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5+ Bedroom Homes for Sale in Vernal, Utah
Vernal sits in the Uintah Basin about three hours east of Salt Lake City, and the housing stock here reflects the area's energy-industry roots — plenty of substantial homes built for crews, supervisors, and multi-generational ranch families who needed real square footage. Five-bedroom properties show up across most of the established neighborhoods, from the older brick two-stories near Ashley Creek to the newer subdivisions out toward Maeser and the south Naples bench. Lots tend to be generous compared to Wasatch Front pricing, so a 5-bedroom home in Vernal often comes with room for a shop, RV parking, horse setup, or a fenced backyard that can actually hold a trampoline and a garden.
The buyer profile here is specific: growing families, blended households, energy-sector workers rotating in from Wyoming and the Permian, and folks who want to be 20 minutes from Steinaker Reservoir, 45 minutes from Flaming Gorge, and inside the gate at Dinosaur National Monument on a Saturday morning. Winters run cold with real snow, summers hit the 90s but cool off at night, and the dry climate keeps maintenance costs reasonable. Property taxes in Uintah County are among the lowest in the state, which makes carrying a larger home easier than it would be in Utah or Salt Lake County. Browse the active 5+ bedroom listings below to see what's currently on the market in Vernal and the surrounding Uintah Basin communities.
May 2026 · Vernal market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Vernal right now.
Median sale
$340,000
24 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
49 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
98.7%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
121
active + pending
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Common questions
About 5+ bedroom homes in Vernal.
Are 5+ bedroom homes common in Vernal? ▾
Yes — Vernal has a healthy supply of larger homes thanks to the oil and gas boom years, when energy company families built and bought big. Many of these properties sit on quarter-acre to full-acre lots in subdivisions like Steinaker Estates, Maeser, and the south end of town. Inventory fluctuates with the energy cycle, so the selection is wider during downturns when transferees relocate.
What price range should I expect for a 5-bedroom house here? ▾
Most 5-bedroom homes in Vernal land somewhere between the upper $300s and the mid $600s, depending on age, acreage, and finishes. Newer builds in Maeser or homes with shop space and irrigation rights push toward the top of that range. Older multi-level homes closer to downtown can be had for less, especially if they need cosmetic updates.
Do larger Vernal homes usually include shops or outbuildings? ▾
Often, yes. Vernal buyers expect garage space for trucks, trailers, side-by-sides, and boats headed to Flaming Gorge or Steinaker Reservoir, so detached shops and RV bays are common on the larger lots. If a workshop matters to you, sort the listings by lot size and look for properties outside the city limits in Maeser, Naples, or Jensen.
What's the school situation for big families? ▾
Vernal is served by Uintah School District, with Uintah High School, Vernal Middle, Davis, Naples, Eagle View, and Maeser elementaries pulling from different neighborhoods. Most 5-bedroom homes feed into one of the larger elementaries on the north and west sides. Bus routes reach the outlying acreage properties without trouble.
Is the oil and gas economy a risk when buying a larger home here? ▾
It's worth understanding. Vernal's housing market tracks energy prices more closely than the Wasatch Front does, which means larger homes can appreciate quickly in boom years and sit longer during slow stretches. Long-term owners generally do well; short-term flippers need to watch rig counts. Plan to hold for at least a few years.
How far is Vernal from Salt Lake City? ▾
About 175 miles, or roughly three hours via US-40 over Daniels Summit. The drive is scenic but the pass can be slow in winter storms. SLC International is the closest major airport, though Vernal Regional handles some commuter and charter traffic tied to the energy industry.