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Homes Under $500,000 in Scofield, Utah
Scofield sits at roughly 7,600 feet in Carbon County, wrapped around Scofield Reservoir and its state park, about 25 miles up Highway 96 from Helper and Price. It's a small mountain community, and a budget of $500,000 goes a long way here. Most of what trades are cabins, seasonal getaways, and modest year-round homes, plus the occasional lot-and-cabin package near the reservoir. Prices for cabins commonly land well under the half-million mark, so this range covers a large share of what comes up for sale.
The setting drives the buying decision. Winters are long and snowy, with Scofield regularly logging some of the coldest overnight lows in the state, so insulation, heating source, roof pitch, and winter road access matter as much as square footage. Summers are cool and bring trout fishing, boating, ATV riding, and easy access to the Manti-La Sal National Forest. Many owners use their places part-time, though remote workers are staying longer. Salt Lake City is around two hours away, and Price, with its hospital, shopping, and College of Eastern Utah campus (now USU Eastern), is close enough for regular errands. Check water and septic arrangements, since many properties rely on wells or community systems. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market under $500K.
September 2026 · Scofield market
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Common questions
About homes under $500k in Scofield.
What kinds of homes in Scofield typically come in under $500K? ▾
Most of what trades under $500K in Scofield is recreational: A-frames, log cabins, modular homes on acreage, and older single-family houses in the town proper. Lakefront or lake-view parcels push higher, but cabins set back in the trees or off Skyline Drive frequently land in the $250K–$450K range depending on size, road access, and whether they're winterized.
Is Scofield a year-round community or mostly seasonal? ▾
It's mostly seasonal. The town sits above 7,600 feet, and full-time residents number in the dozens. Many homes are second properties used heavily May through October and during snowmobile season. If you're shopping under $500K, ask whether the property has year-round road maintenance, a functioning well, and a heat source rated for sub-zero nights.
Do cabins under $500K usually have culinary water and septic? ▾
It varies. Some properties tie into the small Scofield town water system, others rely on private wells or hauled water, and septic is standard outside the town limits. Always check the water rights, septic inspection date, and whether the home is plumbed for year-round use versus summer-only — that distinction affects both financing and resale.
Can I finance a Scofield cabin under $500K with a conventional loan? ▾
Sometimes, but it depends on the property. Lenders look at year-round access, permanent foundation, and comparable sales. A-frames and modular cabins on dirt roads often need a portfolio lender or cash. Stick-built homes in the town with paved access and utilities tend to finance more easily with conventional or second-home loans.
How far is Scofield from Salt Lake City and Provo? ▾
Scofield is roughly 2 hours from Salt Lake and about 90 minutes from Provo via US-6 and SR-96. Price, Helper, and Spanish Fork are the closest larger towns for groceries and fuel. The drive crosses Soldier Summit, so winter travel time stretches during storms.
What's the appeal of buying near Scofield Reservoir specifically? ▾
Scofield Reservoir is a 2,800-acre lake known for ice fishing, trout, and quiet boating — no jet ski crowds like Strawberry. Homes within walking distance of the water or with reservoir views hold value well. Under $500K you're more likely to find lake-view than true lakefront, but both exist when inventory turns over.