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Ephraim, Utah

Townhomes for Sale in Ephraim, Utah

Ephraim sits in Sanpete County along US-89, about two hours south of Salt Lake City in the shadow of the Manti-La Sal National Forest. Townhomes here cater largely to Snow College students, staff, and families who want ownership without the upkeep of a full lot in a farming valley where winters bring real snow and summers stay mild and dry. Most of the townhome stock clusters near campus and along the newer developments on the north and east sides of town, with prices generally running well below Wasatch Front comparables — a draw for investors buying rental units near Snow College as well as first-time buyers priced out of Utah County.

Construction styles run from older 1980s-90s brick row units to newer stucco and vinyl builds with attached two-car garages, popular with faculty and staff at Snow College and Central Utah Correctional Facility employees who commute from Gunnison. HOA dues typically cover exterior maintenance, snow removal, and sometimes water, which matters given Ephraim's winter storms rolling off the mountains. Inventory is thin compared to Provo or St. George, so units that hit the market near the college often move fast during back-to-school season. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.

July 2026 · Ephraim market

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

Full Ephraim market report
Median sale
$475,000
3 closed in July 2026
Median DOM
75 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
91.4%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
41
active + pending

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Active listings

Common questions

About townhomes for sale in Ephraim.

How many townhomes are typically for sale in Ephraim at one time?

Ephraim is a small market — about 7,500 residents — so active townhome inventory often sits in the single digits. New construction phases can briefly push that number higher when a builder releases units. Setting up an MLS alert is the most reliable way to catch new listings before they're picked up.

What do HOA fees usually cover in Ephraim townhome communities?

Most Ephraim townhome HOAs cover exterior building maintenance, landscaping of common areas, and snow removal from driveways and sidewalks. Some include water or trash, but very few include interior insurance or roofing reserves beyond the standard structure. Always pull the CC&Rs and a year of HOA financials during due diligence.

Are Ephraim townhomes a good option for Snow College student housing?

Yes — parents buying for a student is one of the most common purchase motivations here. Many townhomes are within walking or biking distance of campus, and rental demand from other students makes them straightforward to lease out after the original student graduates. Check the HOA rental cap before assuming you can rent.

Can I rent out a townhome in Ephraim as an investment?

Most HOAs allow rentals but some cap the percentage of rental units in the community, especially in newer phases. Ephraim city also requires a rental license and an inspection. Long-term rentals to Snow College students are the dominant model; short-term/Airbnb is restricted in much of the city.

How does winter affect townhome ownership in Sanpete Valley?

Ephraim winters are colder than St. George or even Provo — single-digit nights are normal in January and snow stays on the ground. The benefit of a townhome is that the HOA handles driveway plowing and exterior snow load, which is a meaningful quality-of-life upgrade over a detached home in this climate.

What's the price difference between a townhome and a single-family home in Ephraim?

Townhomes typically run $80K-$150K less than a comparable-square-footage single-family home in Ephraim, mostly because of the shared walls and smaller lot. The gap narrows on older single-family homes near downtown, which can sometimes be bought in the same price band as a newer townhome.