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Single Story Homes for Sale in Orangeville, Utah
Orangeville is a small Emery County town tucked against the base of the Wasatch Plateau, with Cottonwood Creek running through it and Joe's Valley Reservoir about fifteen minutes up the canyon. The housing stock reflects the town's history as a coal and power-plant community — practical, well-built ramblers on generous lots, many with mature trees, irrigation water, and room for a shop or a few animals. One-level living is the default here rather than the exception, which means buyers looking for a single story home in Orangeville have real options across a range of ages, sizes, and price points, from older homes on Main Street to newer builds on the outskirts toward Castle Dale.
The appeal of a rambler in this part of Utah is straightforward: aging-in-place buyers don't want stairs, young families like the open ranch layouts, and retirees moving down from the Wasatch Front appreciate the lower price per square foot and the quiet. At roughly 5,700 feet, winters are cold but drier than the northern mountains, and a single-level footprint keeps heating bills and snow maintenance reasonable. You're also within an easy drive of climbing at Joe's Valley, fishing at Millsite, and the San Rafael Swell, which matters to a lot of the buyers showing up here. Browse the active listings below to see which one-level homes are currently on the market in Orangeville.
May 2026 · Orangeville market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Orangeville right now.
Median sale
$291,450
1 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
22 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
100.5%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
4
active + pending
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Common questions
About single story homes in Orangeville.
Are single story homes common in Orangeville? ▾
Yes. Orangeville's housing stock leans heavily toward ranch-style and rambler floor plans built from the 1960s through the 1990s, with newer single-level builds scattered on larger lots. Two-story homes exist but are the minority, so buyers focused on one-level living usually have a reasonable selection to choose from.
What price range should I expect for a one-level home in Orangeville? ▾
Most single story homes in Orangeville trade well below Wasatch Front prices — often in the mid $200s to high $300s for standard ramblers on town lots, with larger acreage properties or updated homes pushing into the $400s and above. Pricing reflects Emery County's rural economy, which is tied to coal, power generation, and agriculture.
Do single story homes here typically have basements? ▾
Many do. A finished or partial basement is common on Orangeville ramblers, which effectively doubles the square footage while keeping all main living — kitchen, primary bedroom, laundry — on one level. If you want true single-level living with no basement at all, you'll want to confirm that detail listing by listing.
Are lots large enough for shops, RV parking, or animals? ▾
Often yes. Orangeville sits in a rural valley along Cottonwood Creek, and many single-level properties sit on a quarter acre to several acres. Detached shops, horse setups, and irrigation shares show up regularly, especially on the edges of town and out toward Castle Dale and Joe's Valley.
Is one-level living practical for the climate here? ▾
It works well. Orangeville winters bring snow but nothing like the Wasatch Back, and summers are warm and dry at about 5,700 feet of elevation. A single story footprint makes snow removal, roof access, and heating costs more manageable than a taller home in this high desert climate.
How quickly do single story listings move in Orangeville? ▾
The market here is slower and more predictable than along I-15, so well-priced single-level homes typically sit on the market long enough for buyers to tour without rushing. Updated ramblers with shops or acreage tend to draw the most attention and move fastest, especially from buyers relocating from busier parts of the state.