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Fixer Upper Homes for Sale in Bluffdale, Utah
Bluffdale sits at the south end of Salt Lake County where the valley starts to open up toward Utah County, and it has held onto more of its rural character than neighbors like Riverton or Herriman. That matters for anyone shopping fixer-uppers here: the older homes that need work tend to sit on larger lots — half-acre, full-acre, sometimes more — out along Redwood Road, Porter Rockwell Boulevard, and the stretches near the Jordan River. The land itself often carries more value than the structure, which changes the renovation math compared to a tract home in a newer subdivision. Buyers are usually weighing a cosmetic refresh against a deeper remodel or even a scrape-and-rebuild on the bigger parcels.
The trade-off in Bluffdale is real. You get quick access to I-15 and the Mountain View Corridor, Jordan School District schools, room for horses or a shop on the ag-zoned lots, and a community that still feels semi-rural despite the growth pressure from Silicon Slopes commuters. What you give up is selection — true project homes don't come up often, and when they do they move fast because builders and investors watch this market closely. Most listings will be 1970s–1990s ramblers and split-entries needing kitchens, baths, mechanicals, or roof work, with the occasional older farmhouse on acreage. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently available, and reach out if you want a contractor walk-through before writing an offer.
June 2026 · Bluffdale market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Bluffdale right now.
Median sale
$476,000
14 closed in June 2026
Median DOM
2 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
98.9%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
79
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About fixer upper homes in Bluffdale.
What counts as a fixer upper in Bluffdale? ▾
Most agents use the term for homes that need more than cosmetic updates — think original 1980s or 1990s kitchens, worn roofs, dated HVAC, unfinished basements, or older horse properties along Redwood Road and 14600 South where outbuildings need work. Pure cosmetic refreshes (paint, carpet, light fixtures) usually sell closer to full retail in this market.
Are fixer uppers common in Bluffdale? ▾
They're less common than in older Salt Lake County cities like Murray or Midvale because much of Bluffdale's housing stock went up after 2000 in subdivisions like Independence, Day Ranch, and Anthem. The fixer inventory tends to be older homes on larger lots — half-acre to multi-acre parcels — often with agricultural or equestrian history.
What price range should I expect for a fixer upper here? ▾
Bluffdale's median sits well above the Salt Lake County average, so even a project home typically lists in the high $500Ks to low $700Ks. Larger lots with development or horse-property potential can run higher because buyers are paying for land, not the structure.
Can I use a renovation loan like a 203(k) or HomeStyle? ▾
Yes, both FHA 203(k) and Fannie Mae HomeStyle loans work in Bluffdale, and they're a practical route when a home won't pass standard appraisal due to roof, mechanical, or safety issues. Talk to a lender experienced with Utah renovation loans before writing an offer — timelines and contractor requirements are stricter than a standard purchase.
Are there permitting issues I should know about? ▾
Bluffdale City handles its own building permits, and projects on properties with septic systems, wells, or agricultural zoning can involve additional review from Salt Lake County Health Department. If you're planning an ADU, detached shop, or horse facility, confirm setbacks and zoning (A-1, R-1-43, etc.) before closing.
Is it worth renovating versus tearing down? ▾
On larger lots near Porter Rockwell Boulevard or the Jordan River corridor, a teardown-rebuild can pencil out because finished new construction in Bluffdale commands strong prices. On standard subdivision lots, renovation almost always wins on cost. An agent who has run both scenarios locally can model the numbers before you commit.