FSBO in Utah's Growing Market
Salt Lake City and the Wasatch Front have experienced significant growth. Median prices have risen to $500,000–$650,000 in many SLC-area markets. Utah is one of the most FSBO-friendly states — no attorney required, and the disclosure law is reasonable.
Step 1: Price for the Wasatch Front
The SLC metro spans multiple counties — Salt Lake, Utah (Provo/Orem), Davis, and Weber. Each has distinct pricing. Use the Utah Division of Real Estate's public sales data, Redfin, and Zillow for comps. The market has cooled from 2021 peaks — current days-on-market and list-to-sale ratios matter.
Step 2: Utah Disclosure Requirements
Utah requires a Seller Property Condition Disclosure. The form is comprehensive but manageable. Key areas: structural issues, radon (Utah is a moderate radon state), water/sewer type, and any HOA information.
Lead paint disclosure required for pre-1978 homes.
Step 3: List on UtahRealEstate.com MLS via Flat Fee
The dominant MLS in Utah is UtahRealEstate.com (the WFRMLS — Wasatch Front Regional MLS). Verify your flat fee service lists on this MLS specifically. Budget $300–$450.
Step 4: Offers and Title
Utah uses title companies for closing. No statewide real estate transfer tax. The standard offer form is the REPC (Real Estate Purchase Contract) — the Utah Association of Realtors form that buyers' agents commonly use.
Consider having a real estate attorney review the REPC ($200–$400 flat) if you're not familiar with it.
What FSBO Saves You in SLC
On a $575,000 home at 5%: