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New Construction Homes for Sale in Orem, Utah
Orem sits near the center of Utah County, wedged between Provo to the south and Lindon to the north, with the Wasatch Mountains rising sharply to the east and Utah Lake visible from higher ground to the west. New construction here has accelerated steadily over the past several years, driven by the city's proximity to major tech employers along the Silicon Slopes corridor — companies like Vivint, Qualtrics, and a growing cluster of startups that make Utah County one of the fastest-growing job markets in the country. Builders are active in several pockets of the city, from infill projects near Center Street to newer subdivisions pushing toward the eastern bench. Entry-level new builds typically start in the low $500,000s, while larger homes with upgraded finishes on the bench land in the $700,000–$900,000+ range, depending on lot size and builder tier.
Buying new construction in Orem comes with a different set of decisions than buying resale. Buyers often work directly with a builder's on-site agent, which is exactly why having your own representation matters — the builder's rep works for the builder, not for you. Orem sits within the Alpine School District, one of the largest in the state, with several highly rated elementary and secondary schools within city limits. Summers top out around 95°F but cool sharply at night thanks to elevation, and the city averages roughly 300 days of sunshine per year — relevant if you're weighing an unshaded south-facing lot or evaluating a home's solar potential. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.
May 2026 · Orem market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Orem right now.
Median sale
$544,000
45 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
15 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
99.1%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
214
active + pending
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Common questions
About new construction homes in Orem.
Is there much true new construction available in Orem? ▾
Inventory is limited compared to Utah County cities like Vineyard, Saratoga Springs, or Eagle Mountain. Orem is roughly 95% built out, so most new homes are infill projects, scrape-and-rebuilds on older lots, or small townhome and condo developments. Expect a handful of active listings at any given time rather than hundreds.
What does new construction cost in Orem right now? ▾
Townhomes and condos in newer projects generally run from the high $400s into the mid $600s. Detached single-family new builds typically start around $700K and climb past $1.2M on east bench lots with Wasatch views. Custom rebuilds in established neighborhoods can go higher depending on lot and finish level.
Which school district covers new construction in Orem? ▾
All of Orem falls within Alpine School District. The three main high school boundaries are Orem High, Mountain View, and Timpanogos, with feeder junior highs and elementaries depending on the specific neighborhood. Boundary maps shift occasionally, so verify directly with the district before writing an offer.
Are there any large new construction subdivisions in Orem? ▾
Not really — that era ended in Orem decades ago. The closest equivalents are smaller townhome communities near the FrontRunner station and University Place, plus pocket developments along the bench. Buyers wanting a true master-planned new community usually look north to Lindon, Vineyard, or south Lehi.
Can I still buy a lot and build custom in Orem? ▾
Yes, but available lots almost always come from teardowns rather than raw land. Builders and buyers regularly purchase older homes — often 1950s to 1970s ramblers on quarter-acre lots — and rebuild. The east bench above 800 East sees the most of this activity because of view potential and lot size.
How does new construction in Orem compare to nearby Vineyard or Lindon? ▾
Vineyard offers far more new construction volume, modern amenities, and lakefront proximity but with smaller lots and newer-city growing pains. Lindon sits in between with some new infill and a more rural feel. Orem's advantage is established infrastructure, mature trees, and being walking distance to UVU, BYU, hospitals, and University Place shopping.