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Roy, Utah

Single Story Homes for Sale in Roy, Utah

Roy sits in the heart of Weber County, wedged between Ogden to the north and Clearfield to the south, putting residents within a 35-minute drive of Salt Lake City's airport and close to major employers like Hill Air Force Base — one of the largest military installations in the country, employing roughly 22,000 civilian and military personnel. Single-story homes have a strong foothold in Roy's housing stock, largely because the city developed rapidly during the mid-20th century when ranch-style construction dominated Utah's suburban growth. That legacy means buyers today have a genuinely deep pool of one-level properties to choose from, ranging from modest 1,100-square-foot brick ranchers on tidy quarter-acre lots to updated three- and four-bedroom homes pushing 2,000 square feet with attached garages and modern kitchens. Prices for single-story homes in Roy typically run from the low $300,000s for entry-level ranchers up to the mid-$400,000s for fully renovated or larger-footprint options — meaningfully below comparable inventory in Salt Lake County.

For buyers who want to avoid stairs entirely — whether for aging-in-place reasons, mobility considerations, or simply preferring the open, connected feel of a single floor plan — Roy delivers without the premium you'd pay in trendier Wasatch Front markets. The Wasatch Mountains are visible to the east on clear days, and Roy's grid-street layout makes it easy to walk or bike to neighborhood parks, the Roy Aquatic Center, and the Roy City Library. Weber School District serves the area, with several elementary schools positioned within walkable distance of many neighborhoods. Single-story construction also tends to be more energy-efficient to heat through Roy's cold January averages near 28°F, and easier to cool when summer temperatures climb into the low 90s. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.

June 2026 · Roy market

Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Roy right now.

Full Roy market report
Median sale
$410,000
29 closed in June 2026
Median DOM
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
98.4%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
147
active + pending

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Active listings

Common questions

About single story homes in Roy.

Does a single-story home in Roy usually include a basement?

Yes, more often than not. Most Roy ramblers from the 1970s onward were built with full basements, either finished or stubbed for future finishing. That effectively doubles the usable square footage while keeping all daily living on one level, which is a big reason these homes hold their value with downsizers and multigenerational households.

What price range should I expect for a one-story home in Roy?

Entry-level 3-bed ramblers with unfinished basements generally start in the upper $300s. Updated homes with finished basements, RV parking, or shop buildings tend to land in the $450K–$600K range. Larger custom ramblers on bigger lots near 5500 South or the Roy/West Haven border can push higher.

Are there newer single-story builds in Roy or mostly older homes?

Roy is largely built out, so most one-story inventory is resale homes from the 1960s through the 1990s. You'll occasionally see newer single-level builds on infill lots or in small pocket subdivisions, but if you want brand-new construction with a rambler floor plan, neighboring West Haven and Hooper have more active building.

How does Hill Air Force Base affect Roy neighborhoods?

The base sits on Roy's east side, and flight patterns do cross parts of town, especially east of 1900 West. Most longtime residents tune the noise out, but if you're sensitive to jet noise, focus your search on western Roy. The upside is a steady employment base and strong resale demand from military and civilian personnel.

Are Roy ramblers good for aging in place?

Many are. The flat lots, attached garages, and main-floor primary bedrooms work well for buyers planning to stay long-term. Some older homes have narrow hallways or step-down living rooms, so if accessibility is a priority, look closely at doorway widths and bathroom layouts during showings.

What's the lot size like on single-story homes here?

Roy lots are generous by Wasatch Front standards. Quarter-acre parcels are common, and you'll find half-acre lots in older sections south of 4800 South. That's part of why ramblers with RV parking, garden space, and detached shops show up regularly in this market.