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Milford, Utah

Single Story Homes for Sale in Milford, Utah

Milford sits in Beaver County's high desert valley at about 5,000 feet, a quiet former railroad and mining town of roughly 1,400 residents surrounded by alfalfa fields, geothermal plants, and the Mineral Mountains to the east. Housing here leans toward modest mid-century ranches, brick ramblers, and manufactured homes on generous lots — meaning single-level living is the norm rather than the exception. For buyers who want to avoid stairs, want easier maintenance, or are shopping with retirement, mobility, or young kids in mind, Milford's existing stock matches that need without the premium you'd pay in St. George or along the Wasatch Front.

The trade-off is location: Milford is remote. Cedar City is about an hour south, Beaver is 30 minutes east on I-15, and Salt Lake is roughly three and a half hours north. What you get in return is wide-open space, dark skies, hunting and OHV access into the West Desert, and price points that still let a single-level home on a usable lot land well under the state median. Wells, septic systems, propane heat, and detached shops are common, so inspections and utility questions matter more here than in a typical subdivision. Browse the active single-level listings below to see what's currently on the Milford market, and reach out when something looks like a fit.

April 2026 · Milford market

Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Milford right now.

Full Milford market report
Median sale
$662,000
3 closed in April 2026
Median DOM
124 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
90.3%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
18
active + pending

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Active listings

Common questions

About single story homes in Milford.

Are most homes in Milford single story to begin with?

Yes. Milford's housing stock skews heavily toward ranch-style and single-level homes built between the 1940s and 1980s, with a smaller share of newer builds on the edges of town. Two-story homes are the exception here, so single-level shoppers usually have decent options when something hits the market.

What price range should I expect for a single story home in Milford?

Most single-level homes in Milford trade well below the Utah median, often in the $180,000 to $350,000 range depending on lot size, condition, and whether outbuildings or acreage are included. Larger properties on the outskirts with shops or pasture can push higher.

Is Milford a good fit for retirees looking to age in place?

It can be. Single-level living, flat lots, low traffic, and a slower pace appeal to retirees, though buyers should weigh the distance to full-service medical care — Beaver is about 30 miles east and Cedar City is roughly an hour south for hospital-level needs.

Do single story homes here typically come with land?

Many do. Lots inside Milford city limits often run a quarter to a half acre, and properties just outside town frequently include an acre or more, room for horses, or detached shops. If acreage matters, mention it up front so we can sort listings accordingly.

What should I check on older single-level homes in Milford?

Roof age, original windows, septic vs. city sewer, well condition if applicable, and the heating source — older homes here sometimes still run on propane, oil, or aging electric furnaces. A thorough inspection is worth every dollar on homes built before 1980.

How active is the Milford market for single story listings?

Milford is a small market with limited inventory, so the number of active single-level listings at any given time is usually in the single digits. The list below reflects what's currently available on the MLS.