New Construction & New Homes in St. George, Utah
Southern Utah has been one of the most active new construction markets in the West for the past several years, and building activity across St. George, Washington, Hurricane, and Ivins is still strong. As of this summer, 22 builders are selling in 77 active new home communities across Washington County, with new homes starting around $330K, averaging about $530K, and running well above $2M for luxury custom builds. Completed and near-completion inventory is available right now across every one of those price points.
Near-completion new construction in Southern Utah: modern layouts, builder warranties, and current incentives across multiple communities.This page covers where new construction is happening, which builders are active and what they're building, every major new home community with current starting prices, how builder incentives actually work, and why independent representation matters when you're buying directly from a builder. Updated July 2026.
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The New Construction Market Right Now
Timing context matters more than usual this year. Mortgage rates have settled into the mid-6s, with the 30-year fixed averaging about 6.4% in early July, and Washington County builders pulled fewer permits in 2025 than the year before. Slower permits plus standing inventory means motivated builders: nationally, roughly two-thirds of builders are offering incentives right now, averaging around 7% of asking price, which is double what was typical before 2020. Locally that shows up as advertised rate buydowns, first-time buyer programs, and reduced pricing on completed homes. For buyers, this is the most leverage new construction shoppers have had here in years, if you know where to apply it.
Where New Construction Is Active Right Now
Building activity is spread across Washington County, and each area attracts a different buyer depending on lifestyle, budget, and what they're looking for day to day.
The most established market with the most amenity access, including medical, dining, shopping, and services, and now home to the county's three biggest master plans: Desert Color on the south end with its lagoon and a dozen builders, Divario on the west side with eight builders across 730 acres, and Desert Canyons growing around the airport. Infill building continues in established neighborhoods too.
Price range: High $300s for townhomes to $2M+ for custom and luxury builds.
Also look at: Little Valley for newer production builds.
One of the most active new construction corridors in the county. Master-planned growth, newer infrastructure, and strong value relative to comparable St. George neighborhoods. Good school access and easy commute to both St. George and Hurricane. Washington Fields in particular has seen significant builder activity with modern layouts and competitive pricing, and Long Valley now offers the least expensive new single-family homes in the county.
Price range: Mid $300s to $1.2M+.
Also look at: Coral Canyon for golf community new construction; Sienna Hills for hillside builds.
The most recreation-driven new construction market in the county. Builders here are actively targeting buyers who want RV garages, Sand Hollow access, and toy-friendly neighborhoods. Dixie Springs and the Sand Hollow corridor have significant current inventory, a brand-new community (Cielo) just opened this month, and purpose-built RV garage homes with 50-foot bays are a staple here at prices that compare favorably to St. George.
Price range: High $300s to $1M+ for RV garage and lifestyle builds.
Also look at: Sand Hollow area; Copper Rock for new golf community builds.
The most significant luxury new construction story in Southern Utah right now. Built around a Tom Weiskopf PGA Tour course in Ivins with resort hotel, amenities, and a growing high-end residential community. Still in earlier development phases, which means buyers can enter at pre-maturity pricing with strong appreciation potential as the resort builds out. Snow Canyon proximity and dramatic Ivins scenery. Richmond American is also building conventional single-family in Ivins at Vista Estates and Desert Cove.
Price range: $800K to $3M+ for resort residences; conventional Ivins new builds from the mid $500s.
Best for: Luxury buyers with an investment mindset and a longer time horizon.
The newest active adult community in Southern Utah, developed by the same group behind SunRiver St. George. Located in Toquerville with mountain and valley views, modern construction, and a lifestyle-forward approach to 55+ living. If SunRiver is full or no longer has the right inventory, Firelight is the natural next step. Still in earlier phases with good lot selection available. Full details on my 55+ and retirement communities guide.
Price range: Mid $400s to $700s+.
Best for: Active adult buyers who want a new SunRiver-style community with current inventory.
Custom and semi-custom lot building is still active at The Ledges and in parts of Ivins. If you want to build on a specific view lot or work with a custom builder on a design that's actually yours, this is the tier to look at. Longer timelines but significantly more control over finishes, layout, and lot position.
Price range: $1.2M to $4M+ depending on lot and build.
Best for: Buyers with time and a strong preference for custom over production.
