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Multi-Family Homes for Sale in Layton, Utah
Layton's multi-family stock runs from older duplexes near Main Street and Gentile to newer twin homes and fourplexes off Antelope Drive and Hill Field Road. A lot of the inventory dates back to the 1970s and 80s when Hill Air Force Base drove steady rental demand, and that demand hasn't let up — active-duty families, base contractors, and Weber State commuters keep vacancy low and rents stable. Duplexes here typically run in the $500,000 to $700,000 range depending on unit size and whether both sides are updated, while triplex and fourplex properties climb higher and turn over less often since owners tend to hold them long term.
Buyers come at these properties from two directions: house-hack owner-occupants who want a mortgage offset while living in one unit, and investors building a rental portfolio close to Hill AFB and the I-15/I-84 interchange. Layton City zoning matters a lot here — some parcels near the older grid streets are legal non-conforming multi-family, meaning you can keep the current use but can't always rebuild the same way if the property is destroyed, so it's worth checking with the city planning office before you write an offer. Winters bring real snow load on flat or low-pitch roofs common to older duplexes, so factor roof age into your inspection checklist. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.
July 2026 · Layton market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Layton right now.
Median sale
$487,000
50 closed in July 2026
Median DOM
33 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
99.1%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
306
active + pending
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Common questions
About multi-family homes in Layton.
What types of multi-family properties are typical in Layton? ▾
Most of what hits the MLS is duplexes, with a smaller number of triplexes and fourplexes. Larger apartment buildings rarely list on the residential MLS and usually trade as commercial transactions. You'll also see single-family homes with legal basement apartments marketed as multi-family, which is worth confirming with Layton City before closing.
Are rents in Layton strong enough to cash flow a duplex? ▾
Rents have climbed meaningfully with Hill AFB demand and general Wasatch Front growth — two-bedroom units commonly rent in the $1,400-$1,800 range, three-bedrooms higher. Cash flow depends heavily on your purchase price and down payment, but Layton's rent-to-price ratio is generally better than Salt Lake City or Davis County areas closer to SLC.
Can I use an FHA or VA loan to buy a duplex or fourplex here? ▾
Yes. FHA allows up to 4 units with 3.5% down if you occupy one unit as your primary residence, and VA allows the same with $0 down for eligible buyers. This is a common path for Hill AFB service members buying multi-family in Layton. Rental income from the other units can often help you qualify.
How do I confirm a property is legally zoned for multi-family use? ▾
Call Layton City Planning at the Community & Economic Development office and ask them to pull the zoning and any non-conforming use records for the parcel. Some older duplexes are legal non-conforming, meaning they're grandfathered but can't be rebuilt as duplexes if destroyed. That distinction can affect insurance and resale.
What neighborhoods in Layton have the most multi-family inventory? ▾
The older grid east of Main Street and north of Gentile has the highest concentration of duplexes and converted multi-family homes. Newer multi-unit construction tends to cluster near Layton Parkway, the West Layton corridor, and pockets near Antelope Drive. Each area has a different tenant profile and price point.
How close are these properties to Hill AFB and major employers? ▾
Most of Layton is within 5-15 minutes of Hill AFB's west and south gates, which is the main driver of rental demand. The FrontRunner station near Layton Hills Mall also pulls renters who commute to Ogden or Salt Lake City. Proximity to either tends to support faster lease-ups and lower vacancy.