St. George Utah Real Estate Blog

July 4, 2026

June 2026 Southern Utah Real Estate Market Update

June was an interesting month for the Washington County real estate market. Pending sales jumped, inventory increased, and homes moved a little faster than they did last June. At the same time, prices eased below last summer’s highs, which gives both buyers and sellers something to pay attention to.

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June 23, 2026

Southern Utah Weather: Sunshine, Rain, Drought and Water

Weather is one of the biggest reasons people fall in love with Southern Utah. St. George, Hurricane, Washington, Ivins, and Santa Clara get long stretches of sun, mild winters, low humidity, and enough seasonal variety to keep life interesting.

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June 2, 2026

St. George Market Update May 2026 | Washington County

If you have been watching the Southern Utah market and feeling unsure which way it is heading, the May numbers give a clear answer. We have more homes for sale, homes are selling a little quicker, and prices are still moving up. That is a healthier and more balanced market than we have seen in a while, and it gives both buyers and sellers something to work with.

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May 22, 2026

Waiting on Rates to Buy in St. George? Why That Plan Often Backfires

A buyer I was talking with last week put it about as plainly as it gets. She said she loved a place out in Little Valley, but she was going to sit tight until rates came down, then jump back in. I hear some version of that almost every week right now, and I understand the logic. Nobody wants to lock in a payment higher than it has to be. The trouble is that the plan tends to do the opposite of what people expect.

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May 18, 2026

RV Garage Checklist: What to Measure Before You Buy in Southern Utah

If you're shopping for an RV garage home in Southern Utah, you already know the problem. Listings throw around terms like "RV garage," "extended bay," and "toy hauler garage" without much consistency. One seller's 40-foot RV garage is another buyer's disappointment once you show up with a tape measure and find a water heater closet eating three feet off the back wall.

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May 12, 2026

Builder Incentives in St. George and Hurricane: How to Compare Rate Buydowns, Credits, and Price Cuts in 2026

New construction is a big part of the St. George and Hurricane market, and in 2026 a lot of builders are using incentives to keep homes moving. You’ll see phrases like “flex cash,” “closing cost credit,” or “rate buydown”, and the deals can look amazing at first glance.

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May 4, 2026

New Construction in Hurricane and St. George: 15 Questions to Ask Before You Sign

New construction is a big part of the Southern Utah market right now, especially in Hurricane, Washington, and the growing edges of St. George. I love new homes for a lot of reasons: clean slate, modern layouts, energy efficiency, and usually less immediate maintenance.

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May 1, 2026

April 2026 Greater St. George Market Update: Inventory Is Up, Prices Are Holding Steady

The April 2026 residential market numbers for Greater St. George and Washington County show a market that is more balanced than the ultra-tight conditions we saw a few years ago. Inventory is higher, homes are taking longer to sell, and buyers have more choices.

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April 28, 2026

Should You Wait for a Better Mortgage Rate in Southern Utah?

If you’ve been watching mortgage headlines and waiting for the “perfect” rate before buying a home in St. George, Hurricane, Washington, Ivins, or greater Southern Utah, you’re not alone. A lot of buyers are still hoping rates will dip a little more before they make a move.

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April 27, 2026

Why “Move-In Ready” Homes Still Win in St. George and Hurricane

If you’ve been watching homes for sale around St. George and Hurricane, you’ve probably noticed something that feels contradictory: some listings sit for weeks, while others get snatched up fast.

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