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Homes Under $500,000 in Scofield, Utah
Scofield sits at roughly 7,600 feet elevation in Carbon County, tucked along the shores of Scofield Reservoir — one of central Utah's most productive fisheries for rainbow and cutthroat trout. It's a small, year-round mountain community with a permanent population well under 100, which means inventory is always limited and sub-$500K listings represent the large majority of what trades here. Cabins, A-frames, and modest single-family homes make up most of the housing stock, with prices frequently ranging from the low $100Ks for older or smaller cabins up through the mid-$400Ks for larger, better-finished properties on desirable reservoir-view lots. Because Scofield is not a resort town in the Park City mold, buyers get genuine mountain real estate without the seven-figure price tags — a rare situation in today's Utah market.
The tradeoff is real: winters are long and hard at this elevation, with heavy snowpack from November through April and roads that demand a capable four-wheel-drive vehicle. Most owners treat their Scofield home as a primary mountain retreat, a short-term rental, or an ice-fishing and snowmobile base camp — Price, Utah is about 30 miles southeast, and Provo is roughly 65 miles north via US-6. Year-round residents typically rely on Price for groceries, medical care, and services. If that lifestyle fits what you're after, the sub-$500K price ceiling covers nearly the full range of available properties in town. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.
June 2026 · Scofield market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Scofield right now.
Median sale
$487,000
1 closed in June 2026
Median DOM
—
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
97.4%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
13
active + pending
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Common questions
About homes under $500k in Scofield.
What kinds of homes in Scofield typically come in under $500K? ▾
Most of what trades under $500K in Scofield is recreational: A-frames, log cabins, modular homes on acreage, and older single-family houses in the town proper. Lakefront or lake-view parcels push higher, but cabins set back in the trees or off Skyline Drive frequently land in the $250K–$450K range depending on size, road access, and whether they're winterized.
Is Scofield a year-round community or mostly seasonal? ▾
It's mostly seasonal. The town sits above 7,600 feet, and full-time residents number in the dozens. Many homes are second properties used heavily May through October and during snowmobile season. If you're shopping under $500K, ask whether the property has year-round road maintenance, a functioning well, and a heat source rated for sub-zero nights.
Do cabins under $500K usually have culinary water and septic? ▾
It varies. Some properties tie into the small Scofield town water system, others rely on private wells or hauled water, and septic is standard outside the town limits. Always check the water rights, septic inspection date, and whether the home is plumbed for year-round use versus summer-only — that distinction affects both financing and resale.
Can I finance a Scofield cabin under $500K with a conventional loan? ▾
Sometimes, but it depends on the property. Lenders look at year-round access, permanent foundation, and comparable sales. A-frames and modular cabins on dirt roads often need a portfolio lender or cash. Stick-built homes in the town with paved access and utilities tend to finance more easily with conventional or second-home loans.
How far is Scofield from Salt Lake City and Provo? ▾
Scofield is roughly 2 hours from Salt Lake and about 90 minutes from Provo via US-6 and SR-96. Price, Helper, and Spanish Fork are the closest larger towns for groceries and fuel. The drive crosses Soldier Summit, so winter travel time stretches during storms.
What's the appeal of buying near Scofield Reservoir specifically? ▾
Scofield Reservoir is a 2,800-acre lake known for ice fishing, trout, and quiet boating — no jet ski crowds like Strawberry. Homes within walking distance of the water or with reservoir views hold value well. Under $500K you're more likely to find lake-view than true lakefront, but both exist when inventory turns over.