Weber County · Hill AFB Gateway

Roy, Utah
Real Estate & Hill AFB Homes

The closest city to Hill Air Force Base — Roy offers affordable homes, a strong military community, and some of the best value in Weber County. VA loan specialists ready to help.

(801) 915-4315

Roy Housing Market — 2026

Median Sale Price

$380K–$480K

↑ +7.8% YoY

Avg Days on Market

25 days

↑ Very fast-moving

Distance to Hill AFB

< 5 miles

↑ Closest city to base

Population

40,000+

↑ Stable military community

Roy Neighborhoods

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West Roy / Near Hill AFB

Military / Commuter

The closest residential area to Hill AFB's main gate — ideal for active duty and civilian base employees who want a 5-minute commute. Strong rental demand makes this area attractive for investors as well.

Typical price: $360K – $460K

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East Roy / Established Neighborhoods

Established / Family

East Roy features established neighborhoods with mature trees, larger lots, and a quieter suburban character. These homes tend to be larger and more affordable per square foot than comparable properties in Davis County.

Typical price: $380K – $500K

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New Construction Pockets

New Build / Modern

Several new subdivisions have emerged in Roy over the past few years, offering modern floor plans, energy-efficient builds, and open layouts at prices well below comparable new construction in Davis County.

Typical price: $420K – $550K

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Roy City Center

Affordable / Convenient

Roy's city center area offers convenient access to shopping, dining, and services along Riverdale Road. Affordable entry-level homes and condos make this area popular with first-time buyers and investors.

Typical price: $320K – $420K

Roy Schools

SchoolRating
Roy High SchoolB+
Fremont High SchoolA-
Roy Jr. HighB+
Sand Ridge Jr. HighB
Weber School DistrictB+

Life in Roy

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Hill AFB — 5 Minutes Away

Roy is the closest city to Hill Air Force Base — one of the largest Air Force installations in the US with 25,000+ employees. This creates enormous, stable demand for housing and makes Roy one of Utah's most recession-resistant markets.

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Strong Military Community

Roy has one of the highest concentrations of active duty, veteran, and civilian base employee households in Utah. VA loan specialists are common, and the community is welcoming to military families from day one.

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Best Affordability in Weber County

Roy offers some of the most affordable homes in Weber County while being minutes from Hill AFB and Ogden. For military families using VA loans, Roy is often the best combination of price, location, and community.

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Riverdale Road Convenience

Roy borders Riverdale — Utah's retail hub. Every major retailer, restaurant chain, and service provider is within 10 minutes. Costco, Home Depot, Target, and dozens of dining options are all close by.

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Snowbasin 30 Minutes Away

Snowbasin — host of the 2002 Winter Olympics — is just 30 minutes from Roy. Nordic Valley and Powder Mountain are equally close. World-class Utah powder without the Park City commute.

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FrontRunner Access

The Ogden FrontRunner station is just 10 minutes from Roy, connecting to Salt Lake City in 50 minutes. For dual-income families where one partner works in SLC, Roy offers an excellent quality-of-life balance.

Dr. David R. Haws

Dr. David R. Haws

Utah's "Dr. of Real Estate" — 19+ years helping military families, VA loan buyers, and Hill AFB employees find the right home in Roy and Weber County. I understand PCS timelines, VA appraisals, and how to close fast when orders come through.

(801) 915-4315

Frequently Asked Questions — Roy, Utah

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Whether you're PCSing to Hill AFB or looking for the best value in Weber County, Dr. Haws will guide you through every step. Get a free, no-obligation consultation today.

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