, and gated pockets run higher still. Hillside lots with valley views carry the biggest premiums.
What are HOA dues like in gated neighborhoods here? ▾
Dues vary widely, from modest monthly fees to several hundred dollars when the HOA maintains private roads, gates, and common landscaping. Ask for the reserve study and recent budgets. Underfunded road reserves can lead to special assessments.
Who plows the snow in a gated Highland neighborhood? ▾
On private streets, the HOA usually contracts plowing, since the city does not maintain them. Highland gets meaningful snowfall, especially higher on the bench. Confirm the contractor and response expectations in the HOA documents.
Which schools serve gated communities in Highland? ▾
Highland is in Alpine School District, with Highland Elementary, Timberline Middle, and Lone Peak High as common assignments. Boundaries can differ by street, so verify the address with the district before making an offer.
Are gated homes in Highland a good commute for Lehi and Salt Lake? ▾
Yes. Lehi tech employers are about 10 to 15 minutes away, and downtown Salt Lake is roughly 30 to 40 minutes outside peak traffic. I-15 and SR-92 are both close by.