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Stockton, Utah

Homes Under $300,000 in Stockton, Utah

Stockton is a small, unincorporated community in Tooele County, tucked into Rush Valley at roughly 5,000 feet elevation and about 45 miles southwest of Salt Lake City. It sits just south of Tooele city proper and a short drive from the Stockton Bar — the narrow land bridge separating Rush Lake from the Great Salt Lake's southern arm. For buyers who want elbow room, a quiet rural setting, and significantly lower price points than the Wasatch Front's urban corridor, Stockton checks those boxes. Homes under $300,000 in this area are a legitimate slice of the market, not a bait-and-switch — you'll find older ranch-style homes, manufactured homes on land, and the occasional fixer-upper that gives a patient buyer real equity to work with. Tooele Valley as a whole has attracted buyers priced out of Salt Lake and Utah counties, and Stockton's even more rural character keeps values lower than Tooele city itself.

Winters in Stockton are genuine high-desert cold — lows regularly dip into the teens and snow accumulation is real — so buyers should budget for heating costs and inspect roofs carefully. Summers are warm and dry, with July highs in the upper 80s and far less humidity than the Salt Lake Valley. Tooele County School District serves the area, and the town of Tooele — with its grocery stores, medical clinics, and restaurants — is roughly 10 minutes north on UT-36. For commuters, the drive to the Salt Lake Valley takes about 40–50 minutes depending on your destination, making it workable for buyers willing to trade convenience for affordability. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently available under $300,000 in Stockton.

July 2026 · Stockton market

Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Stockton right now.

Full Stockton market report
Median sale
$705,000
1 closed in July 2026
Median DOM
62 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
97.2%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
11
active + pending

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Active listings

Common questions

About homes under $300k in Stockton.

How realistic is finding a home under $300K in Stockton?

Stockton is one of the more affordable spots in Tooele County, and sub-$300K listings do show up — usually older single-wides on land, manufactured homes on permanent foundations, or small site-built homes on larger lots. Inventory is thin because the town itself only has a few hundred homes, so set up an MLS alert and be ready to move when something hits.

What kind of property typically falls in this price range here?

Expect manufactured homes built in the 1990s-2000s on a quarter to half acre, older 2-bedroom cottages near the original townsite, or fixer-uppers needing roof, septic, or well work. True stick-built homes in good condition under $300K are rare and usually go under contract within days.

Do most homes in Stockton have well and septic?

Yes — Stockton has a small municipal water system serving the core, but many properties on the edges run on private wells and septic systems. Budget for an inspection on both, and ask the seller for recent septic pumping records and a well flow test before closing.

How far is the commute to Tooele, Lehi, or Salt Lake?

Tooele City is about 7 miles north (10-15 minutes), Lehi via Highway 73 through Cedar Fort runs roughly 45 minutes, and downtown Salt Lake is about an hour via I-80. The Cedar Fort route is the shortcut to Utah County tech jobs and is why Stockton has gotten more attention from buyers priced out of the Wasatch Front.

What should I know about financing a manufactured home in this price range?

If the home is on a permanent foundation and titled as real property, conventional, FHA, and VA loans all work. Older single-wides or homes still titled as personal property are tougher — you'll often need a chattel loan or cash. Confirm the title status early because it changes what lenders will touch.

Are there HOAs or special assessments in Stockton?

Most of Stockton proper is HOA-free, which is part of the appeal for buyers who want to park an RV, run a small shop, or keep a couple of animals. A few newer pockets have light covenants, so always check the title commitment for any recorded restrictions before writing an offer.