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Homes Under $500,000 in Bicknell, Utah
Bicknell sits in Wayne County along Highway 24 at roughly 7,100 feet elevation, about a 25-minute drive from the entrance to Capitol Reef National Park. The town has fewer than 350 residents, a single grocery stop, the Wayne County School District campus down the road in Bicknell and Loa, and the kind of dark night skies that draw astronomers from out of state. Under $500K in this market is not a starter-home bracket — it is most of the market. A large share of Bicknell sales close between the low $200s and the mid $400s, and that range covers everything from older farmhouses on irrigated lots to newer manufactured homes, small ranchettes with water shares, and the occasional cabin-style build on an acre or two.
What buyers should weigh at this price point is land, water, and seasonality. Many properties here include irrigation rights tied to the Fremont River system, outbuildings sized for hay or horses, and zoning that allows livestock. Winters are real — single-digit nights are normal from December through February — so heating sources, insulation, and well depth matter more than granite countertops. Cell service is decent, fiber internet has reached parts of the valley through South Central Communications, and the drive to Richfield for a Walmart or hospital runs about 75 minutes over Highway 24. Browse the active listings below to see what is currently on the market under $500K in Bicknell.
April 2026 · Bicknell market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Bicknell right now.
Median sale
$310,000
1 closed in April 2026
Median DOM
9 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
98.4%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
3
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About homes under $500k in Bicknell.
What does $500K actually buy in Bicknell? ▾
At this ceiling you can typically get a 3-bedroom home on a usable lot, often with irrigation shares, a shop or barn, and mountain or red-rock views. Newer builds and remodeled farmhouses tend to sit in the $350K–$485K band, while older homes and manufactured properties on land start closer to the $200s.
How many homes are usually listed under $500K in Bicknell at one time? ▾
Inventory is thin — Bicknell often has only a handful of active listings at any given moment, sometimes fewer than five town-wide. Expanding your search to nearby Loa, Lyman, Teasdale, and Torrey gives you a much larger pool within the same price range and school district.
Do most homes in this range come with water rights? ▾
Many do, but not all. Properties tied to the historic irrigation network often include shares in the Fremont Irrigation Company or a similar ditch system, and culinary water is generally provided by the Town of Bicknell. Always verify share count and transferability in writing during due diligence.
Can I use a USDA Rural Development loan in Bicknell? ▾
Yes. Bicknell is well inside USDA-eligible territory, and the zero-down Rural Development loan is a common financing route here for owner-occupants under the income caps. FHA and conventional loans also work, though appraisers familiar with rural Wayne County properties can be limited.
Is Bicknell a realistic year-round residence or mostly second homes? ▾
It functions as both. There is a stable year-round population working in ranching, the school district, and Capitol Reef tourism, alongside a growing share of part-time owners who use homes as a base for the park, hunting, and ATV season. Winter access on Highway 24 stays open and plowed.
What should I check on older homes in this price range? ▾
Well and septic condition, roof age, the heating system (propane furnace, wood stove, or a mix is common), and whether any additions were permitted through the county. At 7,100 feet, freeze damage to plumbing and uninsulated crawl spaces is the most frequent surprise during inspection.