Most off-grid homesteader homes begin with years of planning, construction, trial and error, and countless weekends of work. Lots 223 & 224 offer a different path.
Located within Riverbed Ranch, one of the nation’s pioneering off grid agricultural communities, this property provides the opportunity to step into a completed homestead that is already established and ready to continue growing.
Situated on approximately 4.4 acres, these adjoining lots include a newly completed passive solar home, open land for agriculture, expansive desert and mountain views, and access to a community built around self reliance and neighborliness. The home was completed in Dec. 2025 and appraised at $545,000 in April 2026.
Property Highlights
• Approx. 4.4 acres across Lots 223 & 224 within Utah OSR Land Cooperative
• Newly completed Dec. 2025 passive solar ranch home
• Approximately 1,493 sq. ft. of living space
• 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
• Open floor plan with expansive south-facing windows
• Solar power integration noted in appraisal
• Properties include 6.3179 acre-feet of water shares and a finished 204′ deep well
• Modern kitchen and updated finishes throughout
• Located within an established off grid agricultural community
Passive Solar Design
The home was intentionally designed around passive solar principles.
A long wall of south facing windows fills the main living area with natural light while helping capture winter heat and connect the interior with the surrounding landscape. The open layout creates a spacious feel while preserving efficiency and simplicity.
Inside, the home features:
• Large open living and gathering space with custom Schmear painted floors
• Modern kitchen with custom cabinetry, flexible island/entertainment center with concealed wheels, butcher block counters and GE appliances
• Bright primary suite and guest room
• Two full bathrooms with mosaic tile floors
• Durable finishes chosen for practical country living
• 3 mini split AC/heating units
• Home is completed per code and move-in ready, but still needs minor personal interior touches added.
The design balances self reliance with comfort, making it suitable as a full time residence, retirement homestead, or family retreat.
Land and Homestead Potential
Unlike many rural properties that require years of infrastructure work before they become useful, these lots already provide a finished residence and room to continue building out your vision.
Potential uses include:
• Gardens and food production
• Greenhouses
• Orchard establishment
• Chickens and small livestock
• Workshops and agricultural structures
• Water harvesting systems
• Outdoor gathering spaces
• Expanded self reliance projects
• Includes: enlarged septic and RV dump, 2 independent solar systems, 40’ high cube container, 3 unassembled green houses (~32’x70’), 2-2500 gal. water tanks, approved plans for barn/garage
The open acreage allows future owners flexibility while still benefiting from Riverbed Ranch’s community environment.
Life at Riverbed Ranch
Riverbed Ranch is more than scattered rural lots.
It is a functioning off grid agricultural community where residents work toward producing their own food, water, and power while helping one another succeed.
Residents have built homes, greenhouses, orchards, animal systems, workshops, and community relationships in an environment focused on practical self reliance.
The community has also hosted educational events, tours, and homesteading classes that help others learn these skills.
For buyers seeking not only land but also community, Riverbed Ranch offers something increasingly difficult to find.
Location
Mailing address: 11840 N River Bottom Rd, Nephi, Utah 84648
GPS coordinates: 39.888380, -112.803530
Located in Utah’s west desert, Riverbed Ranch offers open space, brilliant stars at night, mountain views, and distance from the noise of city life while remaining within reach of Utah County and surrounding communities.
Appraisal Information
Independent appraisal completed April 21, 2026:
Appraised Value: $545,000
Property details confirmed by appraisal include:
• 4.4 acre site
• 2025 construction year
• 1,493 sq. ft. living area
• 2 bed / 2 bath layout
• Solar integration
Financing Information
* USDA, VA, Medical/Dental Industry financing available, also low down loans for 1st Responders (per Internet, check with your lender for details). Link for ~40 Utah lenders who provide lease held mortgages: https://fm.fanniemae.com/makerentcount/find-a-lender
Schedule a Tour
Photos tell part of the story.
Walking the property, seeing the home in person, and experiencing Riverbed Ranch provides a much fuller understanding of what life here can become.
Contact us to schedule a tour or learn more about Lots 223 & 224 and life at Riverbed Ranch. Please email your loan pre-qualification letter or proof of funds prior to requesting a showing to: Karl Schmidt – khscel@gmail.com