Small-town, walkable to town park
Town Lots
Homes on 1/3-acre-plus lots near Main Street and the town park.
Utah County Community Guide
Living in Goshen, Utah
A small farming town at the south end of Utah County near Goshen Bay of Utah Lake, with roomy lots, hobby farms and horse properties.
Community Snapshot
Goshen at a Glance
Population
980+ Residents
County
Utah County
Schools
Nebo School District
Silicon Slopes (Lehi)
About 45–50 min
Downtown Salt Lake City
About 75 min
Lifestyle
A quiet farm town on the south end of Utah County, about 15 minutes from Santaquin and Payson.
Why You'll Love It
- Small Town
- Acreage
- Rural Living
The Feel of the Place
Why People Love Living in Goshen
Goshen was settled in 1857, incorporated in 1910, and still has fewer than 1,000 residents. Zoning ranges from 1/3-acre town lots to 2.5- and 5-acre parcels meant for horses and hobby farms. Homes are mostly single-family, and many are on septic.
Goshen Days and the Goshen Valley Riding Club Rodeo in July, the week before Pioneer Day, are the big town events. Goshen Bay, on Utah Lake's south end, is now home to the new Goshen Bay Waterfowl Management Area, created by the Legislature in 2026 for hunting, fishing and wildlife viewing. Santaquin and Payson cover shopping and the I-15 on-ramp. Joshua Sterling, REALTOR® with RE/MAX Associates, has helped a buyer find a home in Goshen.
Honest Guidance
Is Goshen right for you?
Perfect if you
- Want room for animals or a hobby farm
- Want a quiet small-town lifestyle
- Want more land for the money
You may prefer another community if...
- Want shops and restaurants nearby
- Want an HOA-maintained home
- Need a short commute to Salt Lake City
Featured Neighborhoods
The neighborhoods of Goshen.
Goshen doesn't have many named subdivisions. Here are the main types of property you'll find.
Acreage, horse property
Acreage & Horse Properties
Parcels of 2.5 acres and up zoned for horses and hobby farms.
Five acres and up, open views
Hobby Farms & Larger Parcels
Five-acre-plus parcels with room for barns, pasture and gardens.
Schools
Schools Serving Goshen
These are the public schools that serve Goshen. We don't rank schools because every child, family, and educational path is unique.
Elementary
Goshen Elementary is right in town.
- Goshen Elementary
Junior High
Middle and junior high schools in Payson.
- Mt. Nebo Middle SchoolLocated in Payson
- Payson Junior HighLocated in Payson
High School
High school students attend Payson High.
- Payson High SchoolLocated in Payson
School boundaries, enrollment, and programs may change over time. Goshen is part of Nebo School District. Goshen Elementary is in town; older students attend schools in Payson. We recommend confirming attendance boundaries and school assignments directly with the district before purchasing a home.
Parks & Recreation
Outdoor Living
Trails, water, sport, and open space — a lot of what makes this community loved happens outdoors.
Goshen Bay (Utah Lake)
Southern arm of Utah Lake, with a new waterfowl management area.
Lincoln Beach
Utah Lake shoreline camping, fishing and boating.
Mount Nebo Loop
Scenic mountain byway from Payson.
Main Street Park & Goshen Ballfields
Town park and ballfields.
Local Favorites
Where locals go.
A short, honest list — not a directory. The places that come up when neighbors give recommendations.
Restaurants
Wild Thistle Cafe
Breakfast and lunch, in Santaquin
Santa Queen Drive Inn
Burgers and shakes, in Santaquin
Local Spots
Goshen Days
July town celebration
Goshen Valley Riding Club Rodeo
Summer town rodeo
Rowley's Red Barn
Fruit farm market, in Santaquin
Goshen has no commercial center; residents shop and dine in Santaquin and Payson.
Available Now
Current homes in Goshen.
Live listings for this community — refreshed daily from the MLS.
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Explore the Community
Goshen at a glance.
See how neighborhoods, parks, schools, and everyday destinations connect across the city.
Nearby
Explore nearby communities.
Similar in spirit, different in feel. A few communities worth considering alongside this one.
Genola
A small farming town with alfalfa fields, acreage and horse properties.
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Santaquin
A young, family-friendly orchard town at the foot of the mountains.
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Payson
A historic small town at the gateway to the Nebo Loop.
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Elk Ridge
A quiet hillside community with mountain views above the south valley.
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Let's Talk
Thinking about buying or selling in Goshen?
Whether you're just starting to explore or ready to make a move, Josh is happy to answer questions, share local insight, and help you make the right decision for your family.