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Davis County, Utah
Cost of living, home prices, schools and neighborhoods
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.
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$345K
Median Home Price
$1,300/mo
Median Rent
5,500
Population
1.0%
Growth Rate
Avg Days on Market
18 days
Median Household Income
$55K
Owner-Occupied
58%
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.
Small city adjacent to Hill Air Force Base with affordable post-war housing stock.
walkable commercial strip with adjacent housing
closest to Clinton and Hill AFB access
borders Clearfield with FrontRunner proximity
Sunset is served by Davis School District. See the Davis School District guide.
Lowest median home prices in Davis County
Strong cash-flow yields on buy-and-hold rentals
Short drive to the Clearfield FrontRunner station and Main Street shops
Hill AFB employment base ensures consistent demand
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.
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