Desert Crest Homes for Sale in St. George, Utah
Desert Crest is a no-HOA neighborhood in the Desert Canyons area on the southeast side of St. George, off Southern Parkway. The newest listings are featured at the top of the page. Two things set it apart from its neighbors: the views and the flexibility. Built on elevated terrain, many homes here look out over Pine Valley Mountain and miles of red rock, and a good share of them are designed for multi-generational living or rental income.
The homes were built in 2017 and 2018, in a mix of single-level and two-story plans ranging from about 1,600 to 4,000 square feet with three to five bedrooms. There is no HOA, the neighborhood runs on Dixie Power with its lower electric rates, and RV parking is common throughout. For buyers who want a newer home with a great view and room to make it their own, Desert Crest delivers.
Buying or Selling in Desert Crest?The view a home captures and whether it has a basement apartment or flexible suite make a real difference in value here. Call or text me at
435-200-5508 or and I will tell you what is available, what has sold recently, and what your Desert Crest home is worth in today's market.
Homes for Sale in Desert Crest
The newest Desert Crest listings are featured at the top of the page. This is a no-HOA neighborhood where the better view lots and the homes with flexible layouts draw extra attention, so it helps to know about them early. To hear about a home the day it lists, reach out and I will set you up on a new-listing alert.
You can also run your own search with Advanced Search, browse other St. George no-HOA homes, or compare the nearby Desert Cove and Desert Cliffs neighborhoods.
Some of the Best Views in Desert Canyons
Desert Crest sits high enough that the views become the headline. Listings here describe 180-degree panoramas, elevated view lots, and backdrops of Pine Valley Mountain, the red rock, and the open desert that stretch for miles. Homes positioned in cul-de-sacs or backing to open space pick up some of the best of it, with sunrise-to-sunset scenery right off the patio. If a view is high on your list, this is one of the stronger neighborhoods in the area to look.
Built for Multi-Generational Living and Rental Income
One of the things that makes Desert Crest stand out is how many homes are set up for flexible living. Recent sales have included walkout basements with second kitchens, a fully separate basement apartment that brought in rental income, and floor plans with two primary suites, one on each level. These layouts work for extended family, long-term guests, or generating income from a portion of the home, depending on the current rules. If a separate living space is part of your plan, you can also browse other St. George homes with an in-law suite to compare.
No HOA, Dixie Power, and Room for the Toys
Desert Crest has no HOA, and the recent sales confirm zero dues across the board. That freedom is a big reason RV parking shows up on nearly every home here, with plenty of room for a boat, a trailer, or a side-by-side. The neighborhood is also on the Dixie Power grid, which generally carries lower electric rates than other parts of the valley, a small thing that adds up over time. You can browse other St. George homes with RV parking if that is a priority.
Recent Sales and Pricing
Here is what has actually been trading in Desert Crest. Recent sales ran from about $495,000 to $749,900, with most landing between the high $400,000s and high $600,000s. The smaller single-level homes have sold in the $400,000s to low $500,000s, while the larger two-story homes, view lots, and those with basement apartments reached into the $600,000s and beyond. The view, the lot, the size, and any income-producing space are what move a home within that range.
The Location
Desert Crest is in the Desert Canyons area off Southern Parkway, minutes from the St. George Regional Airport and about seven to eight minutes to I-15 by way of the parkway. That puts the new Costco at Desert Color, Smith's Marketplace, the new Megaplex theater, and a growing list of restaurants and shops close at hand. Walking paths and well-known mountain biking trails run through and around the area, giving the whole neighborhood an active, outdoors-first feel.
Schools
Desert Crest is served by Desert Canyons Elementary, Sunrise Ridge Intermediate, Desert Hills Middle School, and Desert Hills High School. I can confirm the current boundary for a specific home since zones do change as this side of town continues to grow.
Desert Crest FAQs
Does Desert Crest have an HOA?
No. Recent sales across the neighborhood have shown zero HOA dues, which is part of why RV parking is so common here.
How much do homes in Desert Crest cost?
Recent sales ran from about $495,000 to $749,900. Smaller single-level homes land in the $400,000s to low $500,000s, while larger homes, view lots, and those with basement apartments reach into the $600,000s and beyond.
Are the views as good as people say?
Many homes sit on elevated lots with panoramic views of Pine Valley Mountain and the red rock. View quality varies by position, so it is worth comparing specific lots, which I am glad to help with.
Do any homes have a separate living space or rental potential?
Yes. Several homes here have walkout basements with second kitchens, separate basement apartments, or dual primary suites, useful for family, guests, or rental income depending on the rules.
Where is Desert Crest?
It is on the southeast side of St. George in Desert Canyons, off Southern Parkway near the airport, trails, and the new Desert Color shopping.
Ready to Look at Desert Crest?
Desert Crest is one of the better spots in St. George for a newer home with a real view, no HOA, and the flexibility to fit extended family or rental income. I know this growing part of town well, I track what sells here, and I will give you a straight answer on whether a home is priced right for its view, its lot, and its layout.
Browse the current listings at the top of this page, compare other St. George no-HOA homes or the nearby Desert Cove neighborhood, or look at the wider St. George market. When you are ready to talk specifics, call or text me at 435-200-5508, email lanceclifford@gmail.com, or . Same-day reply.
If financing is part of the plan, my preferred local lender Tyler Slesk can get you pre-approved fast so you are ready to move the moment the right Desert Crest home comes up.
