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Homes Under $300,000 in Layton, Utah
Layton sits about 25 minutes north of Salt Lake City along the I-15 corridor, with Hill Air Force Base as its biggest employer and the Wasatch Mountains rising right out the back door. Sub-$300K inventory here is tight — the median sale price in Layton has hovered well above that mark for several years — so what shows up under this price point tends to be townhomes, condos, manufactured homes on owned land, or smaller older single-family homes in established neighborhoods near Layton Hills Mall, Andy Adams Park, or the west-side areas closer to Antelope Drive. For Hill AFB personnel, first-time buyers, and downsizers, this price band is where most of the real entry-level activity happens in Davis County.
What you give up at this price is usually square footage, lot size, or recent updates — not location. Layton has solid Davis School District boundaries (Northridge, Layton, and Layton Christian are the main high schools serving different parts of town), quick FrontRunner access to Salt Lake and Ogden, and quieter residential pockets that still feel suburban rather than packed-in. Expect to move fast on anything well-priced; condos and townhomes under $300K typically see multiple offers within days, especially when they're walkable to the base or near the freeway. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market in this price range.
May 2026 · Layton market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Layton right now.
Median sale
$500,000
69 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
6 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
99.4%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
283
active + pending
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Common questions
About homes under $300k in Layton.
What kind of homes can I actually get in Layton for under $300K? ▾
Most listings in this range are two- and three-bedroom townhomes or condos, often in HOA communities built between the 1990s and 2010s. You'll occasionally see small detached homes from the 60s-80s that need cosmetic work. True move-in-ready detached single-family homes under $300K are uncommon in Layton right now.
Are VA loans common for buyers at this price point in Layton? ▾
Yes — Hill Air Force Base is right next door, so a large share of buyers under $300K use VA financing. Many sellers and listing agents in Layton are very familiar with VA appraisals and inspection requirements, which smooths the process compared to other markets.
How fast do homes under $300K sell in Layton? ▾
Quickly. Well-priced townhomes and condos in this range often go under contract within 3-10 days, sometimes with multiple offers. Having financing pre-approved and being ready to tour within 24 hours of a new listing makes a real difference.
Should I expect HOA fees on most of these listings? ▾
Most townhomes and condos under $300K in Layton carry HOA dues, typically running $150-$300 a month depending on whether the association covers exterior maintenance, landscaping, or amenities like a pool. Always review the HOA financials and CC&Rs during your due diligence period.
Which Layton neighborhoods have the most inventory below $300K? ▾
East Layton near Highway 89, the older sections south of Gentile Street, and townhome developments near Layton Parkway and the FrontRunner station tend to produce the most listings in this range. West Layton has newer townhome projects that occasionally dip under $300K for smaller units.
Are property taxes lower in Layton than in Salt Lake County? ▾
Generally yes. Davis County property tax rates run a bit lower than Salt Lake County, and Layton specifically tends to come in around 0.6-0.7% of assessed value annually. On a $290K home that's roughly $1,750-$2,000 per year, which keeps the total monthly payment more manageable.