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Homes Under $500,000 in Scofield, Utah
Scofield is a small high-country town in Carbon County, sitting at about 7,600 feet above Scofield Reservoir. The full-time population is tiny — under 30 residents in the town itself — but the surrounding area fills up every summer with cabin owners, anglers, and ATV riders working the trails that connect to Skyline Drive and the Manti-La Sal. Under $500K in Scofield generally means a cabin, an older single-family home in town, or a modular on a few acres rather than a large custom build. Lakefront parcels and newer construction tend to push past that number, but well-kept A-frames, log cabins, and seasonal homes regularly trade in the $200K–$450K window depending on access, utilities, and proximity to the reservoir.
Climate is the thing buyers underestimate. Winters are long and snowy, summers are short and mild (highs in the 70s), and many roads aren't plowed past a certain point — so a "year-round" cabin and a "summer-only" cabin are very different purchases at the same price. Water source (town culinary, private well, or hauled), septic condition, and heat type matter more here than square footage. If you're shopping this price band as a second home or weekend retreat, plan a winter visit before closing. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market under $500K in and around Scofield.
January 2026 · Scofield market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Scofield right now.
Median sale
$600,000
4 closed in January 2026
Median DOM
148 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
92.3%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
5
active + pending
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Active listings
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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.