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Fixer Upper Homes for Sale in Murray, Utah
Murray sits right in the middle of the Salt Lake Valley, which makes it one of the better hunting grounds for fixer-uppers along the Wasatch Front. A lot of the housing stock west of State Street and around the older Murray City core was built between the 1940s and 1970s — solid brick ramblers, post-war bungalows, and split-entries on quarter-acre lots that have great bones but dated kitchens, original bathrooms, and aluminum wiring or galvanized plumbing that needs attention. Because Murray is fully built out, raw land is scarce, so renovating an older home is often the only way into established neighborhoods like Murray Meadows, Vine Street, and the area near Murray Park and the Jordan River Parkway.
Price-wise, dated homes in Murray typically run 10–20% below renovated comps on the same block, which leaves room for buyers willing to take on cosmetic or systems work. The location does a lot of the heavy lifting on resale: TRAX runs through town, I-15 and I-215 are minutes away, Intermountain Medical Center is the largest employer in the valley, and Murray School District has its own well-regarded high school. Investors and owner-occupants compete for the same inventory here, so well-priced project homes tend to move in days, not weeks. Browse the active listings below to see which Murray fixer-uppers are on the market right now, and reach out if you'd like a walk-through with a contractor in tow.
May 2026 · Murray market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Murray right now.
Median sale
$495,250
42 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
10 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
99.1%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
149
active + pending
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Common questions
About fixer upper homes in Murray.
What kind of fixer-uppers are most common in Murray? ▾
The bulk are mid-century brick ramblers and split-entries from the 1950s–70s, plus a smaller pocket of 1920s–40s bungalows near the original Murray townsite. Most sit on flat 0.15–0.25 acre lots with mature trees, detached garages, and unfinished or partially finished basements that add value once updated.
Can I use an FHA 203(k) or other renovation loan on Murray fixer-uppers? ▾
Yes, and they're a common tool here. FHA 203(k), Fannie Mae HomeStyle, and VA renovation loans all work in Murray as long as the home will be owner-occupied and the scope fits the program. Older Murray homes with knob-and-tube wiring, asbestos tile, or failing sewer laterals often need this kind of financing to close at all.
How much below market do project homes in Murray typically list? ▾
Cosmetic fixers usually price about 5–10% under updated comps, while homes needing roof, HVAC, electrical, or foundation work can run 15–25% below. Estate sales and probate listings sometimes price even lower, but they tend to draw multiple offers within the first weekend.
Are there permit or zoning issues I should know about before renovating? ▾
Murray City handles its own building permits rather than Salt Lake County, and they're generally straightforward for kitchen, bath, and basement finishes. Additions and ADUs require closer attention to setbacks and the Murray City zoning code, especially on the narrower lots near 5300 South. Pulling permits matters here because Murray inspectors do check at resale.
Is it worth fixing up a Murray home versus buying new in Herriman or Bluffdale? ▾
For buyers who want short commutes, walkable access to TRAX, and a lot with established trees, yes — Murray's location is hard to replicate in the southwest valley. New construction gives you fewer surprises, but you trade 25–35 minutes of daily driving and a smaller lot for it.
What's the biggest hidden cost on older Murray homes? ▾
Sewer laterals are the one that catches buyers off guard. Many original clay or Orangeburg lines from the '50s and '60s are at the end of their lifespan, and a full replacement from the house to the main can run $5,000–$15,000. Always order a sewer scope during the inspection window.