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Single Story Homes for Sale in Kearns, Utah
Kearns sits in the southwest Salt Lake Valley, built largely in the 1940s and expanded heavily through the 1970s and 80s, which means single-story homes here are common and often more affordable than equivalent ramblers in Sandy, Draper, or Herriman. Most of the original Kearns ramblers run 1,100 to 1,600 square feet on the main level, frequently with a full basement underneath — giving buyers a one-level living footprint plus extra finished or unfinished space below. Lots tend to be generous for the price point (often .15 to .25 acre), a holdover from the township's military housing roots, and many sit on quiet grid streets between 4700 South and 6200 South, west of Bangerter Highway.
The appeal of one-level living in Kearns is practical: aging-in-place buyers, young families who want everything on one floor, and investors targeting rentals near the Utah Olympic Oval and Kearns High all gravitate here. Commutes are reasonable — roughly 20 minutes to downtown Salt Lake City, 15 to the airport, and quick access to TRAX via the 5600 West or Redwood Road corridors. Pricing typically lands well under the Salt Lake County median, with updated ramblers and mid-century brick homes making up most of the inventory, alongside a smaller pool of newer patio-style builds. Browse the active single-story listings below to see what's currently on the market in Kearns.
May 2026 · Kearns market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Kearns right now.
Median sale
$437,000
12 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
7 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
100.0%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
24
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About single story homes in Kearns.
Are single-story homes common in Kearns? ▾
Yes — Kearns was developed primarily as a community of post-war ramblers and single-level brick homes, so one-story inventory is one of the largest segments of the local market. You'll see far more ramblers here than in newer west-side cities like Herriman or Eagle Mountain, where two-story builds dominate.
Do most Kearns ramblers come with basements? ▾
Most do. Full basements were standard construction in the 1950s-70s Kearns builds, and many are partially or fully finished with additional bedrooms, a second living area, or a non-conforming apartment. If true single-level living without stairs is the goal, look for the smaller patio homes or confirm the listing notes a slab foundation.
What's the typical price range for a single-story home in Kearns? ▾
Most single-level homes in Kearns trade in a range that runs noticeably below the Salt Lake County median. Updated ramblers with finished basements typically land higher, while original-condition homes needing cosmetic work come in lower. Exact pricing shifts with the market — the active listings below reflect current asking prices.
How old are most of the one-level homes here? ▾
The bulk of Kearns ramblers were built between 1948 and 1985, with a wave of newer infill construction and the occasional tear-down rebuild in the last decade. Older homes may have original electrical panels, single-pane windows, or aging HVAC, so a thorough inspection matters.
Are these homes a good fit for aging-in-place buyers? ▾
Many are, especially the smaller ramblers with main-floor laundry and step-free entries. Lot grading in Kearns is generally flat, which helps with accessibility. Buyers focused on aging-in-place should check doorway widths and bathroom layouts, since original 1950s floor plans weren't designed with mobility in mind.
How is the commute from Kearns to downtown Salt Lake or the airport? ▾
Downtown SLC runs about 20-25 minutes via I-215 or Redwood Road, and Salt Lake International Airport is roughly 15-20 minutes north. TRAX light rail is accessible via the Redwood Road or West Valley lines, making Kearns one of the more transit-friendly affordable submarkets in the valley.