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Homes with Acreage for Sale in Manila, Utah
Manila sits in the far northeast corner of Utah, tucked between the Uinta Mountains and Flaming Gorge Reservoir in Daggett County — one of the least populated counties in the state. Acreage here means something different than acreage along the Wasatch Front. Lots commonly run 2, 5, 10, or 40+ acres of high-desert sage, juniper, and pinyon, often with direct frontage on BLM or Ashley National Forest land. Elevation hovers around 6,400 feet, so summers stay cool (highs in the low 80s), winters bring real snow, and the growing season is short. Water rights, well depth, and septic suitability matter far more than square footage on most of these parcels, and buyers should ask early about culinary water shares versus private wells.
The draw is lifestyle: Flaming Gorge is fifteen minutes away for lake trout, kokanee, and houseboating; the Green River tailwater below the dam is world-class fly fishing; and hunting units in this corner of Utah hold elk, mule deer, and antelope. Vernal is about an hour south for groceries, the regional airport, and oilfield jobs, while Rock Springs, Wyoming sits 65 miles north on US-191. Most acreage listings in Manila are either older ranch homes, cabins used as second homes, or bare land with utilities at the road. Prices vary widely depending on water, view, and improvements. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market in and around Manila.
June 2026 · Manila market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Manila right now.
Median sale
$165,000
1 closed in June 2026
Median DOM
26 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
91.7%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
20
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About homes with acreage in Manila.
How large are typical acreage parcels in Manila? ▾
Most listings fall into a few buckets: 2-5 acre residential parcels inside or near town, 10-40 acre rural homesites in subdivisions like Lucerne Valley or Greendale, and occasional larger ranches of 100+ acres. Many parcels back to public land, which effectively expands what you use without paying taxes on it.
Do acreage properties in Manila have culinary water or wells? ▾
It depends on location. Properties inside the Manila town limits and parts of Lucerne typically connect to the local culinary system, while outlying acreage usually relies on a private well or a cistern with hauled water. Well depths in the area can run 200-600+ feet, so always verify the well log and flow rate before writing an offer.
Can I run livestock or horses on Manila acreage? ▾
On most parcels of 2+ acres outside town, yes — Daggett County zoning is generally permissive for horses, cattle, and other livestock. The limiting factor is usually forage and water, not regulation. Many owners lease adjacent BLM grazing allotments to expand their carrying capacity.
What's the winter access situation for rural acreage here? ▾
Manila itself stays plowed year-round, and the main routes (UT-44 and US-191) are maintained as priority roads. Subdivision and private roads in places like Greendale or up toward the Uintas can be a different story — some homes are seasonal-access only, and snow depths above 7,000 feet make four-wheel drive essential from November through April.
Is high-speed internet available on rural Manila properties? ▾
Fixed wireless and DSL reach much of the Manila and Lucerne area, and Starlink has become the default for more remote acreage. Cell coverage is decent in town and patchy in the canyons, so if remote work matters, check the specific address with each provider before closing.
How does Manila acreage compare in price to similar land near Vernal or Heber? ▾
Manila tends to price below Heber Valley significantly because of distance from the Wasatch Front and the shorter building season. It's roughly comparable to rural Uintah County acreage near Vernal, with a premium for parcels with Flaming Gorge views or public-land frontage. Recreational buyers from Wyoming and the Front Range drive a lot of the demand here.