Cedar Hills Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Utah

Cedar Hills: Nestled in the foothills of Mount Timpanogos, Cedar Hills' real estate and homes personify the best of small-town life. Although the community has more than tripled its population in recent years, Cedar Hills retains its homegrown atmosphere. Named after the many cedar-covered hills in the area, Cedar Hills was originally discovered by American Fur Company trappers. Mormon pioneers settled the area in 1850, making a living through livestock and trapping. Many of Cedar Hills’s downtown businesses are still located in their original Old West-style buildings. The Provo/Orem area - which includes Cedar Hills - has been ranked by Money magazine as one of the top 20 places to live in the nation, and Employment Review magazine has also recognized the area as an excellent place to live and work. In addition, the FBI has reported that Utah County has the second lowest violent crime rate in the nation. Cedar Hills offers accessibility to an abundance of recreation and entertainment opportunities. Bridal Veil Falls is a popular area for hiking and biking. The Thanksgiving Point resort features an 18-hole golf course designed by Johnny Miller, as well as the largest dinosaur museum in the world. Cedar Hills’s central location is also a significant advantage. Salt Lake City, Sundance Ski Resort, fifteen national parks and excellent universities, such as the University of Utah and Brigham Young University, are all within an easy drive of Cedar Hills. A multitude of attractions, a quaint, old-fashioned atmosphere and a high quality of life make Cedar Hills an ideal destination for new residents.