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3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Homes for Sale in Provo, Utah
Three-bedroom, two-bath homes are the workhorse of the Provo market — the layout most first-time buyers, BYU faculty households, and downsizing couples actually want. You'll see this floor plan across nearly every Provo neighborhood: 1950s brick ramblers in the Tree Streets and Joaquin near campus, mid-century homes around Edgemont and Indian Hills, newer builds out toward Slate Canyon and the east bench, and townhome-style product near the FrontRunner station. Pricing varies more than buyers expect — a tidy 3/2 rambler near Provo High runs in a very different range than a remodeled bungalow walkable to Center Street or a newer build with a two-car garage near the mouth of Provo Canyon.
Two factors shape this segment more than anything else: proximity to BYU and whether the basement is finished. A finished basement often adds a non-conforming bedroom or family room without changing the official 3/2 count, so square footage and layout matter as much as the bed/bath number on the listing. Rental demand from BYU and UVU students also props up values near campus, which is why investors compete with owner-occupants for the smaller homes in the 84601 and 84604 zip codes. Commute-wise, you're roughly 45 minutes to the south end of the Salt Lake Valley and about an hour to SLC airport in normal traffic. Browse the active 3-bed, 2-bath listings below to see what's on the market in Provo right now.
May 2026 · Provo market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Provo right now.
Median sale
$445,000
61 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
20 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
98.5%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
247
active + pending
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Common questions
About 3 bed 2 bath homes in Provo.
What's the typical price range for a 3 bed 2 bath home in Provo? ▾
Most 3/2 homes in Provo trade in a wide band depending on age, location, and basement finish. Older homes near BYU and in the Tree Streets often sit in the mid-$400s to high-$500s, while updated homes on the east bench or newer construction near Slate Canyon can push into the $600s and beyond. Condition and lot size move prices more than square footage in this segment.
Are most 3 bed 2 bath Provo homes single-level or two-story? ▾
It's a mix. A lot of Provo's 3/2 inventory is mid-century ramblers with a main-floor layout plus a basement — so the bedrooms and one bath are typically on the main level and the second bath is in a finished basement. Newer construction on the east side and in south Provo leans more toward two-story plans with bedrooms upstairs.
Which Provo neighborhoods have the most 3/2 inventory? ▾
Joaquin, the Tree Streets, Franklin, Dixon, and the Maeser area near downtown have heavy concentrations of older 3/2 homes. Edgemont, Indian Hills, and Oak Hills on the east bench skew larger but still have plenty in this size. South Provo around Lakeview and the Provo Towne Centre area offers newer 3/2 builds at generally lower price points.
Do 3 bed 2 bath homes near BYU make good rentals? ▾
Yes, but Provo enforces strict single-family zoning rules and occupancy limits in many neighborhoods near campus. Some areas allow approved rentals while others restrict to single-family use only. Always verify the zoning and any required rental license with Provo City before buying with rental intent — the rules differ block by block.
How competitive is the 3/2 segment in Provo right now? ▾
This size and configuration moves faster than larger luxury homes because it hits the affordability sweet spot for the local market. Well-priced, updated homes under $550K in established neighborhoods often see multiple offers within the first week. Fixer-uppers near campus also draw investor interest, which keeps competition steady.
Are basements counted in the bedroom and bathroom totals? ▾
Usually yes, if the basement bedroom has a legal egress window and the bathroom is permitted. A 3/2 listing in Provo frequently means two bedrooms and one bath upstairs with a third bedroom and second bath in the basement. Check the listing detail or ask your agent to confirm which rooms are above grade — it matters for appraisal and resale.