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Fixer Upper Homes for Sale in North Salt Lake, Utah
North Salt Lake sits right at the mouth of where Davis County meets the foothills, and its housing stock reflects that history — a mix of mid-century ranchers, 1970s and '80s tri-levels in established neighborhoods like Foxboro and the older eastside benches, and a smattering of pre-war homes closer to Highway 89. That age range is exactly what makes fixer-uppers worth hunting here. You're typically looking at solid bones on quarter-acre lots, often with mature trees and views of the Great Salt Lake or the Wasatch, at price points that come in below comparable Bountiful or Centerville stock. Median sale prices in NSL generally run in the $500K–$650K range, and a true cosmetic fixer can land meaningfully under that.
The case for buying a project home here is practical: you're 12 minutes from downtown Salt Lake, 15 from the airport, and inside the Davis School District, so the location premium is already baked in — sweat equity goes further than it does in a turnkey purchase. Just go in clear-eyed about what older NSL homes tend to need: aging sewer laterals on the west side, original aluminum or knob-and-tube wiring in the oldest pockets, and the occasional foundation issue on the steeper benches where expansive clay soils shift. A good local inspector and a contractor who knows Davis County permitting will save you real money. Browse the active fixer-upper listings below, and reach out if you'd like a walk-through on any of them.
August 2026 · North Salt Lake market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in North Salt Lake right now.
Median sale
$487,500
16 closed in August 2026
Median DOM
70 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
95.8%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
73
active + pending
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Common questions
About fixer upper homes in North Salt Lake.
What kind of fixer-upper inventory does North Salt Lake typically have? ▾
Most of what comes up are ramblers and split-level homes from the 1960s-1980s, concentrated in older pockets like the Orchard Drive corridor and neighborhoods east toward the foothills. These homes usually need updated kitchens, bathrooms, roofing, or mechanical systems, but the layouts and lot sizes are often better than what newer construction offers at the same price point.
Can I use an FHA 203k or renovation loan on these homes? ▾
Yes, and it's common here since many properties need enough work that a standard mortgage won't cover it. FHA 203k, Fannie Mae HomeStyle, and some local renovation loan products all work in North Salt Lake, but you'll want a lender pre-approved for that specific loan type before you write an offer, since not every lender handles them well.
How much should I budget beyond the purchase price? ▾
For a typical dated rambler needing cosmetic and mechanical updates, plan on $40,000-$80,000 depending on scope, and more if you're touching the roof, HVAC, and electrical panel together. Get a contractor walkthrough before closing whenever possible, since North Salt Lake's older homes sometimes have galvanized plumbing or aluminum wiring that adds cost.
Are these homes move-in livable or do they need work immediately? ▾
It varies a lot. Some are genuinely livable with cosmetic issues you can fix over time, while others have deferred maintenance on the roof, sewer line, or foundation that needs attention right away. A home inspection is essential here since sellers of these older properties often haven't done recent updates and may not know the full condition.
Do fixer-uppers in North Salt Lake sell fast or sit on the market? ▾
They tend to move quickly when priced right, because investors and contractors watch this market closely for the lot size and location relative to Salt Lake City. Overpriced ones with major issues can sit, especially if the seller is pricing based on a finished-flip comp rather than as-is condition.
Is North Salt Lake a good area to renovate and hold versus flip? ▾
Both strategies work here because proximity to downtown and the airport keeps rental and resale demand steady. Long-term holders like the larger lots and quieter streets away from the busier Bountiful and SLC corridors, while flippers benefit from the gap between dated comps and updated comps in the same neighborhood.