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Homes Under $300,000 in Tooele, Utah
Tooele still delivers something increasingly rare along the Wasatch Front: a real inventory of homes priced under $300,000. Most of what falls in this range sits in the older grid neighborhoods near downtown Tooele, in Erda's more modest lots, or in condos and townhomes scattered through the valley. Expect smaller footprints — often 1970s-1990s rambler and rectangular-frame construction between 900 and 1,600 square feet, three bedrooms, one or one-and-a-half baths. Some need cosmetic updates, which is exactly why they still price under $300K while comparable homes in Salt Lake County have long since priced out of that range.
The draw for this price point is straightforward: a 35-40 minute commute to Salt Lake City via SR-36 and I-80, lower property taxes than Salt Lake County, and a small-town pace with Deseret Peak and the Stansbury Mountains as a backdrop instead of urban sprawl. First-time buyers, retirees downsizing, and investors looking at rental cash flow make up most of the demand here, and homes at this level tend to move fast when they're in decent condition — expect competition on anything move-in ready. Condition varies more than price does, so plan on walking several properties before you find the right combination of layout and updates. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market under $300K.
July 2026 · Tooele market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Tooele right now.
Median sale
$427,500
37 closed in July 2026
Median DOM
65 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
99.5%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
207
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About homes under $300k in Tooele.
What kind of homes can I actually get under $300K in Tooele? ▾
Most listings in this range are 2-3 bedroom ramblers built between the 1940s and 1980s, manufactured homes on owned lots, and smaller townhomes or condos. Square footage typically runs 900-1,400 sq ft. Newer construction at this price is rare — when it appears, it's usually a townhome in Overlake or a small condo.
Is Tooele a reasonable commute to Salt Lake City? ▾
Yes, but plan for traffic. I-80 over the Lake Point pass into Salt Lake runs 35-45 minutes off-peak and can stretch to an hour during rush hour or winter storms. Many buyers in this price range work at the Tooele Army Depot, US Magnesium, or the Salt Lake International Center, which cuts the drive significantly.
Are fixer-uppers common at this price point? ▾
Fairly common. A meaningful share of sub-$300K Tooele homes need updates — older roofs, original windows, dated kitchens, or aging furnaces. FHA 203(k) and Fannie Mae HomeStyle renovation loans are worth asking your lender about if you're open to putting in some work.
How does Tooele compare to Grantsville or Stansbury Park on price? ▾
Tooele City has the deepest sub-$300K inventory. Grantsville trends slightly higher because lots are larger and the town has a more rural feel. Stansbury Park's older sections occasionally dip under $300K for townhomes or smaller homes, but newer construction there typically starts in the mid-$400s.
What property taxes and HOA costs should I expect? ▾
Tooele County property tax rates are competitive — primary residences get the 45% residential exemption, so effective rates run roughly 0.55-0.75% of market value. HOA fees only apply in specific subdivisions like parts of Overlake or Stansbury; most older Tooele City homes have no HOA.
Will my offer face bidding wars in this price range? ▾
It depends on condition and timing. Clean, move-in-ready homes under $300K still draw multiple offers within days, especially in spring. Homes needing work sit longer and leave room to negotiate. Getting fully underwritten pre-approval before you tour gives you a real edge.