Historic foothills community known for its arts scene
Nicknamed “Art City,” Springville highlights its artistic focus through bronze statues along its streets, an annual week-long celebration of the arts and the Springville Museum of Art, the oldest such facility in the state. “Springville loves celebrating art,” says Scott Walters of Best USA Realty. “You’ll find that a lot of cities in Utah really get into performing arts, but Springville is one of the only cities that has an art museum and a big, week-long festival dedicated to art.” Springville is about eight miles south of Provo and approximately 45 miles south of Salt Lake City. In addition to strong ties to creativity, Springville’s residents also enjoy ready access to the Wasatch Range for hiking, fishing, and other outdoor pursuits.
An aerial view of the Springville neighborhood looking north towards the Wasatch Mountains.
Springville is known as the "Art City," with bronze statues along the streets.
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Newer construction out west, classic homes at the center of town
The median home price in Springville sits around $480,000, which is on par with neighboring Provo. On the city’s west side, neighborhoods such as Brookside Estates primarily showcase ranch-style properties with three to four bedrooms, often featuring front and backyards that accommodate family play or small gardens. On the eastern foothills near areas like Camelback Ridge, higher-priced homes reach into the luxury bracket, where owners enjoy evergreens and clear mountain panoramas. "It's a really nice mix of styles, but I particularly like that you can still find really historic builds in town," says Sharee Killpack, owner and broker at Territory Land Real Estate. "You have a lot of new construction out on the old farmground out west, but lots of century-old homes near the center of town."
Well-maintained rambler homes are located in Springville.
Ranch-style homes are standard in the Springville neighborhoods.
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Nebo School District
Springville’s public schools operate under the Nebo School District, serving roughly 35,000 students across multiple communities. The district earns a B from Niche. Families seeking private education can find options in nearby Provo or Spanish Fork. Brigham Young University is also in Provo.
Art City Elementary School is located in the Springville Utah.
Students are challenged to excel at Springville Junior High School.
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Explore Hobble Creek Canyon
Spring Acres Arts Park, opposite Springville High, has an amphitheater that hosts concerts and nighttime “Movies in the Park.” It also has a playground, sports fields, and tennis courts. Farther up Hobble Creek Canyon, Wayne Bartholomew Family Park draws visitors across southern Utah to swim, fish, or paddle in a scenic pond. Nonresidents pay a small fee due to the park’s popularity. Continuing past the park, Hobble Creek Golf Course sits amid mountainous terrain, where deer sometimes wander across the fairways. Jolley’s Ranch Park offers campsites, running or mountain biking trails, and a disc golf course known for its challenging layout. “It’s primarily known for how artsy it is,” says Walters. “But it’s still that part of Utah where you’ll find just about any outdoor activity you want.”
Spring Creek Park, located near the Springville, offers plenty of walking trails.
The Wayne Bartholomew Family Park is located in Springville.
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Springville has a lot, and Spanish Fork or Provo have even more
The primary commercial corridor runs along 400 South. For more specialized products shoppers often drive north to Provo or south to Spanish Fork. "Springville is growing, but Spanish Fork is growing even more," says Killpack. "That's the place to go for retail and bigger shopping trips." Magleby’s stands out for local fare, having served farm-to-table cuisine for over four decades. “You don’t have to go far to find a homemade meal,” Walters says. "Magleby's is absolutely beloved, for good reason."
You can stroll down Springville's main street and find local businesses.
While in Springville, enjoy classic American cuisine at Magleby's Restaurant.
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City-wide celebrations
The first week of June marks Art City Days, featuring a carnival, a makers’ market, rodeo events, and citywide celebrations. “It’s really done a good job of keeping that hometown feel,” Walters observes, citing Springville’s emphasis on art-driven experiences. The Springville Museum of Art hosts the Children’s Arts Festival, teaching young visitors about different techniques before letting them create their own works. Hot-air balloon launches also fill the festival schedule, where families gather in the early morning as pilots toss candy or small gifts from the sky.
Take I-15 to the Silicon Slopes
Some Springville residents commute to Provo’s emerging tech sector, part of Utah’s “Silicon Slopes.” Others work in local retail, service industries, or small-scale manufacturing near Interstate 15. The city’s location along I-15 ensures direct access to Provo and Salt Lake City, although U.S. Route 89 provides additional routes through Utah Valley. Commuter bus services from the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) reach surrounding areas. Provo Municipal Airport, about 10 miles away, offers regional flights, while Salt Lake City International Airport lies around 50 miles north.
Crime
According to data provided by the FBI, violent and property crime rates in Springville are significantly lower than both state and national averages. Recent numbers show this trend continuing.
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