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3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Homes for Sale in Thompson, Utah
Thompson Springs — usually just called Thompson — is a quiet stop along I-70 in Grand County, about 40 minutes north of Moab and a world away from Wasatch Front traffic. Three-bedroom, two-bath homes here are the practical sweet spot: enough room for a family or a remote-work setup with a guest room, without the maintenance load of a larger property. Most homes sit on generous lots with red-rock and Book Cliffs views, and many include outbuildings, RV parking, or room for horses. Expect a mix of older manufactured homes on permanent foundations, modest stick-built ranchers from the 70s and 80s, and the occasional newer custom build on acreage.
Buyers drawn to a 3/2 in Thompson are typically after one of three things: a low-cost base camp near Arches and Canyonlands, a quieter alternative to Moab's tight inventory and higher prices, or land and elbow room that's still within a reasonable drive of Grand Junction's airport and hospitals. Utilities matter here — most properties are on well and septic, propane heat is common, and internet is usually fixed wireless or Starlink. Winters are mild compared to northern Utah, summers run hot but dry, and the night skies are genuinely dark. Browse the active 3 bed, 2 bath listings below to see what's currently available in and around Thompson Springs.
October 2025 · Thompson market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Thompson right now.
Median sale
$270,000
1 closed in October 2025
Median DOM
122 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
94.7%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
9
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About 3 bed 2 bath homes in Thompson.
How many 3 bed, 2 bath homes are usually for sale in Thompson Springs? ▾
Thompson Springs is a tiny unincorporated community off I-70 with a population in the double digits, so active inventory is almost always in the single digits — sometimes zero. When a 3/2 does hit the market, it tends to sit for a while because the buyer pool is small, which can work in your favor on price.
What do 3 bed, 2 bath homes in Thompson typically cost? ▾
Pricing here runs well below the Wasatch Front and even below nearby Moab. Most 3/2 homes in Thompson Springs trade in the low-to-mid six figures depending on lot size, condition, and whether the well and septic are in working order. Land-heavy parcels with an older home can sometimes be had for less.
Is the water culinary or well in Thompson Springs? ▾
Most properties rely on private wells or hauled water, and septic systems handle waste — there is no municipal water or sewer. Before writing an offer, ask for well logs, recent water tests, and septic inspection records. This is a critical due-diligence item out here.
How far is Thompson Springs from Moab and Grand Junction? ▾
Thompson Springs sits about 40 minutes northwest of Moab and roughly 90 minutes west of Grand Junction, Colorado. The I-70 access makes it a practical base if you work in Moab tourism but want cheaper land, or if you commute occasionally into western Colorado.
Are these homes a good fit for short-term rentals? ▾
Grand County has tightened nightly rental rules considerably, and Thompson Springs is not a permitted overlay zone for new STRs the way parts of Moab are. If income is your goal, verify current county zoning and any existing legal nonconforming use directly with Grand County before relying on rental projections.
What should I inspect carefully on an older 3/2 out here? ▾
Roof condition, well output and water quality, septic age, propane tank ownership, and the electrical panel are the big five. Many homes are 1970s–1990s vintage with mixed updates. Wind exposure is significant, so siding, windows, and roof fasteners take a beating and deserve a close look.