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Smithfield, Utah

Homes with Pools for Sale in Smithfield, Utah

Smithfield sits at the northern end of Cache Valley, tucked against the Wellsville Mountains at roughly 4,600 feet elevation — and that altitude shapes everything about owning a pool here. Summers are genuinely warm, with July highs routinely reaching the upper 80s to low 90s, but the swimming season is noticeably shorter than in southern Utah. Most Smithfield pool owners are realistically in the water from late May through early September — about 14 to 16 weeks — which means buyers weighing the cost of pool ownership should think carefully about how they'll use that window. On the upside, Cache Valley's semi-arid climate keeps summer humidity low, making an afternoon in the pool genuinely refreshing rather than a necessity for survival the way it is in St. George's 110-degree July heat. Smithfield's small-town character — roughly 12,000 residents, quiet streets, large lots common in established neighborhoods — also means that when a pool home does hit the market, it usually comes with the yard space to actually enjoy it.

Homes with pools in Smithfield represent a relatively small slice of the overall inventory in Cache County. Because the valley's older housing stock was built before backyard pools were common in northern Utah, most pool homes here are either newer construction or properties where a previous owner added an in-ground pool as a significant upgrade. That dynamic tends to push pool homes into a higher price tier — expect to pay a meaningful premium over comparable non-pool properties in the same neighborhood. Schools feeding into the Cache County School District, easy access to USU in nearby Logan (about 8 miles south), and a commute to Salt Lake City of roughly 80 miles via US-91 and I-15 round out the lifestyle picture. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.

June 2026 · Smithfield market

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

Full Smithfield market report
Median sale
$531,630
11 closed in June 2026
Median DOM
10 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
100.3%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
104
active + pending

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Active listings

Common questions

About homes with pools in Smithfield.

How long is the pool season in Smithfield?

Realistically, late May through mid-September for unheated pools. Smithfield's elevation and Cache Valley nights keep water temps cool, so most owners install gas or heat-pump heaters and use solar covers to get a solid four-to-five-month season. Indoor pools and pool houses are the workaround for year-round swimming.

Are pools common in Smithfield homes?

No — they're fairly rare. Cache Valley buyers tend to prioritize shop buildings, horse property, and acreage over pools, so at any given time you may only see a handful of pool homes active on the MLS in Smithfield. That scarcity usually means the homes that do have pools are larger custom builds.

What should I check on the inspection for a Smithfield pool home?

Freeze damage is the big one. Cache Valley winters regularly dip below zero, so ask about the winterization history, the condition of the plumbing lines, the heater, and whether the pool has been drained or covered properly in past seasons. A pool-specific inspector is worth the cost up here.

Do Smithfield pool homes use culinary or secondary water to fill?

Most fill initially from the home's culinary connection, then top off as needed. Smithfield does have pressurized secondary (irrigation) water in many areas, but it's generally not plumbed for pool use because of debris and treatment concerns. Confirm the source with the seller and the city before closing.

What's the typical price range for a home with a pool in Smithfield?

Pool homes here usually start well above the Smithfield median and often land in the upper price tiers for Cache County, since they tend to be custom builds on larger lots. Pricing shifts with the market, so check the active listings below for current figures.

Are there HOA or city restrictions on backyard pools?

Smithfield City requires permits, proper fencing (typically a 6-foot enclosure with self-latching gates), and setback compliance. Most of Smithfield is not under an HOA, but a few newer subdivisions have CC&Rs that affect fencing height or pool placement — always pull the recorded documents before writing an offer.