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Investment Properties for Sale in Naples, Utah
Naples sits just southeast of Vernal in the Uintah Basin, and for investors that geography matters more than anything else on the listing sheet. The local economy runs on oil and gas, with workforce demand rising and falling alongside drilling activity in the basin. When rigs are running, rental demand from field crews, engineers, and traveling contractors gets tight quickly — and Naples, with its newer subdivisions along US-40 and easier lot sizes than downtown Vernal, tends to absorb a lot of that demand. Entry prices are dramatically lower than the Wasatch Front, which is why investors from Salt Lake, Utah County, and out of state keep an eye on this market.
Beyond energy-sector tenants, Naples draws long-term renters tied to Ashley Regional Medical Center, the Uintah School District, USU Uintah Basin, and the recreation economy around Flaming Gorge, Red Fleet, and Dinosaur National Monument. Cash-flow math here can pencil in ways it simply can't in Lehi or Holladay, but underwriting needs to account for basin cyclicality, longer days-on-market during downturns, and higher winter utility loads. Property types range from single-family rentals on quarter-acre lots to small horse properties, occasional duplexes, and newer builds with ADU potential. Browse the active investment listings below to see what's currently on the market in Naples, and reach out if you want help running rent comps or pulling cap-rate numbers on a specific address.
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 investment properties in Naples.
What kind of rental demand does Naples actually have? ▾
Naples sits right next to Vernal, the service hub for the Uinta Basin oil and gas industry. When drilling activity picks up, demand for short-term and mid-term rentals from field crews, engineers, and contractors spikes hard. Long-term demand comes from healthcare workers at Ashley Regional Medical Center, USU Uintah Basin staff, and families priced out of Vernal proper.
Are short-term rentals (Airbnb, VRBO) allowed in Naples? ▾
Naples City is generally more permissive than some Wasatch Front cities, but you should always confirm the current ordinance and any HOA restrictions before closing. Dinosaur National Monument, Flaming Gorge, and Red Fleet State Park all drive tourist traffic, so vacation-style rentals do exist here. Verify zoning and business licensing with Naples City directly for any specific address.
What price range do investment-grade homes in Naples typically fall into? ▾
Single-family homes in Naples tend to run roughly $300K–$500K depending on size, lot, and condition, with some newer builds and acreage parcels above that. Duplexes and small multifamily are scarcer and usually trade based on Vernal-area cap rates. The lower entry point compared to Salt Lake or Utah County is a big reason out-of-area investors look here.
How tied is the local rental market to oil and gas? ▾
Very tied. The Uinta Basin economy moves with energy prices, and rental occupancy and rates in Naples and Vernal follow drilling rig counts fairly closely. Smart investors here either underwrite conservatively for the down cycles or diversify with tenants from healthcare, education, and tourism so they're not fully exposed to one sector.
Is property management available locally? ▾
Yes, several Vernal-based property managers cover Naples since the two cities essentially blend together along US-40. Fees are typically in the 8–10% range for long-term rentals, higher for short-term. Out-of-state owners should line up a manager before closing, especially if the plan includes furnished rentals for energy workers.
What should I check on the inspection for a Naples rental? ▾
Septic systems are common on larger lots outside the city core, so get the tank pumped and inspected. Well water properties need a flow test and potability check. Also pay attention to roof condition and heating systems — winters here get into the single digits and below, and deferred maintenance on furnaces or wood stoves can become a real expense fast.