Frequently Asked Questions
Is Orchard South a good place to live?
Orchard South is a good place to live. Orchard South is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Orchard South has 4 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.4 people per acre and a median age of 31. The average household income is $127,369 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 39.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Orchard South are home owners, with 17.6% of residents renting and 82.4% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Orchard South can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Orchard South neighborhood guide.
Is Orchard South, UT a safe neighborhood?
Orchard South, UT is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Orchard South?
The median home price in Orchard South is $560,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $112,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.31%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,780 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $119K a year to afford the median home price in Orchard South. The average household income in Orchard South is $127K.
What are the best public schools in Orchard South?
The best public schools that serve Orchard South are:
- Timpview High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 24:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Cascade Elementary School has an A- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 26:1.
- Foothill Elementary School has an A- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 25:1.
What are the best private schools in Orchard South?
The best private schools that serve Orchard South are:
- Ivy Hall Academy has a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Provo Canyon School - Provo Campus has a student teacher ratio of 2:1 and an average review score of 1.0.
- Cascade Mountain High School has a student teacher ratio of 2:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Orchard South, Orem, UT?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Orchard South, Orem, UT?
The most popular neighborhoods near Orchard South, Orem, UT are Old Orchard, Cascade, Rock Canyon, Riverside and Sharon.
Are home prices dropping in Orchard South?
Yes, home prices in Orchard South are down 1% in the last 12 months.
