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Investment Properties for Sale in Stockton, Utah
Stockton is a small town of around 700 residents on the south end of Rush Valley, about seven miles south of Tooele City and roughly 45 minutes from downtown Salt Lake City via SR-36 and I-80. For investors, the appeal is straightforward: entry prices run well below the Wasatch Front, lot sizes tend to be generous, and rental demand is anchored by steady employers like the Tooele Army Depot, US Magnesium on the shores of the Great Salt Lake, and the warehouse corridor expanding around Lake Point and Grantsville. Inventory is thin — Stockton sees a fraction of the listing volume of nearby Tooele — so investors here are often patient buyers waiting on the right single-family rental, fixer, or buildable parcel rather than choosing from a deep pool.
The math in Stockton looks different than it does in Salt Lake or Utah County. Older mining-era homes can need significant rehab (septic, well, electrical), but cap rates often hold up better because acquisition costs stay reasonable while rents track the broader Tooele Valley market. Larger parcels also open the door to ADUs, shops, or small horse setups that command rent premiums. Short-term rental demand is limited compared to St. George or Park City, so most investors here underwrite for long-term tenants tied to the local job base. Browse the active Stockton listings below to see what's currently on the market and where the numbers might work.
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
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Common questions
About investment properties in Stockton.
What kinds of investment properties show up in Stockton? ▾
Most of what trades in Stockton is single-family rentals on larger lots, older homes that need rehab, and occasional small acreage parcels suitable for build-to-rent or manufactured housing. True multi-unit buildings are rare here — if you want a duplex or fourplex, you'll usually have to look toward Tooele or Grantsville. Land plays and fix-and-flip opportunities come up more often than turnkey rentals.
Who rents in Stockton? ▾
Tenant demand comes largely from workers at the Tooele Army Depot, US Magnesium, Rio Tinto's Kennecott operations, and the growing warehouse and logistics corridor along I-80. Families priced out of Tooele City often look at Stockton for cheaper rent with a short commute. Expect blue-collar, long-term renters rather than transient or student tenants.
How do Stockton rents compare to purchase prices? ▾
Stockton tends to pencil better than Salt Lake County on a rent-to-price basis because acquisition costs are lower while rents track the broader Tooele Valley market. A 3-bed single-family that might rent for $1,800–$2,200 can sometimes be picked up well under comparable Wasatch Front pricing. Always verify with current comps — the inventory is thin and individual deals vary widely.
Are short-term rentals allowed in Stockton? ▾
Stockton Town is small and STR rules are less developed than in tourist markets like Park City or Moab. Demand for nightly rentals is also limited — there's no major draw beyond Stockton Bar and Rush Lake recreation. Before banking on Airbnb income, contact Stockton Town offices directly and check Tooele County ordinances for the specific parcel.
What should I watch for on older Stockton homes? ▾
Stockton dates back to the 1860s mining era, so housing stock skews old. Inspect for knob-and-tube wiring, galvanized plumbing, failing septic systems (much of town is not on sewer), and well water quality. Foundation and roof age matter a lot here, and rehab budgets can balloon if you skip a thorough inspection.
How far is Stockton from Salt Lake City for management purposes? ▾
Stockton sits about 40 miles southwest of downtown Salt Lake City, roughly 50 minutes via I-80 and SR-36. That's close enough to self-manage if you're based on the Wasatch Front, but most out-of-area owners use a Tooele-based property manager to handle showings and maintenance calls.