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3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Homes for Sale in Ephraim, Utah
Ephraim sits in the middle of Sanpete Valley about two hours south of Salt Lake City, and 3-bed, 2-bath is the most common floor plan on the local MLS. It's the size that fits the town: small enough for a Snow College staffer or retired couple, big enough for a young family that wants a yard, a basement, and walkable access to Main Street. Homes in this configuration range from 1890s pioneer-era brick cottages on the original town grid to 2010s tract builds on the south end near 400 South. Expect a mix of single-level ramblers with finished basements (the dominant style here) and a smaller pool of two-story homes in the newer subdivisions.
The filter matters in Ephraim because the rental market is shaped by Snow College — a 3/2 within walking distance of campus rents well to student groups, while a 3/2 on a larger lot toward Pigeon Hollow Road appeals to buyers who want chickens, a garden, or a shop. Winters are cold (single digits aren't unusual in January) and summers are dry and mild, so look at insulation, window age, and whether the home has central air or just a swamp cooler. Property taxes in Sanpete County are among the lowest in the state, which is part of why buyers from Utah and Salt Lake counties keep looking south. Browse the active 3-bed, 2-bath listings below to see what's on the market in Ephraim right now.
May 2026 · Ephraim market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Ephraim right now.
Median sale
$437,000
4 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
15 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
97.3%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
33
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About 3 bed 2 bath homes in Ephraim.
What price range do 3-bed, 2-bath homes in Ephraim typically fall into? ▾
Most 3/2 homes in Ephraim trade in the mid-$300s to low-$450s depending on age, lot size, and whether the basement is finished. Older homes near the Snow College campus and downtown can come in lower, while newer builds on the south and east edges of town sit at the upper end. Inventory turns slowly compared to Wasatch Front cities, so pricing tends to be steadier.
Are these homes a good fit for Snow College rentals? ▾
Yes — 3-bed, 2-bath layouts are the workhorse rental in Ephraim because they fit three students comfortably and meet most local rental requirements. If that's the plan, confirm the property is zoned for rentals and check Ephraim City's rental licensing rules before writing an offer. Proximity to campus (within roughly six blocks) drives both rent and resale demand.
How much land usually comes with a 3/2 in Ephraim? ▾
Lots vary widely. Older homes in the historic grid often sit on quarter-acre parcels with mature trees and alley access, while newer subdivisions on the outskirts run from 0.15 to 0.30 acres. A handful of 3/2 properties on the south end of town include irrigation shares and room for a horse or two.
Do most 3-bed, 2-bath homes here have basements? ▾
A large share do. Full or partial basements are standard in Sanpete County because of frost depth, and many 3/2 homes have an unfinished basement that could be built out for additional bedrooms later. When reading listings, check whether the bedroom count reflects finished basement rooms or only the main level.
What should I know about heating and utilities in this size of home? ▾
Natural gas forced-air is the most common setup, with Dominion Energy serving most of Ephraim. Winter heating bills on a typical 1,800–2,400 sq ft 3/2 run noticeably lower than comparable homes in Park City or the high Uintas, but higher than St. George. Culinary water and sewer come through Ephraim City.
How long do 3/2 listings usually sit on the market in Ephraim? ▾
Days on market here run longer than Utah County — often 30 to 75 days for a fairly priced 3/2 — because the buyer pool is smaller and seasonal. Spring and early summer move fastest, partly driven by Snow College families and incoming faculty. Winter listings can sit, which sometimes opens room to negotiate.