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Investment Properties for Sale in Huntington, Utah
Huntington sits in the heart of Emery County, roughly 120 miles southeast of Salt Lake City along US-10, and it quietly draws a different kind of buyer than the Wasatch Front suburbs — one focused less on school-district rankings and more on cash flow, land, and long-term value. The local economy has historically leaned on coal mining and agriculture, and while that industrial base has shifted over the decades, it left behind an affordable housing stock that makes the entry price for investment properties genuinely low by Utah standards. Single-family rentals, small multi-unit buildings, and agricultural parcels regularly come to market well below the six-figure thresholds that have pushed investors out of Salt Lake and Utah County. Emery County also hosts Huntington State Park and sits near the San Rafael Swell, which generates seasonal recreation traffic from OHV riders, hunters, and fishermen — a tenant pool that supports short-term rental strategies in addition to traditional long-term leases.
Investors who focus on rural Utah often overlook Emery County until they run the numbers. Property taxes here are among the lowest in the state, carrying costs stay manageable, and competition from other buyers is far lighter than along the I-15 corridor. That said, due diligence matters: water rights, mineral rights, and the condition of older homes built in the mid-20th century coal era all deserve careful review before closing. Working with an agent who knows Emery County's title and water-rights landscape can save significant headaches down the road. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market in Huntington.
May 2026 · Huntington market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Huntington right now.
Median sale
$392,500
1 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
8 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
93.5%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
2
active + pending
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Common questions
About investment properties in Huntington.
What kind of rental income can a Huntington investment property realistically generate? ▾
Single-family homes in Huntington typically rent for $1,100–$1,700 per month depending on size, condition, and whether utilities are included. Three-bedroom homes near the school or on larger lots tend to lease quickly to plant and mine workers. Plug your numbers into a conservative vacancy assumption of 8–10% given the smaller tenant pool.
Who are the typical renters in Huntington? ▾
Most long-term tenants work at the Huntington power plant, nearby coal operations, Emery County School District, or in agriculture and trades. There's also a steady base of younger families who grew up in the area and want to stay close. Tenant turnover tends to be lower than urban markets once you find the right renter.
Is short-term rental (Airbnb) a viable strategy here? ▾
It's a secondary play at best. Huntington sees some traffic from hunters, ATV riders heading into Huntington Canyon, and visitors to Huntington State Park, but nightly demand is seasonal and inconsistent. Most investors here run long-term leases and treat any short-term income as a bonus during summer and hunting season.
How does Huntington compare to investing in Price or Castle Dale? ▾
Price has more inventory, more tenants, and slightly higher rents, but also higher purchase prices. Castle Dale is similar in size to Huntington with the county seat advantage. Huntington tends to offer the lowest entry cost of the three, which is why cash-flow-focused investors look here first.
Are there financing challenges with rural Emery County properties? ▾
Some national lenders treat Emery County as rural and apply tighter LTV requirements or require larger appraisal pools. Local credit unions and Utah-based portfolio lenders generally handle Huntington deals without issue. USDA financing is available on owner-occupied purchases but not pure investment buys.
What should I inspect carefully on older Huntington homes? ▾
Many homes were built between the 1940s and 1980s, so pay attention to electrical panels, galvanized or polybutylene plumbing, roof age, and septic systems on properties outside town limits. Coal-burning stoves and older furnaces are common — verify they're permitted and insurable before closing.