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Homes Under $300,000 in Kearns, Utah
Kearns sits in the middle of the Salt Lake Valley between Taylorsville and West Valley City, and it remains one of the last spots on the west side where a buyer can still find a house priced under $300,000. Most of what shows up at this price point is a smaller rambler or split-entry home built in the 1950s through 1970s, often 900 to 1,400 square feet, sometimes with an unfinished basement that adds room to grow. Townhomes and condos in the Kearns Metro Township area also land in this range and give buyers a lower-maintenance option. This is unincorporated Salt Lake County, served by Granite School District, with Kearns High and the Utah Olympic Oval both within the community's boundaries.
Sub-$300K inventory here moves fast because it's one of the few remaining entry points into Salt Lake County homeownership without a long commute to an outlying county. Buyers are typically first-timers, FHA or VA borrowers, or investors targeting rental demand near the University of Utah's south campus shuttle routes and the Jordan River trail system. Expect older roofs, original kitchens, and galvanized or mixed plumbing in some of the 1950s stock, so a home inspection matters more here than in newer subdivisions. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market in this price range.
July 2026 · Kearns market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Kearns right now.
Median sale
$410,000
5 closed in July 2026
Median DOM
11 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
96.8%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
28
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About homes under $300k in Kearns.
What types of homes are actually available under $300K in Kearns? ▾
At this price, most active listings are condos and townhomes (often 2-bed, 1-2 bath, 900-1,300 sq ft) plus the occasional small rambler that needs updating. Detached single-family homes under $300K are rarer than they were a few years ago and usually sell fast. Manufactured homes on owned land sometimes appear in this range as well.
Is Kearns a good area for first-time buyers? ▾
Yes — it's one of the few Salt Lake Valley communities where FHA and VA buyers can still compete without stretching budgets. The neighborhood is established, schools are in Granite District, and you're 15-20 minutes from most major Salt Lake County employers. Many buyers use Kearns as a starter purchase and trade up later as equity builds.
What should I watch for in older Kearns homes? ▾
A lot of the housing stock is 50-70 years old, so inspections matter. Pay attention to original electrical panels (especially Federal Pacific), galvanized or polybutylene plumbing, furnace and water heater age, and sewer line condition — clay sewer laterals from that era are common and worth scoping. Roofs, windows, and any DIY basement finishes are also worth a careful look.
Are HOA fees common on the condos and townhomes here? ▾
Yes, most attached product in Kearns carries an HOA, typically ranging from about $150 to $300 per month depending on what's covered. Check whether the dues include water, sewer, trash, exterior maintenance, and any reserve contributions — and ask for recent meeting minutes and the reserve study before writing an offer.
How competitive is the sub-$300K market in Kearns right now? ▾
Competitive. Well-priced condos and any move-in-ready detached homes under $300K often see multiple offers within the first week. Fixer-uppers move a little slower but attract investor interest. Being pre-approved, flexible on closing, and ready to view new listings same-day makes a real difference here.
What's the property tax rate like in Kearns? ▾
Kearns is an unincorporated metro township in Salt Lake County, so combined property tax rates generally run around 0.6-0.75% of assessed value annually for owner-occupied homes, which qualify for Utah's primary residence exemption. Non-owner-occupied properties pay roughly 1.8x that rate, which matters if you're buying as a rental.