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4+ Bedroom Homes for Sale in Ballard, Utah
Ballard sits in the Uintah Basin just west of Vernal along Highway 40, and it's one of the more practical spots in eastern Utah to land a larger home without paying Wasatch Front prices. Four-bedroom properties here tend to come with land — half-acre to multi-acre parcels are common, and a lot of listings include shop space, horse setups, or irrigation shares. Buyers moving here are usually families connected to the energy sector, agriculture, Ashley Regional Medical Center, or Uintah County government, and they want bedroom count for kids, guests visiting from out of the basin, or a home office that isn't carved out of a closet.
Climate-wise, expect real winters with single-digit nights and hot, dry summers in the 90s — insulation, heating costs, and roof condition matter more here than in St. George. Floor plans skew toward ranchers and split-entries with finished basements, which is how most local homes hit four or five bedrooms affordably. School-age families are in the Uintah School District, and Vernal's shops, restaurants, and Dinosaurland attractions are 10-15 minutes east. Salt Lake is a 3-hour drive over Daniels Summit, so this is a place you choose for space and basin life, not for weekend trips to the airport. Browse the active 4+ bedroom listings in Ballard below to see what's currently on the market and how acreage, outbuildings, and price are stacking up right now.
May 2026 · Ballard market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Ballard right now.
Median sale
$315,000
1 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
51 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
98.4%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
8
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About 4+ bedroom homes in Ballard.
What kind of lot sizes come with 4+ bedroom homes in Ballard? ▾
Most 4-bedroom properties in Ballard sit on a half-acre to several acres, and it's common to see irrigation shares, outbuildings, or room for horses included. True in-town quarter-acre lots exist but are the minority. If acreage matters, filter your search by lot size after you pull up the listings below.
Are 4+ bedroom homes in Ballard mostly older farmhouses or newer builds? ▾
It's a mix. You'll see 1970s and 80s ranchers and split-entries that have been updated over time, alongside newer builds from the last 10-15 years as Uintah County has grown with the energy sector. Manufactured homes on permanent foundations also show up at lower price points.
How does pricing compare to Vernal or Roosevelt for similar-size homes? ▾
Ballard typically prices a bit below Vernal proper for comparable square footage because you're trading some convenience for rural setting. Roosevelt pricing is usually close to Ballard. Energy industry cycles in the Uintah Basin do move prices noticeably, so what was true 18 months ago may not be true today.
What school district serves Ballard homes? ▾
Ballard is in the Uintah School District, with most kids attending schools in the Vernal and Naples area. Some families on the west side of Ballard end up closer to Duchesne County schools, so confirm boundaries on the specific address before you write an offer.
Is well and septic typical, or are homes on culinary water? ▾
Many Ballard homes run on private well and septic, especially on larger parcels, though culinary water connections exist closer to the highway corridor. Budget for a well inspection and septic pump-and-inspect during due diligence. Irrigation water is often a separate share or secondary system.
How's the commute from Ballard to Vernal for work? ▾
Ballard to Vernal is roughly 10-15 minutes on Highway 40 depending on which end of town you're in. For oilfield, hospital, or county jobs in Vernal it's an easy daily drive. Salt Lake City is about 3 hours west over Daniels Pass, which is a real consideration in winter.