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Homes Under $500,000 in Riverdale, Utah
Riverdale sits right where Weber County's commuter traffic crosses the Weber River, tucked between Ogden, South Ogden, and Roy along the I-84/I-15 split. Under $500K is still where most of the action happens here — the city's housing stock leans toward 1970s and 1980s split-entries, ramblers, and townhomes, with a smaller share of newer builds near the Riverdale Road retail corridor. At this price you're typically looking at 3-bed/2-bath homes between 1,400 and 2,400 square feet, often with a finished or partially finished basement and a two-car garage. Lots tend to be modest (0.15-0.25 acre) but usable, and many older homes have mature trees that newer Weber County subdivisions just don't have yet.
The trade-off for staying under $500K in Riverdale is age and updates rather than location — and the location is genuinely useful. You're 10 minutes from Hill Air Force Base, 15 from downtown Ogden, about 40 from Salt Lake City when traffic cooperates, and walking distance to the Weber River Parkway trail. Riverdale also has no city property tax, which keeps monthly carrying costs noticeably lower than neighboring cities at the same price point. Inventory moves quickly when something turn-key hits the market in the $400s, while fixer-uppers and homes needing roof, HVAC, or kitchen work tend to sit a bit longer and leave room to negotiate. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently available under $500K.
June 2026 · Riverdale market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Riverdale right now.
Median sale
$450,000
11 closed in June 2026
Median DOM
18 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
97.4%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
33
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About homes under $500k in Riverdale.
What kind of home can I realistically get in Riverdale under $500K? ▾
Most homes in this range are 3-4 bedroom ramblers, split-entries, or tri-levels built between 1965 and 1995, usually 1,500-2,200 finished square feet on a quarter-acre or less. Newer construction and townhomes show up occasionally in the upper $400s. Updated kitchens and baths push you toward the top of the range; original-condition homes sit in the high $300s to low $400s.
Does Riverdale really have no city property tax? ▾
Correct — Riverdale is one of the few Utah cities that funds its general operations largely through sales tax from the Riverdale Road retail corridor instead of a municipal property tax levy. You still pay Weber County, Weber School District, and other overlapping taxing entities, but the total effective rate is meaningfully lower than Ogden or Roy at the same assessed value.
Which schools serve homes in this price range? ▾
Riverdale is part of Weber School District. Most homes feed into Riverdale Elementary, then T.H. Bell Junior High in Washington Terrace, and Bonneville High School in Washington Terrace. A small slice of the city on the north side feeds Ogden School District instead, so verify boundaries on any specific address before writing an offer.
How fast do sub-$500K homes move in Riverdale? ▾
Move-in-ready homes priced correctly under $450K typically go under contract within 1-3 weeks, often with multiple offers when rates dip. Homes needing visible work — old roofs, original kitchens, deferred yard maintenance — sit 30-60 days and routinely close 2-5% below list.
Are there HOA or PUD fees to watch for at this price point? ▾
Most single-family homes in Riverdale have no HOA. The exceptions are the townhome and condo developments near Riverdale Road and a few newer pocket subdivisions, where dues typically run $100-$250/month and cover exterior maintenance or shared amenities. Always pull the CC&Rs before going under contract.
Is the area noisy with I-84, I-15, and Hill AFB nearby? ▾
It depends heavily on the street. Homes on the west side near the freeway interchange catch consistent traffic noise, and the whole city occasionally hears F-35 flights out of Hill AFB. Streets east of 700 West and closer to the river are noticeably quieter. Visit any home you're serious about at different times of day before deciding.