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Horse Properties for Sale in Smithfield, Utah
Smithfield sits at the northern end of Cache Valley, tucked against the foothills of the Bear River Mountains at roughly 4,570 feet elevation — and it has long attracted buyers who want acreage, animals, and a genuine agricultural community without sacrificing proximity to Logan's amenities. Horse properties in Smithfield typically mean something real: zoning that permits equine keeping, usable flat pasture fed by irrigation water rights, and lots that run anywhere from one to ten-plus acres. The city's AG and RE zones accommodate horses on parcels as small as one acre in some cases, though serious equestrian setups — barn, arena, tack room, multiple stalls — generally sit on two acres or more. Cache Valley's rich farming heritage means neighbors understand what it means to keep livestock, and you won't get HOA pushback for a manure pile or a round pen.
The tradeoff worth knowing upfront: Cache Valley winters are cold and snowy, with January lows regularly dipping into the single digits and seasonal snowpack that can run deep. That means budgeting for quality barn insulation, heated water lines or tank heaters, and a solid hay storage plan before the first hard freeze in October or November. On the upside, the valley floor stays relatively flat, making trail access and pasture maintenance manageable, and the mountains directly east of town offer riding terrain that trail riders genuinely travel to reach. Prices for horse properties in Smithfield have historically run from the mid-$400,000s for modest acreage homes up to $900,000 or more for turnkey equestrian setups with full barn infrastructure. 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.
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
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Common questions
About horse properties in Smithfield.
How much land do I need for horses in Smithfield? ▾
Inside Smithfield city limits, the general rule of thumb is one acre minimum for the first large animal with additional space required per additional head, though the exact count depends on your zone (A-10, RA, RE, etc.). Properties in unincorporated Cache County just outside the city tend to allow higher density. Always pull the parcel's zoning report before writing an offer.
Do horse properties in Smithfield usually come with water rights? ▾
Many do, but not all. Smithfield Irrigation Company shares are the most common form of secondary water for pasture, and homes on the east bench often have stockwater rights as well. Shares are listed separately on the title and have real dollar value — confirm in writing which shares transfer at closing and whether any annual assessments are outstanding.
What's the typical price range for an equestrian property here? ▾
Smaller hobby setups on 1-2 acres with a basic barn and arena generally trade in the $650K-$850K range. Larger spreads of 5+ acres with quality barns, indoor arenas, or canyon-adjacent locations can run $1M to $1.5M+. Bare land suitable for building a horse property still occasionally comes up between $200K-$400K per parcel.
Is winter a problem for keeping horses in Cache Valley? ▾
Cache Valley winters are genuinely cold — temperatures sit in the teens and twenties for stretches, and inversions trap fog in the valley floor. Most local horse owners run heated stock tanks, keep frost-free hydrants, and plan for snow load on outbuildings. It's manageable, but barn design and water lines need to be built for it.
How close are vets, farriers, and feed stores? ▾
Smithfield and the surrounding Cache Valley have a strong large-animal vet network — Cache Valley Veterinary, Logan River Veterinary, and several mobile farriers all service the area. IFA Country Store sits in Logan about 10 minutes south, and local hay producers sell direct off the field through summer and fall.
Can I ride directly from properties near Smithfield Canyon? ▾
Yes, parcels on the east edge of town near Canyon Road and the mouth of Smithfield Canyon often have either direct access or a very short trailer haul to Forest Service trails climbing into the Bear River Range. It's one of the main reasons buyers pay a premium for east-bench locations versus west-side parcels.