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Homes Under $300,000 in Brookside, Utah
Brookside sits in the East Fork Sevier River drainage of southern Utah, a small unincorporated community near Otter Creek Reservoir and Fish Lake in Piute and Wayne County territory. It's ranching and recreation country — trout water, alfalfa fields, and long views of the Tushar Mountains and Fish Lake Plateau, not subdivisions. Under $300K here typically buys a modest single-level home on a larger lot, a cabin-style property, or an older farmhouse needing some updating, rather than new construction. Land goes further than home size in this price range, and well or shared water systems are common instead of city hookups.
Buyers drawn to this price point are usually looking for a fishing or hunting base camp, a quiet retirement spot away from the Wasatch Front's traffic and prices, or a small acreage where horses and a garden are realistic. Winters bring real snow and cold — this is high-desert basin country at around 6,700 feet elevation, so heating costs and road access matter more than they would in St. George or Cedar City. Commuting to a job isn't the draw; Brookside works for remote workers, retirees, or those who don't need to be near a metro area day to day. Because inventory is thin and turns over slowly, homes at this price move at their own pace rather than in a hot-market rush. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market in and around Brookside.
May 2026 · Brookside market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Brookside right now.
Median sale
$791,000
1 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
155 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
93.1%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
2
active + pending
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Common questions
About homes under $300k in Brookside.
How many homes under $300K are typically available in Brookside? ▾
Brookside is a small unincorporated community in Washington County with a tiny housing stock, so inventory under $300K is usually limited to a handful of listings at any given time — sometimes zero. Most sub-$300K options here tend to be older manufactured homes on land, smaller cabins, or fixer-uppers. Check the active listings below for what's currently on the market.
What kind of property can I actually get under $300K in Brookside? ▾
At this price point in Brookside, expect manufactured or modular homes on acreage, older site-built homes needing updates, or small cabins used as weekend places. Brookside sits at higher elevation than St. George, so a lot of the housing reflects rural mountain living rather than the master-planned subdivisions you'd see down in the valley.
Is Brookside a good area for first-time buyers on a tight budget? ▾
It can be, if rural living suits you. Brookside is roughly 30-40 minutes from St. George, so you trade commute time and amenities for lower prices and elbow room. Buyers who want acreage, quiet, and cooler summer temperatures than St. George get good value here, but anyone needing close-in shopping, schools, or services should weigh the drive.
Can I finance a manufactured home in Brookside with a conventional loan? ▾
Often yes, if the home is on a permanent foundation, titled as real property, and meets HUD standards (typically 1976 or newer). FHA and VA both finance qualifying manufactured homes too. Older units on leased land or pier blocks are harder to finance and usually require cash or specialty lenders.
How does Brookside's climate compare to St. George at this price range? ▾
Brookside sits around 5,000 feet, so summers run 10-15 degrees cooler than St. George and winters bring occasional snow. That matters for budget buyers because heating costs, propane tanks, and well/septic systems are common considerations here that you wouldn't deal with on a city lot in St. George.
Are well and septic common on sub-$300K Brookside properties? ▾
Yes — most rural Brookside parcels rely on private wells and septic systems rather than municipal utilities. Budget for a well inspection, water quality test, and septic pump/inspection during your due diligence. These systems work fine when maintained, but surprise repairs can run several thousand dollars, so factor that into your offer.