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Single Story Homes for Sale in Burmester, Utah
Burmester sits out in Tooele County's west desert, a rural stretch off SR-196 near the Great Salt Lake's south shore, and single-story homes here tend to mean something different than they do in a Salt Lake subdivision. Many properties are on half-acre to multi-acre lots, some carrying old Tooele Valley water shares, with room for shops, corrals, or RV parking that a two-story tract home three counties over just can't offer. Rambler-style layouts dominate because they match how people actually live out here — hauling in gear from a truck, running a garage that doubles as a workshop, aging in place without a staircase to think about.
Single-level living also makes practical sense given the distances involved; Burmester is a commute of 45 minutes to an hour into the Salt Lake Valley, and residents who work from home or run a small operation on their property want a floor plan that keeps daily life simple and low-maintenance. Inventory in Burmester itself is thin since it's an unincorporated community rather than a platted town, so listings often come up as older ramblers on acreage, sometimes with outbuildings or horse setups already in place. Buyers comparing this area to Grantsville or Stansbury Park should expect a quieter, more spread-out feel with fewer HOA rules and more flexibility on land use. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.
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Common questions
About single story homes in Burmester.
Why are single-story homes so common in Burmester? ▾
Most properties out here sit on larger rural lots where land is cheap relative to the Wasatch Front, so builders and owners didn't need to stack rooms vertically to maximize square footage. A rambler also fits the lifestyle better when you're running equipment, horses, or a shop on the property — everything stays on one level and connects easily to the garage or yard.
How many single-story listings are typically available in Burmester at once? ▾
Because Burmester is unincorporated and sparsely built out, active inventory at any given time is usually in the single digits, sometimes fewer. Buyers who want a specific lot size or water share situation should be ready to move when something matching their criteria comes up, since replacement listings can take months.
Do these homes come with water rights or shares? ▾
Some do, since older Tooele Valley properties were established before municipal water expanded this far west, and irrigation or culinary shares can be attached to the parcel. This varies listing to listing, so it's worth confirming directly with the title report rather than assuming shares transfer automatically.
What's the commute like from Burmester to Salt Lake City? ▾
Plan on roughly 45 minutes to an hour depending on where in the valley you're headed, mostly via SR-36 and I-80. Traffic is lighter than commuting from Tooele's more built-up neighborhoods, but there's no public transit option out here, so a personal vehicle is a must.
Are single-story homes in Burmester more affordable than similar homes in Tooele or Grantsville? ▾
Generally yes, per-acre and often per-square-foot pricing runs lower than incorporated Tooele County towns, largely because Burmester lacks municipal services like city water, sewer, and nearby schools. Buyers trade some convenience for more land and lower entry cost.
What should I check before buying an older rambler out here? ▾
Get the septic system and well (if applicable) inspected separately from a standard home inspection, since many Burmester properties rely on private systems rather than municipal utilities. Also verify road maintenance responsibility, as some access roads out here are gravel and not county-maintained.