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Sunset is one of Davis County's smallest and most affordable cities, occupying roughly one square mile south of Clinton and north of Clearfield. The housing stock is predominantly 1950s–1970s single-family homes and duplexes originally built for Hill AFB personnel. With a population around 5,500, Sunset has a village-like feel while sitting minutes from I-15 and the Clearfield FrontRunner station. Investors find Sunset attractive for its low acquisition costs and strong rental yields, purchase prices are among the lowest in Davis County, while rents benefit from proximity to Hill AFB and commercial amenities on Main Street. The city has invested in streetscape improvements and park upgrades to enhance curb appeal. Properties requiring cosmetic updates can often be acquired well below replacement cost.
Work with experienced agents who know the Sunset neighborhoods and schools. We provide data-driven pricing, professional marketing, and smooth contract-to-close coordination for buyers and sellers.
Ondo pairs neighborhood-level pricing, prep, and negotiation support with the realities of a $345K median home market in Sunset.
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Median Home Price
$345K
Median Rent
$1,300/mo
Population
5,500
Annual Growth
1.0%
Avg Days on Market
18
Owner-Occupied
58%
Ondo city medians as of Aug 2026 — verify. Not an MLS pull, appraisal, BPO, or CMA. Population and annual growth are approximate and are not tied to a named public source here. Check the U.S. Census Bureau for official figures.
Sunset is a small-town pocket within the Davis County suburban sprawl. Main Street has a handful of local businesses, a pizza shop, and a gas station, it's not a destination, but it's convenient. The FrontRunner station in Clearfield is a 5-minute drive for SLC commuters. City parks host pick-up basketball and evening walks. Shopping and dining happen in Clearfield or Layton, both 5–10 minutes away. Sunset Fun Days in summer is a neighborhood-scale celebration with bounce houses, food trucks, and a community talent show. The pace is small-town and affordable relative to Layton and Kaysville.
Notable local spots: Sunset Civic Center, Main Street shops, Bamberger Railroad heritage marker.
We serve the entire Sunset area and surrounding communities in Davis County, including all listed ZIP codes.
Key Neighborhoods
District: Davis School District
Sunset Elementary, Sunset Junior High, Clearfield High School
Small city adjacent to Hill Air Force Base with affordable post-war housing stock.
Local Landmarks
Winter in Sunset
Winter is historically the slowest listing season in Sunset. Use this time to complete renovations and be ready to list in February/March for spring demand.
Spring in Sunset
Spring is prime acquisition season in Sunset. Get your financing pre-approved in January so you can move fast when the right property comes to market.
Summer in Sunset
Summer lease-ups in Sunset are fastest of the year. If you have a vacancy in June–August, it should fill in 7–14 days when priced correctly.
Fall in Sunset
Fall brings motivated sellers around Sunset. Properties that didn't sell in spring/summer often see price reductions, which is an opportunity for patient buyers.
We also serve Sunset addresses in ZIP 84015. Each of those ZIPs is shared with another city and has its page there.
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Founder
Pranay founded Ondo Real Estate and built the platform behind the owner and tenant portals. He started in software and moved into real estate, and he still works with clients directly.
Contact OndoBuyer-broker compensation is negotiated and written into a buyer-broker agreement before we tour homes. A seller offer of compensation is not automatic. We explain the agreement, including what you might pay, before you sign. This is not a rebate offer.
Conventional loans can start as low as 3% down. FHA often requires 3.5%, VA and USDA can be 0% for eligible buyers. Your lender will confirm options.
Competitiveness varies by city and price band. We share current absorption rates, days on market, and strategy for winning in multiple-offer scenarios.
We protect your interests. We rarely recommend waiving protections; instead we tailor timelines, escalation terms, and credits to strengthen offers.
Plan for 2–3% of purchase price for lender, title, and prepaid items. We can pursue seller credits to offset costs where appropriate.
Yes. We help evaluate builders, negotiate upgrades, review timelines, and coordinate inspections. Compensation on new construction is also negotiated. It is not automatically covered by the builder. You will have a written buyer agreement before we tour.
Yes. We coordinate pricing, timing, and financing, often with leasebacks or extended closings, to minimize overlap and stress.
A good-faith deposit credited at closing. It signals commitment and is protected by your contract’s contingencies and timelines.
Many financed purchases close about 21–45 days after acceptance when the contract and file cooperate. Cash can be faster. Pre-approval and document readiness help keep timelines tight.
For sellers, we use professional photography, video, 3D tours, targeted digital ads, and agent networks to maximize exposure and results.
Light paint, landscaping refresh, lighting updates, deep clean, and minor repairs usually yield strong returns vs. cost and time.
Potentially. We can explore bridge loans, HELOCs, or contract terms that align both transactions with manageable risk.
Treat Sunset like any small Davis County market: pull comps, budget for older housing stock, and use professional management. For public safety, check Sunset Police and Utah DPS data for the specific block and several recent years rather than a city-wide headline. Lighting, locks, and maintenance are operational items we can address; they are not a substitute for current public data.
Most Sunset homes are 50–70 years old and show their age, expect original windows, aging HVAC systems, and dated kitchens. The upside is that purchase prices already reflect deferred maintenance, so investors buying at current basis can renovate strategically. A $20K–$35K update budget for kitchen, bath, flooring, and paint can transform a dated Sunset home into a competitive rental that commands rents comparable to Clinton or Clearfield properties.
Demand is price-sensitive and tied to Hill AFB, nearby retail jobs, Davis School District zoning, and the Clearfield FrontRunner commute to SLC. Turnover can be higher than in pricier Davis County cities, so budget for turns and competitive renewal pricing.
Call, book a time, or send a note. We serve Sunset and nearby Wasatch Front cities.
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