Utah Valley University

Orem, UT

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Utah Valley University - Orem, UT

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A gorgeous campus with mountain views

UVU Wolverines Public University Beautiful Campus Sports Mass Transit Mountains Lake

Perched on 228 acres with mountain views, the campus of Utah Valley University is stunning. Built in 1941, this growing campus features sleek, modern architecture with plenty of large windows to take advantage of the view. Wedged between Utah Lake and Mount Timpanogos, the beautiful setting may draw students here, but the academic programs -- such as the school's award-winning business program -- keep them.

The UVU Wolverines participate in NCAA Division I as part of the Western Athletic Conference. The basketball team plays at UCCU Center, while the baseball team plays at Brent Brown Ballpark. Other sports include a top-ranking soccer program, track and field, and golf.

You'll find plenty of rental houses and apartments near UVU. If you want fast access to bus service, restaurants, and shops, look along West University Parkway and West 1200 Street. This area contains a variety of restaurants, a shopping plaza, and several bus stops. University Place, a large shopping mall, is located at the corner of East University Parkway and State Street.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Orem, UT is $1,235 for a studio, $1,336 for one bedroom, $1,480 for two bedrooms, and $1,810 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Orem has increased by 2.0% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 659 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,235/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 744 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,336/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 984 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,480/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,268 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,810/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

58

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

34

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

59

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Foothill School

Public

Grades PK-6

582 Students

9
out of 10

Orem School

Public

Grades PK-6

716 Students

8
out of 10

Orchard School

Public

Grades PK-6

710 Students

8
out of 10

Aspen School

Public

Grades PK-6

421 Students

8
out of 10

Cascade School

Public

Grades PK-6

767 Students

7
out of 10

Lakeridge Jr High

Public

Grades 7-9

1,388 Students

5
out of 10

Canyon View Jr High

Public

Grades 7-9

1,112 Students

5
out of 10

Orem Jr High

Public

Grades 7-9

961 Students

3
out of 10

South Region Blind

Public

Grades PK-12

Rating Unavailable

Timpanogos High

Public

Grades 10-12

1,365 Students

6
out of 10

Orem High

Public

Grades 10-12

1,287 Students

4
out of 10

Mountain View High

Public

Grades 10-12

1,508 Students

3
out of 10

East Shore Online

Public

Grades 9-12

Rating Unavailable

South Region Blind

Public

Grades PK-12

Rating Unavailable

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