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Single Story Homes for Sale in Washington Terrace, Utah
Washington Terrace sits on the bluffs just south of Ogden, and its housing stock is one of the main reasons single-level buyers gravitate here. The city grew out of WWII-era defense housing built for workers at Hill Field and the Ogden Defense Depot, so the original footprint is full of compact ramblers and post-war ranch homes on flat, walkable lots. Later subdivisions off Skyline Drive and around 4700 South added larger one-level builds from the 1970s through the 2000s, many with daylight basements that still keep the main living, kitchen, and primary bedroom on a single floor. For retirees downsizing from Ogden Valley, young families who want no stairs with toddlers, and anyone planning to age in place, the inventory here is unusually deep compared to newer Davis County cities where two-story builds dominate.
Pricing tends to run below Ogden's east bench and well under South Ogden, with most single-level homes trading in a range that's accessible to first-time buyers and fixed-income downsizers. Commuters get quick access to I-15 and 84, Hill Air Force Base is about 15 minutes south, and downtown Ogden's restaurants and the Junction are a short drive north. Winters bring real snow off the Wasatch, so a rambler with an attached garage and a flat driveway is a practical asset, not a luxury. Lot sizes vary widely — some original Terrace lots are tight at under a quarter acre, while pockets near 400 East open up considerably. Browse the active single-story listings below to see what's currently available.
May 2026 · Washington Terrace market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Washington Terrace right now.
Median sale
$385,000
7 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
23 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
98.5%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
20
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About single story homes in Washington Terrace.
How common are single-story homes in Washington Terrace? ▾
Very common. The city's post-war origins mean ramblers and ranch-style homes make up a large share of the housing stock, especially in the older central neighborhoods built in the late 1940s and 1950s. Newer two-story builds exist but are the minority here.
Do most single-level homes here have basements? ▾
Yes, basements are typical — many are full or daylight basements that add square footage without adding stairs to daily living. Buyers who want true single-level living with no basement at all are a smaller slice of the market, so it's worth specifying that in your search criteria.
What price range should I expect for a one-level home in Washington Terrace? ▾
Most single-story homes trade below the Weber County median, with older 3-bedroom ramblers often the most affordable entry points. Updated homes or larger ranches near Skyline Drive push higher. Pricing here generally undercuts South Ogden and the Ogden east bench.
Are these homes a good fit for aging in place? ▾
Many are. Original Terrace floor plans put the kitchen, living room, primary bedroom, and full bath all on the main floor, and lots tend to be flat with minimal grade changes — useful for mobility down the road. Some buyers add a walk-in shower or widen doorways as low-cost accessibility upgrades.
How old are most of the single-story homes in this city? ▾
The bulk were built between 1945 and 1965, with smaller waves of construction in the 70s, 80s, and 2000s. Expect to see original hardwood under carpet in many older homes, and budget for potential updates to electrical panels, windows, and HVAC in the oldest inventory.
What's the commute like from Washington Terrace to Hill AFB or Salt Lake? ▾
Hill Air Force Base is roughly 15 minutes south via I-15, and downtown Salt Lake City runs about 40 minutes in normal traffic. FrontRunner commuter rail is accessible from the Ogden station just north of the city, which is a draw for SLC-bound workers who want a quieter, more affordable home base.