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Gated Community Homes for Sale in Provo, Utah
Gated communities in Provo are less common than in St. George or Draper, but they do exist — typically tucked into the east bench above campus, near the mouth of Provo Canyon, or in newer pockets on the south end near the Spanish Fork line. Buyers drawn to gated living here are usually after one of three things: privacy from the heavy BYU traffic and student rental density, a lock-and-leave setup for second-home owners who ski Sundance in winter and travel in summer, or controlled access on larger custom-home lots where the HOA also handles snow removal and landscaping. Expect prices to run well above the Provo median — most gated properties land in the $900K to $2M+ range depending on lot size and proximity to the foothills.
The lifestyle trade-off is worth thinking through. Gated neighborhoods in Provo tend to be quieter and better maintained, but HOA dues are higher (often $200–$500/month) and architectural review boards limit what you can change on the exterior. On the upside, you're still minutes from University Avenue, the Riverwoods shops, Provo Canyon trailheads, and roughly 45 minutes to Salt Lake International. Inventory turns over slowly — sometimes only a handful of gated listings hit the market in a given quarter — so it pays to set up alerts and move quickly when something fits. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently available in Provo's gated neighborhoods.
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 gated community homes in Provo.
How many gated communities are there in Provo? ▾
Provo has a small handful of true gated neighborhoods, mostly on the east bench and near Provo Canyon. The count is in the single digits compared to dozens in places like Draper or St. George, so active listings inside the gates are limited at any given time.
What do HOA dues typically run in Provo's gated neighborhoods? ▾
Most gated HOAs in Provo charge between $200 and $500 per month, depending on what's included. Higher dues usually cover front-yard landscaping, snow removal on private roads, gate maintenance, and sometimes a community pool or clubhouse.
Are gated homes in Provo a good fit for BYU faculty or second-home owners? ▾
Yes — both groups make up a meaningful share of buyers. Faculty like the privacy from student rental areas, and second-home owners who split time between Provo and Sundance or out-of-state appreciate the controlled access and exterior maintenance handled by the HOA.
What price range should I expect for a gated home in Provo? ▾
Most gated listings fall between roughly $900,000 and $2 million, with custom homes on larger foothill lots pushing higher. Entry-level options inside gates are rare; this segment skews toward move-up and luxury buyers.
Can I rent out a home in a Provo gated community? ▾
It depends on the specific HOA. Some allow long-term rentals with restrictions on lease length and tenant approval, while others prohibit rentals entirely or cap them at a small percentage of the community. Always pull the CC&Rs before writing an offer if rental income matters to you.
How close are these neighborhoods to Provo Canyon and skiing? ▾
The east-bench gated areas sit 5–10 minutes from the mouth of Provo Canyon, putting Sundance about 20 minutes away and Deer Valley/Park City roughly an hour. That access is a big part of why second-home buyers target this segment.