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Homes Under $500,000 in Daniel, Utah
Daniel sits on the quiet east side of the Heber Valley, a scattering of acreage properties and newer subdivisions between Heber City and Charleston with Deer Creek Reservoir a few minutes south and the Wasatch Back peaks framing every view. Land here has traditionally carried a premium because lots run bigger than in town, so homes under $500K are the entry point for buyers who want Wasatch County without a Park City price tag. At this price you're typically looking at townhomes, condos, or older single-family homes on smaller lots rather than the half-acre-plus parcels Daniel is known for, since new construction on larger acreage has mostly moved past that number.
Winters bring real snow load and sub-freezing nights, which matters for heating costs and roof maintenance on older inventory, while summers stay mild compared to St. George or even Salt Lake, rarely breaking the mid-90s. Commuters heading to Park City or Provo add 30-45 minutes each way, which is part of why pricing stays lower than the resort towns just over the ridge. Wasatch County School District serves the area, and Heber City's grocery stores, hospital, and Main Street restaurants are a short drive for anything Daniel itself doesn't have. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market under $500K.
August 2026 · Daniel market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Daniel right now.
Median sale
$1,340,000
2 closed in August 2026
Median DOM
—
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
90.1%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
7
active + pending
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Common questions
About homes under $500k in Daniel.
How many homes under $500K typically come up in Daniel? ▾
Inventory at this price point is thin. Daniel is a small town of roughly 1,200 residents on large rural lots, and most homes trade well above $500K. When something does list under that threshold, it's usually an older home on a smaller parcel, a manufactured home, or vacant land with utilities. Set up an MLS alert so you see new listings the day they hit.
What kind of property can I realistically get under $500K here? ▾
Expect older ramblers from the 1970s-90s, modest manufactured homes on permanent foundations, or building lots in the 1-5 acre range. Newer construction in Daniel generally starts in the $700K+ range because of land costs and the custom-build market. Buyers serious about a turnkey newer home under $500K often end up looking in nearby Heber City instead.
Where is Daniel and what's the commute like? ▾
Daniel sits just south of Heber City in the Heber Valley, about 20 minutes from Park City over the back road and roughly 50-60 minutes to downtown Salt Lake City via US-40 and I-80. Winter commutes over Parleys Canyon can add time during storms. Most residents work in the Heber Valley, Park City, or remotely.
Are there HOA or water-share considerations on rural Daniel properties? ▾
Many Daniel parcels rely on private wells and septic systems rather than municipal utilities, and irrigation water often comes through shares tied to the property. Always confirm water rights, well logs, and septic condition during due diligence. A few subdivisions have HOAs, but large-lot rural acreage usually does not.
Is Daniel a good fit for buyers who want acreage and animals? ▾
Yes. Most of Daniel is zoned RA-1 or RA-5, which allows horses, chickens, and other livestock on appropriately sized lots. That's a big part of why buyers choose Daniel over denser Heber City neighborhoods. Verify the specific zoning and any CC&Rs on a parcel before assuming animal rights.
What schools serve Daniel? ▾
Daniel is part of Wasatch County School District. Most students attend Old Mill Elementary or J.R. Smith Elementary, Rocky Mountain Middle School, and Wasatch High School in Heber City. The district has been adding capacity to keep up with valley growth.