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Homes Under $500,000 in Naples, Utah
Naples sits just east of Vernal in the Uintah Basin, and it's one of the few corners of Utah where the under-$500K bracket still covers most of the market rather than the entry level. Energy-sector paychecks from the oil and gas fields drive the local economy, so when drilling activity slows, inventory builds and sellers get realistic on price. Right now buyers in this range are looking at a mix of 3- and 4-bedroom ramblers on quarter-acre lots, newer builds along the 1500 South corridor, and older homes closer to Highway 40 with detached shops and RV parking — a near-universal request out here.
What $500K buys in Naples is dramatically more house than the same money on the Wasatch Front: think 2,200-3,000 finished square feet, a two-car garage, and often a fenced yard with mature trees or pasture access. Uintah School District serves the area, Ashley Regional Medical Center is minutes away, and Dinosaur National Monument, Flaming Gorge, and the High Uintas are all weekend-close. Winters run cold with inversion-prone air in January, summers are dry and warm, and most properties rely on natural gas heat and central air. Property taxes are low compared to Utah County or Salt Lake County, which stretches a monthly budget further. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market under $500K in Naples.
April 2026 · Naples market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Naples right now.
Median sale
$316,500
1 closed in April 2026
Median DOM
148 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
93.9%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
4
active + pending
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Common questions
About homes under $500k in Naples.
What kind of home can I actually get under $500K in Naples? ▾
At this budget you're typically looking at a 3-to-5 bedroom home between 1,800 and 3,200 finished square feet, often on a larger lot than you'd see on the Wasatch Front. Many listings in this range include a 2-car garage plus RV parking or a detached shop, which is standard for the Basin lifestyle.
How does Naples pricing compare to Vernal right next door? ▾
Naples and Vernal share the same MLS area and school district (Uintah), and prices are usually within a few percent of each other. Naples tends to have slightly newer subdivisions and larger lots on the south end, while Vernal has more older in-town housing stock.
Are there newer-construction homes available under $500K? ▾
Yes. Builders have been active in Naples subdivisions south of Highway 40, and you can still find newer builds from the last 10 years in the $400Ks. New construction directly from a builder under $500K is less common right now but does come up, especially on smaller lots.
Do homes in Naples have city water and sewer or wells and septic? ▾
It depends on the location. Homes inside the more developed parts of Naples are usually on Ashley Valley Water and city sewer, while properties on the outer edges or on acreage often have a private well and septic system. Always check the seller's disclosure for water rights and septic inspection history.
Is the oil and gas economy a risk for home values here? ▾
It's a real factor. The Basin's housing market historically follows energy activity, so prices soften when rigs slow down and firm up when production picks up. That said, homes under $500K tend to hold value better than the higher-end market because they match what most local wage-earners can qualify for.
What should I budget for property taxes and utilities? ▾
Uintah County property tax rates are among the lower ones in Utah, so taxes on a $400K home typically run around $1,800-$2,400 per year for a primary residence with the owner-occupied exemption. Winter heating bills can be meaningful given the cold dry winters, so ask sellers for 12 months of utility history.