Bordered by three of Orem’s main roads, Suncrest is an option for homebuyers who want easy access to the rest of the city; but this area is much more than a convenient location. “Suncrest is a quiet family-oriented neighborhood, but it also has a lot things you can’t find anywhere else in Orem,” says Emerie Brooks, Listing Manager at Summit Realty Inc.
Like most Orem neighborhoods, many houses in Suncrest date back to the 1900s; however, prices here fall within a lower range. You’ll likely need to invest in renovations, but you can also design the home you want without having to build from the ground up. Some houses have already received significant updates like new roofs, carpet, granite countertops and backsplash. Four bedrooms and three bathrooms cover between 1,800 and 2,500 square feet and come with a price tag ranging from $420,000 to $690,000. Homes between $700,000 and $960,000 are either custom builds or well-maintained homes that have undergone extensive indoor and outdoor remodeling. Acreage is common among these rare finds, and up to seven bedrooms and five bathrooms are spread across 2,800 to 4,300 square feet.
Parkside Elementary is part of the community. With little through-traffic, parents feel comfortable with their kids walking to school along subdivision sidewalks. The school is unrated by Niche. Orem Junior High is one mile north and receives a C-plus. Mountain View High is a quarter mile south and receives a B-minus. Plan extra time in your morning commute; both schools are located along two of Orem’s main roads.
Kids in Suncrest enjoy direct access to exclusive amenities. Geneva Park is where you’ll find Utah County’s only two Real Salt Lake futsal courts. The red and blue courts are inspired by the state’s MLS team and give an extra boost of energy to athletes playing this fast-paced variation of soccer. Differently sized slides and swings make room for big kids and toddlers, and covered picnic tables and barbeque pits are perfect for sunny days with no plans. Drop down the half pipe or grind on rails at the Orem Skate Park. Teens into extreme sports can challenge themselves to take on additional concrete obstacles like stairs and ramps.
Orem Community Hospital promotes wellness in more ways than one. Youth soccer fields, adult frisbee leagues, a paved waking path and massive community garden are all part of the hospital’s 30-acre campus. Neighbors from across Orem and Vineyard grow fresh produce on nearly 50 raised beds, and pediatric occupational therapists teach kids how to work in the garden. Orem Community is also a popular choice for expecting mothers; the hospital regularly ranks in the top one percentile nationwide for labor and delivery services.
Stay active at Planet Fitness Gym or load your kids in the car and head down to the Orem Family Fitness Center. In addition to the gym, amenities like a bouldering wall, indoor playground, teen lounge and pool earn this facility a reputation as Utah’s largest fitness center. Immerse yourself in the arts at the Hale Center Theater. Main and Youth Stage productions like The Music Man and James and the Giant Peach are part of the 2023 season. A new theater is being built up the road in Pleasant Grove, but productions and various classes are still being held in Orem while construction continues.
Interstate-15 and State Street give direct access to a variety of shopping centers and grocery stores. Hop on I-15 and arrive at Wal-Mart Supercenter in less than two and a half miles; continue along University Parkway and find big box retailers like Hobby Lobby, Lowe’s and T.J. Maxx. Follow State Street South for an alternate route; Smith’s Grocery, the Orem Public Library and Target are all at your fingertips. Continue South and hit Costco, Trader Joe’s and University Place; more than 150 stores and dozens of restaurants are waiting for you at Orem’s shopping mall.
Most restaurants line State Street, but drive to the west side of Suncrest and find local favorite 5 Star BBQ. The restaurant aims to recreate “smoky goodness that takes you back to happy backyard gatherings.” Daily specials put a twist on 5 Star BBQ’s traditional menu. Pop in on a Wednesday and try the brisket tacos: three tortillas topped with pickled red onions, Cotija cheese, cilantro and chipotle cream sauce.
Dan Talbert
Real Estate Essentials
(385) 217-0630
67 Total Sales
1 in Suncrest
$435,000 Price
R. Mark Rogers
Marval Realty Group
(385) 213-6945
33 Total Sales
1 in Suncrest
$475,000 Price
Aki Derzon
Innova Realty Inc
(385) 270-8315
124 Total Sales
1 in Suncrest
$465,000 Price
Christine Alleman
Alliance Real Estate, PLLC
(385) 497-6051
42 Total Sales
2 in Suncrest
$296K - $460K Price Range
Joel Carson
Utah Real Estate PC
(385) 217-2526
677 Total Sales
1 in Suncrest
$245,000 Price
Denise Martin
Realtypath LLC (Home and Family)
(385) 666-6614
72 Total Sales
1 in Suncrest
$284,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Suncrest | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
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