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Garrison, Utah

Homes with Acreage for Sale in Garrison, Utah

Garrison sits at the far western edge of Millard County, right against the Nevada line in the Snake Valley, and it's one of the most remote ranching communities in Utah. The population hovers around 150 people, the elevation runs about 5,300 feet, and the surrounding valley floor is a mix of irrigated hay ground, sagebrush range, and alfalfa fields fed by springs and wells out of the Snake Valley aquifer. Acreage here isn't a luxury feature — it's the default. Parcels typically start at 5 to 10 acres and run well into the hundreds, often with deeded water rights, irrigation shares, livestock fencing, and outbuildings already in place. Great Basin National Park and Wheeler Peak are roughly 20 minutes west across the state line, and Delta, the nearest full-service town, is about two hours east on US-6/50.

Buyers shopping land-and-home combinations in Garrison are usually after one of three things: a working hay or cattle operation, a high-desert horse property with real turnout, or a quiet off-grid-friendly retreat with dark skies and zero HOA. Power and phone reach most of the valley, but broadband is limited to fixed wireless and Starlink, and many properties run on wells and septic rather than municipal utilities. Winters are cold with light snow, summers are hot and dry, and the growing season is short but workable for hay. Inventory is thin — sometimes only a handful of listings turn over in a year — so it pays to watch the market closely. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently available in and around Garrison.

March 2026 · Garrison market

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

Full Garrison market report
Median sale
$115,000
1 closed in March 2026
Median DOM
54 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
88.5%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
active + pending

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Common questions

About homes with acreage in Garrison.

How much acreage do homes in Garrison typically include?

Most residential properties in the Snake Valley around Garrison sit on at least 5 acres, and it's common to see listings in the 20 to 160 acre range. Working ranches and hay operations can exceed 500 acres when neighboring parcels are bundled together. Smaller in-town lots exist but are rare.

Do these properties usually come with water rights?

Yes — water is the single most important asset out here. Most acreage listings include deeded Snake Valley water rights, irrigation shares, or stock wells, and the listing should specify acre-feet and priority date. Verify all water rights with the Utah Division of Water Rights before closing, since values can shift dramatically based on certification status.

Is the land suitable for horses, cattle, or hay?

All three. The valley floor produces alfalfa and grass hay on flood or pivot irrigation, and the surrounding BLM range is used for cattle grazing allotments. Horse setups with arenas, loafing sheds, and pipe corrals show up regularly on acreage listings in the area.

How remote is Garrison really?

Very. The nearest grocery store, hospital, and hardware store are in Delta, about 100 miles east. Ely, Nevada is roughly 65 miles southwest and offers more services. Cell coverage is spotty depending on carrier, and most residents rely on Starlink or fixed wireless for internet.

Can I build additional structures or run livestock without zoning headaches?

Millard County zoning in the Snake Valley is among the most permissive in the state — agricultural use, outbuildings, shops, and additional dwellings are generally allowed on acreage parcels. Always confirm setbacks and any conditional use requirements with the Millard County Planning office before you build.

How active is the market for acreage in Garrison?

Listings are infrequent. In a typical year only a handful of acreage properties in and around Garrison hit the MLS, and they can sit for a while or sell quickly depending on whether they include water rights and improved infrastructure. Setting up an MLS alert is the most reliable way to catch new inventory.