Homes with Acreage for Sale in Uintah, Utah
Uintah sits along the base of the Wasatch Mountains in northern Weber County, just off Highway 89 between Ogden and South Weber, and it's long been a spot where people go when they want more dirt than a standard subdivision lot allows. Acreage parcels here typically run from half-acre lots on the valley floor up to five- and ten-acre properties climbing toward the bench and canyon areas near Weber Canyon and the Uintah-Highway 89 corridor. Zoning in this stretch of unincorporated Weber County still allows horses, chickens, and small hobby farms on many parcels, which is a big part of the draw for buyers leaving denser cities like Ogden or South Ogden. Well and septic systems are common outside the older town core, so buyers should budget for that infrastructure reality rather than assume city hookups.
The land itself varies a lot within a few miles — river-bottom flood-irrigated ground near the Weber River, sloped benchland with mountain and valley views, and rockier foothill parcels that back up to public land and canyon access. That range means acreage here serves different goals: some buyers want pasture for horses, others want privacy and space between neighbors, and some are after a build site with a view and room for a shop or barn. Water rights matter more here than in a typical city lot purchase, so confirm what's attached to any parcel before assuming irrigation is included. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.
September 2026 · Uintah market
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How much land do 'acreage' listings in Uintah typically include? ▾
Most acreage listings in Uintah start at around half an acre and commonly range up to five or more acres. True agricultural parcels — large enough for a small horse operation or hobby farm — tend to fall in the one-to-three-acre range. The county's zoning designations (primarily A-1 and A-2 agricultural zones) generally require a minimum lot size of one acre, which naturally filters the inventory toward genuinely spacious properties.
Do acreage properties in Uintah typically include water rights? ▾
Many do, and it's one of the most important things to verify before making an offer. Uintah sits within the Weber Basin watershed, and older parcels often carry shares in local irrigation companies or Weber River water rights dating back generations. Water rights are separate from the deed in Utah and must be transferred explicitly at closing — your agent should confirm exactly what shares convey and whether they are wet-water rights or paper rights only.
Can I keep horses or livestock on an acreage property in Uintah? ▾
Yes, in most cases. Weber County's A-1 agricultural zoning, which covers much of Uintah, permits horses, cattle, and other livestock on qualifying parcels. A common guideline is one large animal per half-acre of usable pasture, though specific setback and shelter requirements apply. Buyers planning an equestrian setup should confirm zoning compliance and check whether the parcel has secondary water access for irrigation, since municipal culinary water alone is rarely sufficient for livestock operations.
How does the price of an acreage home in Uintah compare to similar properties in nearby communities? ▾
Uintah generally prices below comparable acreage in Huntsville, Liberty, or South Ogden's east bench. A two-to-three-acre improved property in Uintah might list in the $550,000–$750,000 range where a similar footprint in Huntsville's valley could push well past $800,000. The trade-off is that Uintah is unincorporated, so municipal services are more limited — but for buyers who prioritize land value per dollar, that trade-off often makes sense.
What is the commute like from Uintah to major employers in the area? ▾
Uintah sits about five to ten minutes from central Ogden via US-89, putting downtown Ogden's growing tech and medical corridor well within reach. Hill Air Force Base in Layton is roughly 25–30 minutes south on I-15 or US-89, making Uintah workable for military and defense-contractor families. Salt Lake City is approximately 40 miles south, a commute that runs 45–55 minutes outside of peak congestion windows.
Are there HOA restrictions on acreage properties in Uintah? ▾
The majority of acreage parcels in Uintah are not governed by an HOA, which is a significant draw for buyers who want to park a trailer, run a business from their property, or build outbuildings without committee approval. Weber County does enforce its own land-use ordinances — setbacks, structure heights, accessory dwelling unit rules — so those county standards still apply. Always review the title report and any recorded CC&Rs to confirm no subdivision-level restrictions exist on a specific parcel.