Multi-Family Homes for Sale in Farmington, Utah
Farmington sits along the east bench of Davis County, wedged between the Wasatch Mountains and the Great Salt Lake, about 20 minutes north of downtown Salt Lake City and 10 minutes south of Layton. It's a smaller, tighter-knit market than its neighbors, which means multi-family inventory here — duplexes, twin homes, and the occasional triplex — tends to move fast and cluster in a handful of areas like the Glovers Lane corridor, neighborhoods near Station Park's edge, and pockets close to Farmington Junction. Buyers come to this segment for two different reasons: house hacking a duplex to offset a mortgage while living near the Legacy Parkway and FrontRunner commuter rail, or building a small rental portfolio in a city with strong schools (Davis School District) and steady demand from people working at Hill Air Force Base or commuting into Salt Lake.
Because Farmington is largely built out with single-family zoning, multi-family product is limited compared to Layton, Clearfield, or West Point, so pricing per door often runs higher here even though the city itself is smaller. That scarcity is part of the appeal — a duplex in Farmington puts a tenant or in-law suite within walking distance of the Farmington City Park, the Legacy Nature Preserve, and the top-rated schools that pull families to this part of the county. Lot sizes and setback rules vary block by block since a lot of this stock was built in phases over decades, so confirming zoning and parking counts matters before writing an offer. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.
August 2026 · Farmington market
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Common questions
About multi-family homes in Farmington.
How much multi-family inventory does Farmington actually have? ▾
Not a lot at any given time — often just a handful of active duplex or twin-home listings citywide. Farmington's zoning is predominantly single-family, so multi-family parcels are concentrated in a few older sections near Main Street and Glovers Lane rather than spread evenly across the city.
Is a Farmington duplex a good house-hack option? ▾
It can work well if you plan to live in one unit and rent the other, since Davis School District boundaries and proximity to the FrontRunner station keep rental demand steady from Hill AFB and Salt Lake commuters. Just run the numbers carefully — Farmington's per-door price tends to sit above Layton or Clearfield for comparable square footage.
What zoning applies to multi-family properties in Farmington? ▾
Most existing duplexes and twin homes are legal non-conforming or sit in specific multi-family overlay zones, since the bulk of the city is zoned single-family residential. Anyone planning to add a unit or convert a property needs to check with Farmington City planning before assuming it's allowed.
Can I use FHA or conventional financing on a Farmington duplex? ▾
Yes — FHA allows owner-occupied purchases on properties up to four units, and conventional loans work too, though lenders will look closely at rental income documentation and reserves. VA financing is also an option for eligible buyers, which is common given the Hill Air Force Base population nearby.
Are these properties usually turnkey rentals or fixer-uppers? ▾
It's a mix, but a fair share of Farmington's multi-family stock was built decades ago, so expect older mechanicals, roofs, and finishes on some listings. Newer construction duplexes do come up occasionally near Farmington Station and command a premium over the older units near Main Street.
How does Farmington compare to Kaysville or Layton for multi-family investing? ▾
Farmington generally has fewer listings and higher per-unit prices, but it offers easier access to I-15, Legacy Parkway, and the FrontRunner stop, plus stronger school ratings that support long-term appreciation. Layton and Clearfield typically offer more inventory and lower entry prices if pure cash flow is the priority.