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Duchesne, Utah

5+ Bedroom Homes for Sale in Duchesne, Utah

Duchesne sits at about 5,500 feet in the Uinta Basin, roughly two hours east of Salt Lake City on US-40 and about 25 minutes west of Roosevelt. It's a working town — energy sector jobs, ranching, and Ute Tribal lands shape the economy — and that translates into a housing stock built for actual families and multi-generational households rather than weekenders. Five-bedroom-plus homes here usually come on real land: half-acre in-town lots, 5 to 40 acres on the outskirts toward Bridgeland or Myton, and occasionally riverfront parcels along the Duchesne or Strawberry. Compared to anywhere on the Wasatch Front, your dollar buys substantially more square footage and dirt.

Buyers searching for 5+ bedroom homes in Duchesne tend to fall into a few camps: larger LDS families who want bedrooms for every kid plus a guest room, multi-generational households combining parents and grandparents under one roof, and remote workers who want a home office or two without sacrificing sleeping space. Winters are real here — expect snow from late November into March and overnight lows well below zero a few times each season — so look closely at heating systems, insulation, and whether the home has a wood stove backup. Summers are dry, warm, and made for the nearby Uinta Mountains, Starvation Reservoir, and Moon Lake. Browse the active 5+ bedroom listings below to see what Duchesne currently has on the market.

May 2026 · Duchesne market

Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Duchesne right now.

Full Duchesne market report
Median sale
$283,500
2 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
11 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
94.3%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
28
active + pending

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Active listings

Common questions

About 5+ bedroom homes in Duchesne.

What kinds of properties tend to have 5+ bedrooms in Duchesne?

Most are single-family homes on larger lots — anywhere from a half-acre in town to 5, 10, or 40-acre parcels out toward Bridgeland, Myton, or up the Blue Bench. Older farmhouses with additions are common, as are newer ramblers with finished basements that push the bedroom count up. Modular and manufactured homes on land also show up regularly at this size.

What price range should I expect for a 5-bedroom home here?

Pricing varies widely with acreage and condition. In-town 5-bedroom homes often run in the $350K–$500K range, while properties with significant land, outbuildings, or water rights can push past $700K. Duchesne County is still one of the more affordable parts of Utah compared to the Wasatch Front.

Do larger homes in Duchesne typically have water rights or irrigation?

Many do, especially properties outside city limits. Shares in the Moon Lake Water Users Association or local irrigation companies are common and add real value for anyone running horses, livestock, or a hay operation. Always confirm shares are listed on the deed and transferable before closing.

What's the well and septic situation for rural 5+ bedroom homes?

Inside Duchesne city you'll usually have culinary water and sewer, but homes on acreage almost always run on a private well and septic system. Septic systems need to be sized for the bedroom count under Utah DEQ rules, so a 5-bedroom home requires a larger drain field — get the septic inspected and confirm permitted capacity matches the listed bedrooms.

How long does it take to commute to Vernal or Roosevelt from a Duchesne home?

Roosevelt is about 25 minutes east on US-40, and Vernal is roughly an hour. Many oilfield and Ute Tribe workers live in Duchesne and drive to job sites across the basin, which is part of why larger family homes hold demand here.

Are there many 5-bedroom listings active at any given time?

Inventory is thin — Duchesne is a small market, and 5+ bedroom homes typically make up a handful of active listings at most. The list below pulls live MLS data, so it reflects exactly what's available right now.