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Homes Under $300,000 in Moab, Utah
Finding a home under $300K in Moab is genuinely tough — and worth understanding before you start showings. Moab sits at the entrance to Arches National Park, draws roughly three million tourists a year, and has a year-round population of only about 5,200. That combination has pushed median home prices well above the $500K mark in recent years, with single-family detached homes often landing between $600K and $800K. What does show up under $300K tends to be condos and townhomes in developments like Rim Village or Mulberry Grove, manufactured homes on leased or owned lots, smaller older cottages off 400 East or in Spanish Valley, and the occasional fixer near downtown.
Buyers at this price point in Grand County usually fall into two camps: locals who work in hospitality, healthcare at Moab Regional, or the school district and need a primary residence, and out-of-area buyers wanting a basecamp for mountain biking the Whole Enchilada, rafting the Colorado, or running Jeep trails on Hell's Revenge. Nightly rental rules are strict — most of the city limits prohibit short-term rentals unless the property is already permitted — so do not assume a sub-$300K condo can be turned into an Airbnb. Inventory at this price moves quickly when it appears, especially in shoulder seasons before the spring Jeep Safari crowd arrives. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market, and reach out if you want a heads-up the moment something new hits.
May 2026 · Moab market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Moab right now.
Median sale
$645,000
10 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
55 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
96.9%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
138
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About homes under $300k in Moab.
What kind of homes are actually available under $300K in Moab? ▾
Mostly condos and townhomes in complexes like Rim Village, Cottonwoods, and Mill Creek Pueblos, plus the occasional manufactured home in Spanish Valley or a small fixer in the older part of town. True detached single-family homes under $300K are rare and usually need significant updates.
Can I use a sub-$300K Moab property as a short-term rental? ▾
Only if the specific unit carries an active overnight rental (OVR) permit or sits in a zone that allows nightly rentals — most of Moab does not. Rim Village and a few other condo projects are zoned for it, which is why nightly-rental-approved units typically sell at a premium. Always verify the permit status with Moab City or Grand County before assuming income potential.
Are HOA fees high on Moab condos? ▾
They run higher than Wasatch Front averages, often $300-$550 a month, because they frequently cover water, sewer, exterior maintenance, and pool/landscaping in the desert climate. Factor that into your debt-to-income calculation when shopping at this price point.
Is Spanish Valley a good alternative if nothing in city limits fits my budget? ▾
Spanish Valley sits just south of Moab in San Juan County and tends to have slightly lower prices, larger lots, and septic systems instead of city sewer. You'll drive 10-15 minutes into town for groceries and work, but buyers who want more land for the money often end up there.
Do lenders treat Moab condos differently than houses? ▾
Sometimes. Condo projects with a high percentage of short-term rentals or non-owner-occupied units can fail Fannie Mae warrantability standards, which means conventional financing may not be available and you'd need a portfolio or second-home loan. Ask your lender to pull the project's approval status before you write an offer.
How fast do affordable Moab listings sell? ▾
Anything priced sharply under $300K with clean condition and a usable rental permit tends to go under contract within a week or two. Distressed properties or units with financing complications sit longer, sometimes a few months, which is where patient cash buyers find deals.