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Homes Under $300,000 in La Sal, Utah
La Sal sits in the high desert of southeastern Utah, about 35 miles south of Moab on Highway 191, with the La Sal Mountains rising to over 12,000 feet right out the back door. It's ranch country — cattle operations, hay fields, and large parcels are the norm, and the unincorporated community runs on well water, septic systems, and propane rather than municipal utilities. Under $300K in La Sal usually means one of three things: a modest manufactured or stick-built home on an acre or two, an older ranch-style house needing some updating, or vacant-land deals that occasionally include a small cabin or outbuildings. Median values here have historically run well below Moab's, which is exactly why buyers priced out of Grand County keep heading south on 191 to look.
The trade-off is remoteness. The nearest full-service grocery is in Moab or Monticello (about 25 miles south), cell coverage is spotty in pockets, and winter brings real snow at this elevation — La Sal town sits around 7,000 feet. In exchange, buyers get dark skies, quiet, access to the Manti-La Sal National Forest for hunting and ATV riding, and proximity to Moab's red-rock recreation without Moab's prices or short-term-rental saturation. Most sub-$300K inventory moves through word of mouth and the San Juan County MLS, so active listings turn over quickly when they appear. Browse the current listings below to see what's on the market right now.
May 2026 · La Sal market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in La Sal right now.
Median sale
$158,000
1 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
201 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
102.0%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
5
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About homes under $300k in La Sal.
What does under $300K actually buy in La Sal? ▾
Typically a manufactured home on 1-5 acres, an older site-built ranch house needing updates, or a small cabin on a larger parcel. Newer construction at this price point is rare because building costs out here run high once you factor in well drilling, septic, and power runs.
Are there many homes for sale in La Sal at any given time? ▾
No. La Sal is a small unincorporated community in San Juan County, and the active listing count is usually in the single digits. Inventory under $300K is even thinner, so buyers often set up MLS alerts and move quickly when something hits the market.
Will I need a well and septic on a La Sal property? ▾
Almost certainly. There's no municipal water or sewer in La Sal — homes rely on private wells, shared water systems, or hauled water, plus septic tanks. Always review the well log, water rights, and septic inspection during due diligence.
Can I get a conventional mortgage on a manufactured home here? ▾
Sometimes, but it depends on the home's age, foundation type, and whether it's been de-titled as real property. Pre-HUD (pre-1976) manufactured homes generally won't qualify for conventional or FHA financing, so many sub-$300K deals in La Sal end up being cash or seller-financed.
How far is La Sal from Moab and the airport? ▾
La Sal is roughly 35 miles south of Moab on Highway 191 — about a 45-minute drive. Canyonlands Regional Airport (CNY) north of Moab handles regional flights, and Grand Junction, Colorado is about 2 hours northeast for larger commercial service.
What's the climate like at La Sal's elevation? ▾
La Sal sits near 7,000 feet, so expect cold, snowy winters with overnight lows well below freezing and mild summers in the 80s — much cooler than Moab's triple-digit heat. Plan on plowing your own driveway and heating with propane or wood for several months a year.