The story of this market
The typical home in St. George, Utah sells for about $504,163, or $272 per square foot.
Prices are up +6.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 44 days to sell.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+1.3%
UT · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
St. George, Utah
The St. George housing market is currently in a period of stabilization, with median prices hovering around $500,000 to $550,000. While inventory has increased, providing more options for buyers, the city's strong population growth continues to support demand. The market is transitioning toward a more balanced environment compared to the rapid appreciation seen in previous years.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to St. George yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.
Deterministic aggregate of 2 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved up 0.7% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 69 days on market with 1.9 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
8% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 44.17% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) — a stable, low-distress profile.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A vast protected area offering extensive hiking and biking trails that define the city's outdoor-centric lifestyle.
A prominent local golf facility that serves as a key recreational anchor for residents and visitors.
St. George is an ideal fit for families seeking an active outdoor lifestyle, retirees drawn to the climate and recreation, and professionals relocating for the city's growing economic base. The market offers a mix of suburban housing and master-planned communities that cater to those looking for a balance between urban amenities and proximity to nature.
The city is served by the Washington County School District, which maintains a broad range of public educational facilities across the region. Schools in the area are generally characterized by steady performance metrics and are a primary focus for families relocating to the city.
The city is primarily served by I-15, which provides the main transit corridor for regional commuting and logistics. Local transit options are limited, making personal vehicle ownership the standard for daily commuting.
St. George is a premier destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering immediate access to world-class hiking, mountain biking, and rock climbing in the nearby Red Cliffs National Conservation Area and Zion National Park. The city features an extensive network of local parks, golf courses, and community trails that serve as a central pillar of the local lifestyle and property value.
The rental market in St. George is characterized by high demand driven by the city's status as a regional employment and education center. Vacancy rates remain relatively tight, and the presence of short-term rentals is a notable factor in certain neighborhoods, impacting long-term housing availability.
The economy is anchored by tourism, healthcare, and education, with significant growth in professional services. The city acts as the primary commercial center for Southern Utah, benefiting from consistent regional investment.
St. George serves as the primary economic hub of Southern Utah, with significant momentum driven by tourism, healthcare, and a growing professional services sector. Infrastructure development is ongoing to support rapid population expansion, with major projects focused on expanding utility capacity and regional transportation corridors.
Development is focused on expanding residential capacity in the city's periphery to accommodate rapid population growth. Infrastructure projects are currently prioritizing utility and road capacity to support these new master-planned communities.
Parcels in St. George are subject to various special service districts, including those for water, sewer, and fire protection, which are integrated into the property tax structure.
The region faces environmental considerations typical of the high desert, including wildfire risk in surrounding wildland-urban interfaces and occasional flash flood risks in low-lying areas. Insurance premiums are influenced by these regional climate factors and the necessity for specialized coverage in certain zones.
Property insurance in the area is influenced by regional wildfire and flood risk profiles, with premiums reflecting the high-desert climate and the necessity for comprehensive coverage.
Property taxes in St. George are administered at the county level through the Washington County Assessor, with rates determined by a combination of municipal, county, and school district levies. There are no specific city-level income taxes, and property tax exemptions are available for primary residences as per Utah state law.
Data retrieved from U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and ACS 5-Year Estimates.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.