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5+ Bedroom Homes for Sale in Salt Lake City, Utah
Five-bedroom houses in Salt Lake City cover a wider range than buyers from out of state usually expect. On the East Bench and in the Avenues you'll see century-old brick foursquares and Tudors that have been expanded over the decades, often with a finished basement adding the fourth or fifth bedroom. South of I-80 in Sugar House and Millcreek-adjacent pockets, mid-century ramblers with walkout basements regularly hit the 5-bedroom mark. Newer construction with all bedrooms above grade is rarer inside city limits — for that, buyers usually look at the Foothills above Foothill Drive, Federal Heights, or newer infill builds in Rose Park and Glendale.
Larger homes here tend to attract two buyer profiles: families wanting space for kids plus a home office and guest room, and multi-generational households taking advantage of Salt Lake's accessory dwelling unit rules. A 5-bedroom layout with a separate basement entrance can function as an in-law suite without major renovation, which matters in a city where adult kids and aging parents increasingly share a roof. Climate is a factor too — winter inversions in the valley make a roomy interior with a dedicated playroom or home gym genuinely useful from November through February. Commute times to downtown, the U of U medical center, and Silicon Slopes also shape which neighborhoods make sense. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market across the city.
May 2026 · Salt Lake City market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Salt Lake City right now.
Median sale
$577,450
270 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
7 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
99.3%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
764
active + pending
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Common questions
About 5+ bedroom homes in Salt Lake City.
Which Salt Lake City neighborhoods have the most 5-bedroom homes? ▾
The Avenues, Federal Heights, Yalecrest, Sugar House, and East Bench neighborhoods like Olympus Cove and St. Mary's tend to have the largest concentrations of true 5+ bedroom homes. Newer subdivisions on the west side (Rose Park, Glendale) and in the Foothill area also have larger floor plans, often with finished basements that bring the bedroom count up.
Are most 5-bedroom listings true 5-bedrooms or basement conversions? ▾
It's a mix. Older homes in the Avenues and Sugar House often count a finished basement bedroom or two toward the total, which means egress windows and ceiling height matter for appraisal and resale. Newer builds in the Foothills and east bench are more likely to have all bedrooms above grade. Always check the floor plan on the listing detail.
What's the typical price range for 5+ bedroom homes in Salt Lake City? ▾
Pricing varies widely by neighborhood. Larger homes in Rose Park or Glendale can start in the upper $500s to low $700s, while comparable square footage in Yalecrest, Federal Heights, or the upper Avenues typically runs $1.1M to $2M+. Historic mansions and new construction on the East Bench can push past $3M.
Do 5-bedroom homes in Salt Lake City usually have multiple bathrooms? ▾
Most do, but the ratio depends on the era. Pre-1950 homes in the Avenues sometimes have only 2 bathrooms even with 5 bedrooms, which is something to budget around. Homes built after 2000 almost always pair 5 bedrooms with at least 3 full baths, and often a primary en-suite plus a Jack-and-Jill.
Are large homes here good for multi-generational living? ▾
Yes — Salt Lake has strong demand for multi-gen setups, and many 5+ bedroom homes include a walkout basement or mother-in-law apartment. The city allows accessory dwelling units in most residential zones, so a separate entrance, kitchenette, or ADU conversion is often feasible. Confirm zoning and any separate-meter requirements with the listing agent.
How does property tax work on a larger Salt Lake City home? ▾
Utah's primary residence exemption knocks 45% off the taxable value for your owner-occupied home, which keeps the effective rate around 0.55–0.65% in Salt Lake County. On a $1.2M primary residence, expect roughly $6,500–$7,800 a year. Second homes and investment properties don't get the exemption and pay nearly double.