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Single Story Homes for Sale in Orem, Utah
Orem's housing stock skews toward two-story construction, especially in the newer subdivisions east toward the Alpine bench and up against the foothills near Sundance. That makes true single story homes a smaller slice of the market — mostly concentrated in older, established neighborhoods like Orem Center, Sharon Park, and pockets near Orem Elementary and Cascade School District boundaries, where rambler-style homes built in the 1960s through 1980s still dominate. Some newer single-level builds have shown up in 55+ communities and smaller infill developments, but if you want single story living in Orem, you're often looking at homes with more character and a bit more renovation potential rather than brand-new construction.
Demand for one-level homes here comes from a mix of retirees moving down from Provo Canyon and Alpine, young families who want to avoid stairs with toddlers, and buyers with mobility needs who still want to stay close to Utah Valley Hospital and the UVU campus. Because inventory is limited relative to demand, well-priced ramblers in good condition tend to move faster than the two-story homes nearby, particularly in the $450,000–$600,000 range. Lot sizes on these older single story properties also run larger than what's typical in newer Orem subdivisions, which appeals to buyers wanting yard space for gardens or RV parking. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.
July 2026 · Orem market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Orem right now.
Median sale
$502,000
43 closed in July 2026
Median DOM
20 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
98.5%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
217
active + pending
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Common questions
About single story homes in Orem.
Are true single story homes common in Orem, or do most have basements? ▾
Most ramblers in Orem were built with full or daylight basements because of the sloping benches and the value that finished basement square footage adds. A home is still considered single story when all the main living areas — bedrooms, kitchen, laundry — are on the entry level, even if there's a basement below. Pure slab-on-grade one-levels exist but are less common, mostly in patio-home developments and newer 55+ communities.
Which Orem neighborhoods have the best selection of one-level homes? ▾
The older grid neighborhoods west of 800 East and north of Center Street have the densest concentration of 1960s–80s ramblers. The Sharon Park area, the streets around Orem Cemetery, and pockets near Hillcrest Elementary consistently produce single-story listings. For newer builds, look at the Suncrest area and a few patio-home pockets near the Orem-Lindon border.
What's the typical lot size for a rambler in Orem? ▾
Older Orem ramblers commonly sit on 0.20 to 0.33 acre lots, which is generous compared to newer subdivisions in Saratoga Springs or Lehi. A few east-bench properties run larger with horse-property zoning holdovers, but those are rare. Newer single-level patio homes typically sit on 0.10 to 0.15 acre lots with HOA-maintained yards.
How does pricing compare to two-story homes of similar square footage? ▾
Single story homes in Orem generally carry a 5–10% premium over comparable two-story homes because the foundation and roof footprints are larger per finished square foot. The premium is most noticeable in the under-2,500 sqft range where ranch-style ramblers compete directly with two-story starter homes. Above 3,500 sqft above grade, true one-levels become scarce and command stronger premiums.
Are there 55+ or age-restricted single level communities in Orem? ▾
Orem has limited dedicated 55+ inventory compared to St. George or even neighboring Lindon, but a few small patio-home developments cater to downsizers without formal age restrictions. Buyers wanting an active-adult community often expand the search to Lindon's Liberty Park area or Spanish Fork. Single-level living in Orem more often means buying a standard rambler in an all-ages neighborhood.
What should I check on an older Orem rambler before writing an offer? ▾
Have the inspector pay attention to the original cast iron or galvanized plumbing, the electrical panel (federal Pacific and Zinsco panels still show up), and the furnace age — many homes still run 80% efficiency units from the 90s. Also confirm the roof age, since Orem's hailstorms have prompted a lot of insurance-funded replacements in the last decade, and ask about secondary irrigation water, which is common on the older streets.