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Homes with Acreage for Sale in Genola, Utah
Genola sits on the west side of Utah Lake in southern Utah County, tucked between Goshen, Santaquin, and Elberta. It's one of the last pockets along the Wasatch Front where lot sizes are measured in acres instead of square feet — most parcels here run from one to ten acres, with some working farms stretching well beyond that. The town has fewer than a thousand residents, no stoplights, and a zoning code that still protects agricultural use, so neighbors run cattle, hay fields, horse arenas, and the occasional alfalfa operation right up against residential lots. Elevation is around 4,700 feet, which means real winters with snow and hot, dry summers in the 90s — workable for pasture if you have irrigation rights.
Water is the conversation that matters most out here. Acreage in Genola is far more useful with shares of Strawberry Highline or a working well, and buyers should ask early about secondary water and water rights tied to the deed. Commute-wise, Santaquin and Payson are about ten minutes away for groceries and gas, Spanish Fork is twenty, and Provo runs roughly thirty-five minutes up I-15. Nebo School District serves the area, with kids typically bused into Santaquin. Prices vary widely based on acreage, water, outbuildings, and whether the home is a modern build or an older farmhouse. Browse the active acreage listings below to see what's currently on the market in Genola.
October 2025 · Genola market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Genola right now.
Median sale
$1,180,700
2 closed in October 2025
Median DOM
81 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
97.7%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
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active + pending
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Common questions
About homes with acreage in Genola.
How much land typically comes with an acreage property in Genola? ▾
Most acreage listings in Genola fall between 1 and 10 acres, though larger working parcels of 20 to 80+ acres do come up. Lot configuration matters — some are flat, irrigated pasture, while others include dry hillside that's harder to put to use. Always check the plat and irrigation map before assuming the whole parcel is productive.
Do Genola properties come with water rights or secondary water? ▾
It varies parcel by parcel. Many properties have shares in Strawberry Highline Canal or pressurized secondary irrigation, and some rely on private wells with state-approved water rights. Confirm the exact share count, well permit, and any associated assessments in writing during due diligence — water is often worth more than the dirt it irrigates.
Can I keep horses, cattle, or other livestock on Genola acreage? ▾
Yes, Genola's zoning is agricultural-friendly and most parcels allow horses, cattle, sheep, goats, and poultry. Setbacks for barns, loafing sheds, and manure storage apply, and Utah County has standards on animal units per acre. Existing outbuildings, corrals, and arenas add real value if they're permitted and in good shape.
What's the commute from Genola to Provo or Salt Lake City? ▾
Provo and the Orem tech corridor run about 30 to 40 minutes via I-15 through Santaquin and Spanish Fork. Salt Lake City is roughly 70 to 80 minutes depending on traffic. Lehi's Silicon Slopes is around 50 minutes off-peak, which is part of why some remote and hybrid workers are willing to trade the drive for the land.
Which school district serves Genola? ▾
Genola is in Nebo School District. Students are generally bused to schools in Santaquin and Payson, including Santaquin Elementary, Apple Valley, Payson Junior High, and Payson High. Charter options like Mountainville Academy and Walden School are within driving range for families who want alternatives.
What should I budget for an acreage home in Genola? ▾
Pricing swings widely based on acreage, water rights, home age, and outbuildings. Smaller 1-to-2-acre homesites with a modest house tend to land in the mid range, while updated homes on 5+ irrigated acres with shops or barns push significantly higher. Bare-land acreage and fixer farmhouses on larger parcels round out the lower end.