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Homes Under $300,000 in Manila, Utah
Manila sits at the top of Utah along the Flaming Gorge, a small Daggett County town built around the reservoir, the marina, and the seasonal flow of anglers, boaters, and hunters who come through from spring through fall. Full-time population is small — under 400 year-round residents — which keeps the housing stock modest and the inventory thin compared to Wasatch Front cities. Under $300K in Manila typically means an older single-level home in town, a manufactured or modular home on its own lot, or a smaller cabin-style property a short drive from the water. Some of these sit on well and septic rather than city services, which matters for financing and for what you'll budget in ongoing costs.
Buyers at this price point in Manila tend to fall into two groups: locals working at the school, the Forest Service, or in seasonal tourism, and out-of-area buyers picking up a low-cost basecamp for Flaming Gorge access without paying Park City or Jackson prices. Winters are long and cold at this elevation (around 6,300 feet), so check heating source and insulation before assuming a bargain. Because so few homes sell here each year, price comparisons are rougher than in bigger markets — a $260K listing and a $295K listing three blocks apart can differ a lot in lot size, outbuildings, or well condition. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market in this price range.
June 2026 · Manila market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Manila right now.
Median sale
$165,000
1 closed in June 2026
Median DOM
26 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
91.7%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
17
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About homes under $300k in Manila.
How many homes under $300K are typically available in Manila? ▾
Manila is a small Daggett County town with roughly 300 residents, so inventory is thin — often just a handful of active listings at any price point. Sub-$300K options tend to be older site-built homes on modest lots, manufactured homes on land, or cabins near Flaming Gorge. Checking back weekly is the realistic way to catch new listings.
What kind of property does $300K buy in Manila? ▾
At this price you're generally looking at 2-3 bedroom homes built between the 1960s and 1990s, manufactured homes on a half-acre to an acre, or smaller cabins used as second homes. Newer construction is rare in town, and lots with established water rights or outbuildings push prices higher quickly.
Is Manila a good area for a second home or short-term rental? ▾
Yes — Manila sits about 6 miles from Flaming Gorge Reservoir, and the area draws anglers, boaters, and hunters year-round. Daggett County has been friendlier to short-term rentals than many Wasatch Front cities, but verify current county rules before buying with STR income in mind.
What should buyers know about utilities and water out here? ▾
Many properties around Manila run on well and septic rather than municipal systems, and propane is common for heating since natural gas service is limited. Confirm water rights, septic condition, and winter access on any rural parcel — Manila sits at roughly 6,400 feet and gets real winter.
How far is Manila from larger towns and services? ▾
Vernal is about 65 miles south and is the closest full-service town with a hospital, big-box stores, and a regional airport. Rock Springs, Wyoming sits about 60 miles north. Salt Lake City is roughly a 4-hour drive, so Manila buyers should be comfortable with remote living.
Can I get a conventional mortgage on lower-priced Manila homes? ▾
Site-built homes usually finance without issue, but manufactured homes need to be on a permanent foundation and titled as real property to qualify for most conventional or FHA loans. Cabins without year-round road access or full utilities sometimes require portfolio or local-bank financing — worth lining up a lender early.