In the heart of Utah's Cache Valley, Providence is a small city serving as a gateway to urban or wilderness settings. "What we like about it is it's very safe and very convenient to get into town. Anything we need is really close. The mountains are really close," says Johnnie Rosser, a Realtor at Equity Real Estate and Providence resident. "I have a son with Down's Syndrome, and I let him ride his bike down to the dollar store and come home, and I don't worry about him at all. It's a very safe place." Providence sits at the base of the Bear River Mountains, just south of the larger city of Logan, making it a convenient location for residents who commute to Logan for work but want to spend their free time exploring Utah's great outdoors. The city has experienced significant growth, adding over 1,000 residents since 2020 and bringing the total population to just over 8,000. Still, the suburban setting and quiet community are a welcome find for buyers looking to be near the city.
Providence offers a sparse urban feel with connection to nature.
Enjoy mountain views from spacious, new homes in Providence.
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Outdoor fun in the mountains near Providence
Providence offers easy access to Utah's outdoor recreation in the Bear River Mountains. "Providence Canyon is probably the most popular place to go. There's the Shoreline Trail, and with ATVs and snowmobiles, you can get all the way up into the mountains. There's lots of good hikes, waterfalls and mountain biking," says Rosser. The canyon is accessible from Providence Canyon Road, just east of the city. There are also several parks in the community, including Von Baer Park. This green space has a stream flowing through the middle and is popular for disc golf and picnics. Zollinger Park is the city's central park, with several sports fields, tennis courts and playgrounds.
Trees line a path at Providence Canyon Trailhead in Providence.
Providence residents enjoy serene nature at Canyon Entrance Park.
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Celebrating the city's German heritage
Zollinger Park is also where Providence hosts city events, like Sauerkraut Days. "Providence was settled by Germans, and we have a sauerkraut festival in the fall. There are different activities during the week and a parade," says Rosser. "During the week, they hide a can of sauerkraut and give clues to where it is, and whoever finds it wins a prize." The festival takes place in August and includes food and craft vendors, kids activities and a drone show. Other annual events include a Christmas tree lighting and a holiday light contest for homes throughout the city.
Zollinger Park’s large pavilion overlooks the playground.
Enjoy views of nature from a covered pavilion at Von Baer Park in Providence.
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Spacious suburban lots for Providence homes
Homes in Providence range from midcentury ranch-style houses to 21st-century new traditional homes. Most of the city is single-family housing, although there are a few condo buildings and some townhouses. The suburban layout offers spacious lots for landscaping, recreation or sheds. New subdivisions are being built on the northern and southern edges of the city, butting up against the mountains. The median home price in Providence is around $470,000, higher than nearby cities like Logan and Hyrum. That number is up by 7% over the past year, and homes sell in an average of 63 days, slower than the national average of 45 days.
Craftsman style homes are a popular style in Providence.
Enjoy mountain views from new, spacious homes in Providence.
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Heading to Logan for shopping and dining
Providence is a primarily residential city, but there are some shopping and dining options. Multiple fast-food restaurants are located in the city's northwest corner along Main Street South. This area also has a Macey's grocery store and a Megaplex movie theater. Walmart is just across the city line in Logan. Heading north on Main Street leads into downtown Logan, home to many local restaurants. Logan also has several big-box stores, including Costco, Sam's Club, Home Depot and more.
Take in the charm of Providence while enjoying a slice of pizza at Center Street Pizza.
Rio Brazilian Steakhouse serves up authentic Brazilian barbecue in Providence.
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Highly rated Cache County schools
The Cache County School District gets an A from Niche and serves approximately 20,200 students. Niche ranks it as the fifth-best out of 48 school districts across Utah. It boasts a 95.2% graduation rate and offers several career and technical education options, including agriculture, computer science, engineering and health science. Students can also take dual language immersion courses in Chinese, French and Portuguese. Utah State University is just 4.5 miles north of the city. The college has a total enrollment of around 29,000 and offers hundreds of degree programs.
Green Canyon High School’s common space was designed to use natural light.
Students enjoy Utah State’s beautiful campus near Providence.
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Commuting around northern Utah
U.S. Route 89 is the main north-south highway near Providence. Residents commuting to Logan have an easy drive, about 3 miles north. Rosser says he can make it from his house to his office in about eight minutes. Highway 89 also heads south and connects with Interstate 15, offering an 82-mile drive to Salt Lake City. The Connect bus system passes through the city's northwest corner, taking riders south to Nibley or north to Logan. Intermountain Health Logan Regional Hospital is about 5 miles north.
Environmental and crime risks in Cache County
Providence has average highs of 33 degrees in January and 89 degrees in July. The area gets an average annual precipitation of about 18.5 inches, lower than the national average. Because of the dry conditions, Providence is at risk of wildfires. The Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands has resources on how to prepare and respond to wildfires. The Cache Valley also experiences poor air quality in the winter, when warm air rises above the valley and traps cold air and pollutants below. However, officials from the Utah Department of Environmental Quality say mitigation measures are working to improve air quality.
The Cache County Sheriff’s Department provides law enforcement for Providence. According to FBI data, violent crime in the county has recently decreased by 3%, while property crime has decreased by 20%. Both rates are significantly lower than the national average.
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