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Homes with Acreage for Sale in Ballard, Utah
Ballard sits in the Uintah Basin about 8 miles east of Roosevelt and 25 miles west of Vernal, in a stretch of Utah where land is still measured in pastures and water shares rather than lot lines. Acreage here typically means flat to gently rolling parcels with irrigation rights tied to the Uintah Water Conservancy District or local canal companies, mature cottonwoods along the ditches, and views toward the Uinta Mountains to the north. Buyers looking at this filter are usually after room for horses, hay ground, a shop, or just distance from the nearest neighbor — and Ballard delivers that at price points well below what comparable land costs along the Wasatch Front.
The climate is high-desert: cold winters with inversions that settle into the Basin, hot dry summers in the 90s, and roughly 9-10 inches of annual precipitation, which makes irrigation water the single most important question on any acreage purchase. Most homes run on private wells and septic, propane heat is common, and high-speed internet has improved with fixed wireless and fiber expansion through the Tribal and county networks. Duchesne and Uintah school districts serve the area, and the local economy still leans on energy, agriculture, and government jobs tied to the Ute Indian Tribe. Browse the active acreage listings below to see what's currently on the market in and around Ballard.
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 homes with acreage in Ballard.
How much land do acreage properties in Ballard typically include? ▾
Most acreage listings in Ballard run from 1 to 5 acres on the smaller end, with working parcels of 10, 20, or 40+ acres showing up regularly. Larger tracts often come with water shares from the Uintah Water Conservancy District or Ute Indian Tribe irrigation systems, which matter a lot for keeping pasture green through the summer.
Do these properties usually come with water rights? ▾
Many do, but not all. Irrigation water in the Ballard area is typically tied to shares in local canal companies or Tribal water, and a property without shares is essentially dryland. Always ask the listing agent for a copy of the water shares and check transferability before writing an offer.
Can I keep horses, cattle, or other livestock on Ballard acreage? ▾
Yes. Uintah County zoning across most of the Ballard area allows horses, cattle, sheep, chickens, and similar livestock on agricultural and rural residential parcels. Setback rules for barns and corrals vary by zone, so confirm with the county planning office before building.
Are most acreage homes on well and septic? ▾
Almost all of them. Ballard sits outside municipal water and sewer service for the most part, so private wells and septic systems are the norm. Buyers should budget for well flow tests, water quality testing, and a septic inspection during due diligence.
What's the commute like from Ballard to Vernal or Roosevelt for work? ▾
Ballard sits between Roosevelt (about 8 miles west) and Vernal (about 25 miles east) along US-40. Most residents working in the oilfield, at Ashley Regional Medical Center, or at the school districts find the drive manageable year-round, though winter inversions in the Uintah Basin can slow things down.
How does pricing compare to acreage in the Wasatch Front? ▾
Ballard is one of the more affordable places in Utah to buy land with a home on it. Acreage properties here often sell for a fraction of what comparable parcels cost in Heber, Morgan, or south Utah County, which is a big part of why buyers from the Front Range take a look out here.