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Single Story Homes for Sale in Vernon, Utah
Vernon sits in southern Tooele County along Highway 36, a ranching community of roughly 250 residents tucked between the Sheeplock Mountains and the Onaqui Range. Most of what trades here is rural acreage with a house on it — and the overwhelming majority of those houses are single-story. That's a function of how people built out here: ranch-style homes on flat parcels, manufactured homes on permanent foundations, and the occasional newer custom build, all designed to handle the wind, snow load, and isolation that come with high-desert living at roughly 5,500 feet. Two-story homes exist but are the exception, not the rule.
For buyers, a rambler in Vernon usually means a long driveway, a well and septic system, propane heat, and views of the Onaqui wild horse range or the Stansbury foothills to the north. The commute to Tooele is about 40 minutes, and SLC is closer to 75 — so most buyers landing here are looking for space, quiet, and one-level living rather than a quick drive to work. Lot sizes typically run from 1 to 40+ acres, and prices vary wildly based on water rights, outbuildings, and whether the home is stick-built or manufactured. Browse the active single-story listings below to see what's currently on the market in Vernon and the surrounding Rush Valley area.
March 2026 · Vernon market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Vernon right now.
Median sale
$420,000
1 closed in March 2026
Median DOM
133 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
93.3%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
1
active + pending
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Common questions
About single story homes in Vernon.
Why are single-story homes so common in Vernon? ▾
Rural Utah communities like Vernon were built around ranching and homesteading, where ramblers and manufactured homes on acreage made the most practical sense. Single-level construction is cheaper to build on large lots, easier to heat with propane, and holds up well against the high winds that sweep through Rush Valley.
What should I check on a Vernon single-story before making an offer? ▾
Confirm the well's gallons-per-minute and depth, get the septic inspected, and verify water rights are deeded with the property — these are the three biggest deal-breakers out here. Also check the propane tank ownership (leased vs. owned) and ask about snow access on the road, since some county roads off Highway 36 aren't plowed quickly.
Are most single-story homes in Vernon stick-built or manufactured? ▾
It's a mix, with manufactured homes on permanent foundations making up a meaningful share of the inventory. Stick-built ramblers do come up, especially on the larger ranch parcels, but expect to see both types when shopping here. Financing differs between the two, so talk to a lender familiar with rural Utah properties early.
How much land typically comes with a single-story home in Vernon? ▾
Most listings sit on at least an acre, and 5 to 40 acres is common. True ranch parcels with hundreds of acres do trade occasionally. If you want a home on a small in-town lot, Vernon has a small cluster of those near the center of town, but they're rare on the MLS.
Is Vernon a realistic option for someone commuting to Salt Lake or Tooele? ▾
Tooele is about 40 minutes north on SR-36, and downtown SLC runs 75 to 90 minutes depending on weather and I-80 traffic. Most buyers who land in Vernon are remote workers, retirees, or people working in agriculture or at Dugway — daily Salt Lake commuters usually find the drive wears thin after a few months.
How many single-story homes are usually for sale in Vernon at one time? ▾
Inventory is thin — often just a handful of active listings across the whole Vernon and Rush Valley area at any given moment. Because turnover is low, it pays to set up alerts and be ready to tour quickly when something matching your criteria hits the market.