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Horse Properties for Sale in Riverton, Utah
Riverton sits at the western base of the Wasatch Mountains in the southern Salt Lake Valley, and despite its steady suburban growth over the past two decades, it remains one of the few cities along the Wasatch Front where you can still find legitimate horse property within commuting distance of downtown Salt Lake City — roughly 20 miles north. The key is zoning: Riverton's A-1 and A-2 agricultural zones allow horses, and parcels in the half-acre-to-two-acre range occasionally come to market in established pockets near 13400 South and along the quieter streets west of Redwood Road. Prices for horse properties here typically run in the $700,000–$1.1M range, reflecting both the land premium and the value of outbuildings — a three-stall barn, a tack room, and a small arena can add $80,000–$150,000 to a property's value compared to a standard lot of similar size.
What makes Riverton practical for horse owners goes beyond the lot lines. The Jordan River Parkway trail system runs along the city's western edge, offering miles of equestrian-friendly riding without loading up a trailer. The Equestrian Park near South Jordan is minutes away, and Mountain View Corridor improvements have made hauling north or south toward Utah County significantly easier. Canyons Veterinary Clinic and several large-animal vets serve the area, which matters when you're keeping horses at home rather than boarding. Jordan School District serves most of the city, with Riverton High School drawing strong community ties. If you want acreage, animals, and a Salt Lake Valley address, this is a short list of places that can actually deliver all three. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.
June 2026 · Riverton market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Riverton right now.
Median sale
$615,000
35 closed in June 2026
Median DOM
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listing → contract
Sale-to-list
99.2%
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Unsold inventory
132
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Common questions
About horse properties in Riverton.
How much land do I need in Riverton to keep horses? ▾
Riverton's animal ordinance ties the number of horses to lot size, with a general baseline of two horses allowed on the first half-acre and additional animals permitted as acreage grows. Most listings marketed as horse properties sit on at least 0.5 to 1 acre, and the larger spreads in Rose Creek or along the western edge of the city run 2 to 5 acres. Always verify current animal unit limits with Riverton City before writing an offer.
Do Riverton horse properties usually come with irrigation water? ▾
Many of the older parcels carry shares in Utah Lake Distributing, Welby-Jacob, or other local irrigation companies, which is a major value-add for keeping pasture green through July and August. Shares don't always transfer automatically — they're sometimes deeded separately or held by the seller — so confirm what conveys in the title work and check the annual assessment cost.
What price range should I expect for a horse property in Riverton? ▾
Entry-level horse-zoned homes on roughly half an acre typically start in the high $800Ks to low $1M range. Mid-tier properties with a barn, fenced pasture, and an acre or two generally run $1.2M to $1.6M. Estates with indoor arenas, multiple outbuildings, and updated houses on 3+ acres can push past $2.5M depending on finishes and water rights.
Where can I ride or board nearby? ▾
The Salt Lake County Equestrian Park in South Jordan is about 15 minutes north and hosts shows, clinics, and boarding. The Jordan River Parkway has equestrian-friendly sections, and trails into Camp Williams and the Oquirrh foothills are accessible from the west side of the city. Several private boarding and training barns operate in Riverton, Herriman, and Bluffdale if you need overflow stalls.
Is Riverton getting more or less horse-friendly over time? ▾
Pressure is real — large parcels keep getting subdivided as developers move south along Mountain View Corridor, and some of the historic horse acreage has been rezoned over the last decade. That said, the city has kept its animal rights ordinance intact, and the remaining horse-zoned neighborhoods tend to hold value well because supply is shrinking faster than demand.
What should I inspect on a Riverton horse property beyond the house? ▾
Have the well and septic tested if the property isn't on city water and sewer, and confirm the condition of any barn, run-in shed, or arena footing. Check fence lines for no-climb wire versus barbed (barbed is restricted in some areas), verify the irrigation turnout actually works, and walk the pasture for noxious weeds like myrtle spurge or whitetop that are common along the Jordan River corridor.