The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 84642 sells for about $345,000, or $185 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 62 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,260 a month.
ZIP 84642 — Manti
The housing market in 84642 remains stable with modest year-over-year price appreciation driven by limited inventory and steady local demand. While affordability remains a factor, the area continues to attract buyers seeking a rural lifestyle, supported by a consistent local economy.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with strong community ties and access to outdoor recreation, rather than urban commuters.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 4.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.8% · poverty 9.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 84642, Sanpete County UT
Manti experiences low crime rates consistent with rural Sanpete County, significantly lower than the Utah state average.
Schools in the area are primarily served by the South Sanpete School District, which is generally characterized by small class sizes and community-focused educational environments.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including wildfire potential in surrounding mountainous terrain and occasional winter weather impacts.
Economic momentum is driven by local agriculture, education, and small-scale service industries, with steady but modest development activity.
Property taxes are assessed by Sanpete County based on fair market value, with rates determined by local school district and municipal levies.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling to regional employment hubs in Ephraim or further north toward the Provo-Orem area.
The area offers significant access to outdoor recreation including the Manti-La Sal National Forest, local parks, and proximity to regional trails and hunting grounds.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and steady demand, with rents reflecting the rural nature of the local economy.
The local economy is anchored by agriculture, public education, and local government services, with a stable employment base.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use along the US-89 corridor, which serves as the primary artery for the region.
Development is primarily focused on small-scale residential infill and local infrastructure maintenance.
Sanpete County Assessor manages property valuations based on annual market analysis and state-mandated assessment cycles.
Parcels are subject to South Sanpete School District levies and local municipal utility districts.
Property insurance premiums are generally stable but reflect regional wildfire risk factors common to central Utah.
Data retrieved from U.S. Census Bureau ACS profiles for ZCTA 84642.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Palisade State Park4.64.2 mi
- Canyon View Park4.47 mi
- Sno Cap Lanes4.27 mi
- Gunnison Park4.511.4 mi
- SouthTowne Theatre4.46.8 mi
- Palisade State Park4.64.2 mi
- Manti City Park4.50.6 mi
- Canyon View Park4.47 mi
- Gunnison Park4.511.4 mi
- Palisade Golf Course4.83.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Extensive public lands for hiking, camping, and outdoor activities.
Central community space for local events and recreation.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.