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Single Story Homes for Sale in Paris, Utah
Paris sits in the Bear Lake Valley in far northern Utah, a quiet ranching town of around 200 residents tucked between the Bear River Range and the turquoise water of Bear Lake itself. Single story homes make up a large share of what trades here — partly because the original pioneer-era housing stock was built that way, and partly because the climate rewards it. Winters bring serious snow, with January lows in the teens and accumulations that make one-level living genuinely practical: no stairs to shovel off a deck, simpler roof lines for shedding snow load, and easier heating with a single zone or wood stove.
Buyers shopping ranchers and one-level builds in Paris tend to fall into a few camps: retirees from the Wasatch Front who want acreage and quiet, second-home owners chasing Bear Lake summers without Garden City's tourist density, and remote workers willing to trade a 2.5-hour drive from Salt Lake for irrigation rights and mountain views. Lots are typically larger than what you'd see in Logan or Cache Valley proper, and outbuildings — shops, barns, detached garages — are common. Inventory stays tight year-round since turnover is low, so when a well-kept single-level property hits the MLS it tends to move. Browse the current Paris listings below to see what's available right now.
June 2026 · Paris market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Paris right now.
Median sale
$30,000
1 closed in June 2026
Median DOM
—
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
79.2%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
5
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About single story homes in Paris.
Why are single story homes common in Paris, Utah? ▾
Paris is a small Bear Lake Valley town settled in the 1860s, and much of its housing stock reflects that era — modest ranchers, pioneer-era cottages, and newer one-level builds suited to retirees and second-home owners. Heavy winter snow loads also make single-level construction practical, since there's less roof complexity and no stairs to navigate when you're hauling firewood or groceries in January.
What's the typical price range for a one-level home in Paris? ▾
Pricing swings widely depending on lot size, outbuildings, and proximity to Bear Lake. Older in-town ranchers on small lots can list in the mid-$300s, while newer single-level builds on acreage or with lake views push into the $600s and above. Inventory is thin year-round, so active counts often sit in the single digits.
Is Paris a good fit for retirees wanting a single-level home? ▾
Many buyers here are exactly that — retirees from the Wasatch Front or out of state who want a quiet valley with cold winters, mild summers, and Bear Lake fifteen minutes away. Just plan for the realities of a small town: the nearest full-service hospital is in Montpelier or Logan, and winter driving over the passes requires good tires and patience.
Do single story homes here usually sit on larger lots? ▾
Yes, more often than not. Paris has a rural footprint, so even in-town parcels frequently run a quarter-acre or larger, and properties on the edges of town can include several acres with irrigation rights, barns, or horse setups. That's part of the draw for buyers leaving denser Utah markets.
How far is Paris from Bear Lake and the nearest larger cities? ▾
Paris sits about 3 miles west of Bear Lake's north shore, roughly 45 minutes from Logan via Logan Canyon, and about 2.5 hours from Salt Lake City. The Idaho border is just a few miles north, and Montpelier — the closest town with a grocery store and clinic — is about 15 minutes away.
Are there HOA-managed single level communities in Paris? ▾
Paris itself is mostly individually owned rural and small-town parcels with no HOA. If you want HOA-managed single-level living with shared amenities, you'll generally need to look toward Garden City or the Bear Lake resort developments along the lake's west and south shores.