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Homes Under $500,000 in Sandy, Utah
Sandy's median home price has pushed well past $500K in recent years, which means shopping under that number here takes some strategy. The properties that fit are concentrated in a few specific pockets: condos and townhomes in the Crescent, Alta Canyon, and White City areas, older single-family homes built in the 1970s and 80s off 700 East and State Street, and attached patio homes near the 9000 South and 9400 South corridors. You'll also find some entry-level options near the Sandy Civic Center and along the TRAX Blue Line, which appeals to commuters heading into downtown Salt Lake or up to the Cottonwood canyons for work and skiing.
Buyers targeting this price range in Sandy tend to be first-time purchasers, downsizers, or investors looking at rental potential near TRAX stops and the South Towne Center employment corridor. Inventory moves fast because there's real competition for anything priced right — expect multiple offers on well-maintained townhomes and smaller single-family homes in good school boundaries like Canyon View or Altara Elementary. Square footage and lot size shrink as the price drops, so most homes under $500K here are condos, townhomes, or homes under 1,800 square feet rather than the larger lots Sandy is known for. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market at this price point.
July 2026 · Sandy market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Sandy right now.
Median sale
$619,800
74 closed in July 2026
Median DOM
22 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
97.9%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
287
active + pending
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Common questions
About homes under $500k in Sandy.
What kind of homes can I actually get in Sandy under $500K? ▾
Most active listings in this range are townhomes, condos, and twin homes, plus some smaller 1970s and 1980s ramblers on the west side of the city. Detached single-family with a yard does come up, but it usually needs cosmetic work or sits on a smaller lot. Newer construction under $500K in Sandy is rare and typically attached product.
Which Sandy neighborhoods have the most inventory in this price range? ▾
Look at Union, Crescent, the area around 9000 South and 700 East, and the townhome communities near the TRAX stations at Historic Sandy and Sandy Civic Center. Pepperwood, Dimple Dell, and the east bench above 1300 East are generally well above $500K.
What schools serve homes under $500K in Sandy? ▾
Sandy is split mostly between Canyons School District (Alta, Hillcrest, Jordan High) with a small portion in Jordan District. Specific boundaries vary block by block, so confirm the assigned elementary, middle, and high school on any listing before you write an offer.
Are HOA fees common at this price point? ▾
Yes — most attached homes in Sandy under $500K carry an HOA covering exterior maintenance, landscaping, and sometimes water or trash. Fees typically run $150 to $350 a month. Detached homes in older subdivisions usually have no HOA.
How fast do homes under $500K move in Sandy? ▾
Move-in-ready listings priced correctly often go under contract within a week or two, sometimes with multiple offers. Homes needing work or with unusual layouts sit longer. Having financing fully underwritten before you tour helps when competing.
Can I use FHA or VA financing on these homes? ▾
Yes, and both are common in this price band. The 2024 FHA loan limit in Salt Lake County is well above $500K, and VA has no cap for qualified borrowers. Some condo projects in Sandy are FHA/VA approved and some aren't, so verify project approval early if you're going that route.