Selling Landlocked Land in Utah: What You Need to Know
What Is Landlocked Land?
Landlocked land is a parcel that has no legal access to a public road. In Utah, this is more common than you might think—especially in rural counties where land was subdivided without clear easement rights.
If you own land that can’t be accessed without crossing someone else’s property, selling it the traditional way can be incredibly difficult. But the good news is: you still have options, including selling to a local cash buyer who purchases land as-is.
Why Landlocked Land Is Hard to Sell
Traditional buyers often shy away from landlocked lots because:
- There’s no driveway or road access
- They can’t get utilities to the lot
- Building permits may be denied without legal access
- Financing is difficult or impossible
On top of that, many landlocked parcels are inherited or gifted—so the owner may not even know all the legal details until they try to sell.
Can You Sell Landlocked Land in Utah?
Yes, but it may take extra effort. Here are the main options:
1. Secure an Easement
An easement gives you legal access through a neighboring property. There are two main types:
- Voluntary Easement: You get written permission (and often pay) a neighbor for access.
- Prescriptive Easement: If you’ve accessed the land openly and continuously for years, Utah law may recognize your right to continue using that access.
Getting an easement can dramatically increase the value of your land—but it’s not always possible.
2. Sell It As-Is for Cash
Many landowners choose to sell landlocked land “as-is” to a cash buyer—skipping the legal process and agent fees. You get a fast payout without the headache of resolving access issues yourself.
At Scout Peak Home Buyers, we purchase all types of land in Utah, including:
- Landlocked lots
- Inherited land
- Rural land with no utilities
- Unbuildable parcels
- Land with unclear titles or boundaries
Why Cash Buyers Are a Good Fit for Landlocked Land
Most real estate agents won’t want to list landlocked land, and traditional buyers are unlikely to qualify for a mortgage.
That’s why working with a direct buyer is often the fastest and most stress-free route.
Benefits of selling landlocked land for cash:
- No agent fees or commissions
- No need to fix title issues
- Close in days or weeks
- Avoid property taxes and maintenance
- Free up cash for other goals
Who Buys Landlocked Land in Utah?
We do.
Scout Peak Home Buyers is a local land and house buyer in Utah. We work with sellers across the state—including in Salt Lake County, Tooele, Utah County, Washington County, and rural areas.
Whether your land was passed down through family or you’ve just held it for years without a plan, we can make you a fair cash offer and take it off your hands.
How It Works
- Tell us about your land (we buy single lots or multiple parcels)
- We research zoning, access, and ownership status
- Get a no-obligation cash offer
- Close on your schedule—fast
Even if your land is stuck in probate, has co-owners, or needs legal cleanup, we’ll guide you through the process and make it simple.
Ready to Sell Landlocked Land in Utah?
Don’t let taxes and maintenance costs pile up while your land sits unused.
If you’re tired of holding onto land you can’t use, contact Scout Peak Home Buyers. We’ll make a fair, all-cash offer for your landlocked property—no matter its condition, size, or location.
Get in touch today to find out what your land is worth.