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Homes Under $300,000 in Tooele, Utah
Tooele has quietly become one of the most practical entry points into Utah homeownership on the Wasatch Front. Sitting roughly 35 miles southwest of Salt Lake City via I-80, the city of about 38,000 offers a small-town feel without sacrificing access to major employers — Tooele Army Depot, Kem C. Gardner-tracked logistics companies along the I-80 corridor, and the growing inland port activity have all kept local wages and demand relatively steady. Homes under $300,000 still exist here in a meaningful way, a contrast to Salt Lake County neighborhoods where that budget often rules out single-family homes entirely. Tooele County's lower land costs and newer subdivisions on the west bench — areas like Erda, Settlement Canyon corridor, and established neighborhoods near Tooele High — give buyers real options: townhomes, older ranch-style homes, and occasionally move-in-ready three-bedroom houses that simply wouldn't pencil at this price point 40 miles east.
Buyers working with a $300K ceiling in Tooele should expect to weigh a few trade-offs honestly. Homes in this range may carry older mechanical systems, smaller square footage in the 1,000–1,500 sq ft range, or lots with limited landscaping in newer phases still building out. That said, Tooele Valley's roughly 300 days of sunshine annually, access to outdoor recreation at Settlement Canyon Reservoir and the Stansbury Mountains, and Tooele City School District's improving facilities make the value proposition genuine. Financing matters here too — FHA and USDA loan eligibility (parts of the county qualify) can stretch purchasing power considerably at this price tier. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.
June 2026 · Tooele market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Tooele right now.
Median sale
$400,000
52 closed in June 2026
Median DOM
—
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
98.8%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
204
active + pending
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Common questions
About homes under $300k in Tooele.
What kind of homes can I actually get under $300K in Tooele? ▾
Most listings in this range are 2-3 bedroom ramblers built between the 1940s and 1980s, manufactured homes on owned lots, and smaller townhomes or condos. Square footage typically runs 900-1,400 sq ft. Newer construction at this price is rare — when it appears, it's usually a townhome in Overlake or a small condo.
Is Tooele a reasonable commute to Salt Lake City? ▾
Yes, but plan for traffic. I-80 over the Lake Point pass into Salt Lake runs 35-45 minutes off-peak and can stretch to an hour during rush hour or winter storms. Many buyers in this price range work at the Tooele Army Depot, US Magnesium, or the Salt Lake International Center, which cuts the drive significantly.
Are fixer-uppers common at this price point? ▾
Fairly common. A meaningful share of sub-$300K Tooele homes need updates — older roofs, original windows, dated kitchens, or aging furnaces. FHA 203(k) and Fannie Mae HomeStyle renovation loans are worth asking your lender about if you're open to putting in some work.
How does Tooele compare to Grantsville or Stansbury Park on price? ▾
Tooele City has the deepest sub-$300K inventory. Grantsville trends slightly higher because lots are larger and the town has a more rural feel. Stansbury Park's older sections occasionally dip under $300K for townhomes or smaller homes, but newer construction there typically starts in the mid-$400s.
What property taxes and HOA costs should I expect? ▾
Tooele County property tax rates are competitive — primary residences get the 45% residential exemption, so effective rates run roughly 0.55-0.75% of market value. HOA fees only apply in specific subdivisions like parts of Overlake or Stansbury; most older Tooele City homes have no HOA.
Will my offer face bidding wars in this price range? ▾
It depends on condition and timing. Clean, move-in-ready homes under $300K still draw multiple offers within days, especially in spring. Homes needing work sit longer and leave room to negotiate. Getting fully underwritten pre-approval before you tour gives you a real edge.