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3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Homes for Sale in Axtell, Utah
Axtell is a small farming community in Sanpete County, sitting along US-89 just south of Gunnison at about 5,200 feet elevation. The 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom configuration is the workhorse floor plan out here — big enough for a family or a couple with guests, small enough to keep heating bills reasonable through Sanpete's cold winters (January lows routinely drop into the single digits). Most 3/2 homes in Axtell sit on larger parcels than what you'd see along the Wasatch Front, and it's common to find them paired with a detached shop, a few irrigated acres, or room for horses and 4-H animals. Construction ranges from older farmhouses that have been updated to newer manufactured and stick-built homes on rural lots.
Buyers drawn to Axtell are usually after space, quiet, and a lower cost of entry than Utah County or Washington County offer. Gunnison handles day-to-day shopping and is home to the Central Utah Correctional Facility, one of the largest employers in the valley. Snow College in Ephraim is a short drive north, and the Manti Temple, Palisade State Park, and Yuba Reservoir are all within easy reach for weekends. Cell service and internet have improved meaningfully in recent years, making remote work workable for many households. Inventory is limited — Axtell rarely has more than a few active listings at once — so it pays to watch the market closely. Browse the active 3/2 listings below to see what's currently on the market in and around Axtell.
May 2025 · Axtell market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Axtell right now.
Median sale
$600,000
1 closed in May 2025
Median DOM
28 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
100.2%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
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active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About 3 bed 2 bath homes in Axtell.
How many 3 bed 2 bath homes are typically for sale in Axtell? ▾
Axtell is a small unincorporated community in Sanpete County with a population under 200, so inventory is thin year-round. It's common to see only a handful of active listings at any given time, and 3/2 configurations on acreage make up a large share of what does come up. Checking back weekly or setting an MLS alert is the realistic way to catch new listings.
What price range should I expect for a 3/2 in Axtell? ▾
Pricing varies widely depending on lot size, outbuildings, and water rights. Modest 3/2 homes on a standard lot have historically traded in the mid-$300s to low $400s, while properties with several acres, a shop, or irrigation shares can push well past $500K. Sanpete County values have softened from the 2022 peak but remain above pre-pandemic levels.
Are most 3 bed 2 bath homes in Axtell on acreage? ▾
Yes — Axtell sits along Highway 89 between Gunnison and Sterling, and most parcels are half an acre or larger, with many in the 1-5 acre range. Buyers looking for a true in-town subdivision feel will have better luck in nearby Gunnison or Manti. Horse property and small hobby farms are the norm here.
What's the commute like from Axtell to bigger job centers? ▾
Gunnison is about 5 minutes north and has the closest grocery, schools, and the Central Utah Correctional Facility, a major area employer. Manti and Ephraim (Snow College) are 20-30 minutes north on US-89. Provo is roughly 90 minutes and Salt Lake City around 2 hours, so most Axtell buyers either work locally or are remote/retired.
Which school district serves Axtell? ▾
Axtell is in the South Sanpete School District. Elementary-aged kids typically attend in Gunnison, and Gunnison Valley High School serves the area for grades 9-12. Class sizes are small and the district has a long agricultural and FFA tradition.
Do 3/2 homes in Axtell usually have well water or culinary? ▾
It's a mix. Some properties are on the Axtell or Gunnison culinary systems, while more rural parcels rely on private wells, and irrigation often comes from separate shares tied to local canal companies. Always confirm water source, share count, and connection fees during due diligence — it materially affects both value and what you can do with the land.