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New Construction Homes for Sale in Payson, Utah
Payson sits at the south end of Utah County where Spanish Fork, Salem, and Santa Clara Ranch have been trading farmland for new subdivisions over the past several years. Builders like Ivory Homes, Destination Homes, and smaller local outfits have been active in neighborhoods off Arrowhead Trail and near the Payson Canyon foothills, putting up two-story stucco-and-board homes in the $450,000 to $650,000 range alongside a growing number of half-acre lots with mountain views toward the Wasatch and Loafer Mountain. New construction here still comes with room to breathe compared to Provo or Lehi — many lots run a quarter acre or more, which matters to buyers who want a shop, RV parking, or garden space that older Payson lots rarely offer.
Buyers choosing new builds in Payson are usually commuting north on I-15 to Provo, Orem, or even Silicon Slopes in Lehi, and they're trading a longer drive for a lower price point and a brand-new home under warranty. New construction also means current energy codes, modern HVAC, and none of the deferred maintenance that comes with Payson's older housing stock near Main Street and the historic city center. Because Payson's inventory of new homes shifts month to month as builders release phases, it's worth checking specifics on lot size, HOA terms, and completion timelines for each listing rather than assuming they all match. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently under construction or ready to close.
August 2026 · Payson market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Payson right now.
Median sale
$622,000
20 closed in August 2026
Median DOM
71 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
97.9%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
114
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About new construction homes in Payson.
Which builders are most active in Payson right now? ▾
Ivory Homes, Fieldstone Homes, Edge Homes, Visionary Homes, and Lennar have all had recent or ongoing phases in Payson. Smaller local builders also pick up custom lots on the east bench. Inventory shifts month to month, so the MLS list below is the most current picture.
What do new construction homes in Payson typically cost? ▾
Most new builds run from the high $400s to the low $700s for production floor plans between 2,200 and 3,800 finished square feet. Custom homes on larger view lots near the foothills can reach $900K or more. Payson generally prices 10–15% below new construction in Saratoga Springs or Lehi.
Are builder incentives common here? ▾
Yes. With higher mortgage rates, most Payson builders are offering some combination of rate buydowns (often 2-1 or permanent), closing-cost credits, or upgrade packages on spec homes. Incentives are usually larger on standing inventory than on to-be-built contracts.
What school district serves new Payson neighborhoods? ▾
All of Payson falls under Nebo School District. The newer subdivisions on the south and east sides generally feed into Barnett or Park View Elementary, Payson Junior High, and Payson High School. Boundaries do shift as new schools open, so confirm with the district before writing an offer.
How long is the commute from Payson to Provo, Lehi, or Silicon Slopes? ▾
Provo runs about 20–25 minutes up I-15 outside of rush hour. Lehi and the Silicon Slopes tech corridor are roughly 35–45 minutes depending on traffic and time of day. The FrontRunner station in Provo is the closest commuter rail option for trips into Salt Lake.
Can I buy a lot and choose my own builder in Payson? ▾
In most production subdivisions the lots are tied to a specific builder, but there are still independent lots available on the east bench and in smaller infill developments where you can bring your own builder or go custom. An agent can pull current lot-only listings alongside the new construction homes below.