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Single Story Homes for Sale in Neola, Utah
Neola sits in the Uinta Basin about 15 miles northwest of Roosevelt, where the high desert meets the southern foothills of the Uinta Mountains. This is ranch country — wide parcels, irrigation ditches running off the Uinta River, and homes spread out along Neola Road and the smaller county roads that branch off toward Whiterocks and Mountain Home. Single story homes dominate the area for practical reasons: most properties were built as working ranch houses or rural family homes on acreage, and a slab or crawl-space rambler made more sense than a two-story on land where horizontal space is cheap. Expect ramblers from the 1960s through the early 2000s, plus newer modular and stick-built homes on 1 to 40+ acre parcels.
Buyers drawn to one-level living in Neola are usually after the same things: aging-in-place ease, a layout that works for ranch work or shop access, and the option to add a detached garage or barn without fighting a hillside. Winters here are cold (Duchesne County regularly sees single digits in January) and summers are dry and warm, so well-insulated single levels with efficient heat — propane forced air, wood stoves, or newer heat pumps — tend to hold value. Most homes run on wells and septic, and many include water shares tied to Uintah Indian Irrigation Project ditches. Browse the active single story listings below to see what's currently available across Neola and the surrounding Uinta Basin.
April 2026 · Neola market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Neola right now.
Median sale
$266,500
2 closed in April 2026
Median DOM
89 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
96.1%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
2
active + pending
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Common questions
About single story homes in Neola.
Why are single story homes so common in Neola? ▾
Neola is rural ranching country with abundant flat land, so builders historically had no reason to go vertical. Most homes were built as working ranch houses or family residences on acreage, where a rambler footprint is cheaper to build, easier to heat, and simpler to expand later with additions or outbuildings.
What do single story homes in Neola typically cost? ▾
Pricing varies widely based on acreage and condition. Modest ramblers on 1-5 acres often run in the $300Ks to low $400Ks, while updated homes on 10+ acres with water shares, outbuildings, or river frontage can reach $600K-$900K+. Land is usually a bigger share of the value than the structure itself.
Are most single story homes in Neola on well and septic? ▾
Yes. There is no municipal water or sewer system serving Neola, so virtually every home runs on a private well and septic system. Buyers should budget for well inspections, water quality tests, and septic pumping/inspection during due diligence.
Do these properties usually include irrigation water rights? ▾
Many do. Properties in the Neola area are often tied to the Uintah Indian Irrigation Project, with shares that deliver ditch water during the growing season for pasture, hay, or gardens. Confirm the exact share count and delivery point on the title commitment before closing.
Is Neola a good fit for buyers wanting horse property or a hobby farm? ▾
It is one of the better areas in the Uinta Basin for it. Lot sizes are generous, zoning is agricultural, and the soil and irrigation support pasture and hay production. Most single story listings here already have some combination of fencing, loafing sheds, or barns in place.
How long is the drive to bigger towns and services? ▾
Roosevelt is about 20 minutes southeast and handles most grocery, medical, and hardware needs. Vernal is roughly 45 minutes east, and Salt Lake City is around 3 hours via US-40. Heber and Park City are about 2 to 2.5 hours west over Daniels Summit.