bds
|
ba
|
sqft
ac lot
|
car garage
|
|
Homes with Casitas & Guest Houses in Stockton, Utah
[{"intro":"
Stockton is a quiet town of around 700 people tucked against the Oquirrh Mountains in Tooele County, and it's one of the few Wasatch-adjacent communities where buyers can still find homes on real acreage without driving three hours from the airport. Lot sizes here run larger than in Tooele City or Grantsville, which is exactly why properties with casitas and detached guest houses show up on the MLS more often than you'd expect for a town this size. Owners use the extra structure for aging parents, adult kids saving for their own place, a separate home office, or long-term rental income from workers at Kennecott or the Tooele Army Depot.
Climate-wise, Stockton sits at about 5,100 feet — cold winters with real snow, dry summers in the 90s, and the kind of dark night skies you lose the moment you cross back over to the Salt Lake side of the Oquirrhs. That matters for guest-house buyers because casitas here are typically built for four-season use with proper insulation, dedicated HVAC, and often their own propane or natural gas service. Zoning in and around Stockton is more permissive about accessory dwellings than most Wasatch Front cities, but rules vary between town limits and unincorporated Tooele County, so verify what's allowed before you write an offer. Browse the active casita and guest house listings below to see what's currently on the market.
"}]May 2026 · Stockton market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Stockton right now.
Median sale
$705,000
2 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
151 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
97.2%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
5
active + pending
1 matching · page 1 of 1
Active listings
Prefer the map?
See all 1 homes with casitas & guest houses on a map
Pan around Stockton and refine by drawing your own boundary.
Common questions
About homes with casitas & guest houses in Stockton.
Are casitas common in Stockton, Utah? ▾
They're not as common here as in St. George or Washington County, but Stockton's larger lots and rural zoning make detached guest quarters practical to build. Many properties on the edges of town sit on a half-acre or more, which gives room for an accessory structure without crowding the main house. Inventory turns over slowly, so when a casita listing hits the MLS it's worth a quick look.
Can I rent out a casita as a short-term or long-term rental in Stockton? ▾
Stockton is a small town in Tooele County with its own ordinances, and short-term rental rules can differ from Tooele City or unincorporated county land. Long-term rentals of an accessory dwelling are generally more accepted than nightly rentals. Always confirm with the Stockton town office and check the property's specific zoning before counting on rental income.
What do buyers typically use guest houses for out here? ▾
Multigenerational living is the biggest driver — aging parents, adult kids, or extended family who want their own space. Others use them as a home office, art studio, or housing for someone working at the nearby Rio Tinto Kennecott operation or commuting to Tooele. A few owners rent them out long-term to offset the mortgage.
Do casita properties in Stockton cost much more than standard homes? ▾
Expect a meaningful premium — often $50,000 to $150,000 over a comparable single-structure home, depending on the casita's size, finishes, and whether it has a full kitchen. Properties with permitted, fully separate guest houses on acreage command the top end. Unpermitted additions sell for less but can create financing headaches.
Will lenders count casita square footage and rental income? ▾
Most lenders will appraise the casita as part of the property's overall value if it's permitted and built to code. Counting projected rental income toward loan qualification is tougher and usually requires a documented lease history or an appraiser's rent schedule. Talk to a local lender familiar with Tooele County accessory dwellings before writing an offer.
How far is Stockton from Salt Lake City and the airport? ▾
Stockton sits about 45 minutes southwest of Salt Lake City International Airport via I-80 and SR-36, just south of Tooele. That makes it workable for SLC commuters who want acreage and a guest house at a price point the Wasatch Front can't match anymore.