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Homes Under $500,000 in Copperton, Utah
Copperton sits tucked against the base of the Oquirrh Mountains, a small unincorporated town built originally as housing for Kennecott's copper mine workers. That history shaped a tight grid of modest bungalows and mid-century homes on generous lots, which is exactly why the town still has inventory under $500K even as much of the Salt Lake Valley has climbed past that mark. Lot sizes here often run bigger than what you'd get in Midvale or West Jordan at the same price, and the setting — quiet streets, mountain backdrop, minutes to the mouth of Butterfield Canyon — draws buyers who want space and a slower pace without leaving the valley's job market behind.
Most homes under $500K in Copperton are older single-story or split-level houses, some updated, some still holding original finishes, which is part of what keeps the price point accessible. Commute-wise you're looking at a straight shot down Bacchus Highway to I-15, putting downtown Salt Lake City and the airport within about 25-30 minutes, while Bingham Canyon Mine and the Kennecott operations remain the area's most visible neighbor. Because the town is so small — under 900 residents — inventory turns over slowly, so a home priced right under $500K here doesn't sit long. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.
July 2026 · Copperton market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Copperton right now.
Median sale
$390,000
1 closed in July 2026
Median DOM
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listing → contract
Sale-to-list
100.0%
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 homes under $500k in Copperton.
How many homes under $500K are typically for sale in Copperton at one time? ▾
Copperton is small — roughly 350 housing units total — so active inventory is thin. It's common to see anywhere from 0 to 5 listings under $500K at a given moment, and well-priced homes often go under contract within a couple of weeks. Setting up an MLS alert is the realistic way to catch them.
What kind of home does $500K actually buy in Copperton? ▾
The budget generally lands you in an original 1920s-era cottage or bungalow, typically 2-3 bedrooms and 1-2 baths, between 1,000 and 1,800 square feet. Lots are often a quarter acre with mature trees. A few updated or expanded homes push toward the top of the range, while unrenovated originals can come in well below $400K.
Is Copperton a good commute to Salt Lake City or the Silicon Slopes? ▾
Downtown Salt Lake is about 25-30 minutes via I-15 or Bangerter Highway in normal traffic. Lehi and the Silicon Slopes tech corridor run roughly 25-35 minutes south. There's no TRAX station in Copperton itself — the closest light-rail access is in South Jordan at the Daybreak line.
What school district serves Copperton? ▾
Copperton falls within Jordan School District. Kids generally attend Copperton Elementary (right in town), Bingham Middle in South Jordan, and Bingham High School, which has a strong athletic reputation and full IB and AP offerings.
Does the Kennecott mine affect home values or livability? ▾
The mine is roughly two miles up the canyon and is an active operation, so occasional blasting vibrations and truck traffic on Highway 48 are part of life here. It hasn't historically dragged values down — Kennecott is also the area's largest employer — but buyers sensitive to industrial proximity or winter inversion air quality should drive the area at different times of day before committing.
Are there HOAs or unusual ownership considerations in Copperton? ▾
Most of Copperton is fee-simple with no HOA, which is part of the appeal at this price point. A handful of newer subdivisions on the town's edges may carry modest HOA dues. The original townsite homes sometimes have older infrastructure — knob-and-tube wiring, original sewer laterals — so a thorough inspection matters.