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Fixer Upper Homes for Sale in Midvale, Utah
Midvale sits in the middle of Salt Lake County, sandwiched between Sandy and Murray with TRAX running right through it, which is exactly why it has become one of the more interesting spots along the Wasatch Front for buyers willing to take on a project. The housing stock skews older here — a mix of 1950s ramblers, 1960s brick bungalows, and a handful of pre-war homes near Main Street and the historic downtown — so genuine fixer opportunities still come up at prices well under what you'd pay for the same square footage in Sugar House or Holladay. Bingham Junction redevelopment and the View 72 area have pulled investor attention west of State Street, while the established neighborhoods around Union Park and East Midvale Elementary remain popular with owner-occupants doing live-in renovations.
The math works in Midvale because the location is hard to beat: 20 minutes to downtown Salt Lake, 25 to the airport, 35 to Snowbird or Alta, plus direct TRAX access at the Midvale Fort Union and Midvale Center stations. That keeps demand strong for finished product, which is what makes the fixer play viable — buy the worst house on a decent block, update the kitchen, baths, flooring, and mechanicals, and you're competing with much pricier inventory. Just go in with eyes open on older systems, sewer laterals, and the occasional foundation issue common to homes built on the valley floor. Browse the active fixer listings below to see what's currently on the market in Midvale.
May 2026 · Midvale market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Midvale right now.
Median sale
$474,900
47 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
26 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
99.7%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
119
active + pending
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Common questions
About fixer upper homes in Midvale.
What counts as a fixer upper in Midvale? ▾
Most fixer listings in Midvale are post-WWII ramblers, bungalows, or mid-century homes from the 1940s-1970s along the older grid east and west of State Street. They typically need cosmetic work (flooring, kitchens, baths), updated electrical or plumbing, and sometimes foundation or sewer line repairs given the age. A true gut job is less common here than a livable home that needs $30K-$80K in updates.
What do fixer uppers typically cost in Midvale? ▾
Entry-level fixers in Midvale generally run in the high $300s to mid $400s depending on lot size, condition, and proximity to TRAX. That's below the Salt Lake County median, which is part of why investors and first-time buyers watch this market closely. Larger lots with ADU or addition potential push higher.
Can I use an FHA 203(k) or similar renovation loan here? ▾
Yes. FHA 203(k), Fannie Mae HomeStyle, and VA renovation loans all work in Midvale and are common tools for buyers tackling fixers under roughly $500K. The home has to be structurally sound enough to appraise, and the lender will require licensed contractor bids before closing. We can connect you with local lenders who close these regularly.
Are there parts of Midvale where fixers are a better bet? ▾
Bingham Junction and the area around the Jordan River have seen the most appreciation thanks to redevelopment and TRAX access, so fixers there carry stronger resale upside. East Midvale near Union Park and the Fort Union corridor tends to hold value well because of schools and easy I-215 access. West-side blocks closer to 700 West usually have the lowest entry prices.
What should I watch for on inspection with older Midvale homes? ▾
Knob-and-tube or aluminum wiring on pre-1970 homes, galvanized supply lines, cast iron sewer laterals (camera scope is worth the $200), and original furnaces. Some neighborhoods also have homes built on fill near the old smelter sites — your agent should check the EPA Superfund map before you write an offer. Radon testing is smart anywhere along the Wasatch Front.
Is it hard to pull permits in Midvale for renovations? ▾
Midvale City handles its own building department and is generally reasonable to work with compared to some Salt Lake County jurisdictions. Cosmetic work doesn't require permits, but anything structural, electrical, plumbing, or HVAC does. Plan on 2-4 weeks for permit review on a typical remodel, longer if you're adding square footage or an ADU.