Active New Home Communities in the St. George Area
Here's the current field in one place, something the national listing portals scatter across 77 separate pages. Builder from-pricing moves weekly, so treat these as realistic starting points as of July 2026 and I'll confirm current availability for anything on your shortlist.
| Community | City | Builder(s) | Starting price (approx.) |
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| Long Valley | Washington | D.R. Horton | From the high $330s, lowest-priced new single-family in the county |
| Copper Vista | Hurricane | Ence Homes | From the high $370s |
| Desert Color (multiple collections) | St. George | Visionary, Holmes, CareFree, Cole West, Pulte + more | Townhomes from the high $370s; single-family from the low $500s |
| Hidden Valley Villa Highlands | St. George | Ivory Homes | From the high $380s |
| Cordero | Hurricane | Richmond American | From the mid $440s |
| Sendera at Sienna Hills | Washington | Ivory Homes | From the high $440s |
| Desert Canyons | St. George | S&S Homes, Salisbury + more | From the mid $400s |
| Regency at Desert Color (55+) | St. George | Toll Brothers | Roughly $450K to $900K |
| Legacy at Sand Hollow | Hurricane | Visionary, Holmes | From the high $450s |
| SunRiver Firelight (55+) | Toquerville | SunRiver Communities | From the mid $400s |
| Desert Talus | St. George | Ence Homes | From the low $470s |
| Cielo (opened July 2026) | Hurricane | Cole West | From the mid $470s |
| Red Slate Estates | Hurricane | Richmond American | From the low $520s |
| Divario (multiple neighborhoods) | St. George | Ence, S&S, Visionary, Lennar, Fieldstone, Henry Walker + custom | From the low $530s; Cascata semi-custom from the high $770s |
| Vista Estates | Ivins | Richmond American | From the low $540s |
| Paraiso | Hurricane | Salisbury Homes | From the mid $550s |
| Finley Farms | Washington | Richmond American | From the low $670s |
| Shooting Star | Washington | Ivory, Holmes | From the high $600s |
| Lakeside at Desert Sands | Hurricane | Ivory Homes | From the mid $720s |
| Desert Cove | Ivins | Richmond American | From the high $720s |
| Franklin Fields | Washington Fields | S&S Homes | From the high $890s |
| Paseos at Sienna Hills | Washington | Ivory Homes | From the low $900s |
| Black Desert Resort residences | Ivins | Resort developer | From the mid $800s; The Cove from $1.3M+ |
Who's Building in the St. George Area
Knowing the builder matters as much as knowing the community, because build quality, warranty follow-through, and how a builder handles problems vary more than their model homes suggest. The current field breaks into three groups.
Local Southern Utah builders. Ence Homes has been building here for 65+ years and is active in St. George, Hurricane, and Divario. S&S Homes is the local semi-custom standard-bearer, 40+ years in, building at Divario, Washington Fields, and Desert Canyons at the higher end. Salisbury Homes focuses on attainability, with four active subdivisions and a Smart Start program launched this spring offering $20,000 to $40,000 in savings for first-time buyers and local heroes like nurses, teachers, and first responders. Sullivan Homes is a longtime local custom builder and Parade of Homes regular. SunRiver Communities builds the area's 55+ communities, and Cole West just opened Cielo in Hurricane this month.
Utah regional builders. Visionary Homes is the area's volume and affordability leader, selling in nine local communities including Desert Color, Divario, and Legacy at Sand Hollow, with a new luxury townhome line (Desert Zen at Divario) arriving this summer. Holmes Homes builds at Desert Color and in Hurricane. Ivory Homes, Utah's largest builder, runs six local communities from entry-level villas to $900K+ hillside homes at Sienna Hills. Fieldstone, Henry Walker, and Perry Homes round out the regional group.
National builders. D.R. Horton owns the entry-level story with Long Valley in Washington, a 600-acre master plan with the county's lowest new-build pricing and a full amenity package. Richmond American runs five communities across Hurricane, Ivins, and Washington. Toll Brothers builds the 55+ Regency at Desert Color, and Lennar and Pulte both have a Southern Utah presence at Divario and Desert Color.
I don't publish builder rankings, because the honest answer depends on the specific community, the specific superintendent, and the year. But I walk buyers through every one of these builders' products, I've seen how they handle warranty claims after closing, and I'll tell you privately what I've seen, good and bad, before you commit. .
Builder Incentives in the Current Market
Builder incentive programs have become a significant part of the new construction story in Southern Utah, and understanding how they actually work is important before you start comparing homes.
The most common incentive right now is the interest rate buy-down, where the builder pays upfront to reduce your mortgage rate for a set period (2-1 buy-down) or permanently. This can meaningfully lower your monthly payment and is sometimes worth more in real dollars than a price reduction of the same headline amount. Builders typically offer these through their preferred lender, which is worth scrutinizing. The rate buy-down may be competitive, but the preferred lender's overall loan terms may or may not be the best available to you.
To make it concrete, here's what's being advertised locally as of July 2026: D.R. Horton has promoted financing in the low-4s on select Long Valley homes through its affiliated lender, a huge spread against the mid-6s market rate. Salisbury's Smart Start program puts $20K to $40K on the table for qualifying first-time buyers and local heroes. Holmes is running seasonal savings at Desert Color, and Richmond American has current-deal flags on all five of its local communities. These programs change monthly and always have conditions attached.
Other common incentives include:
- Closing cost credits: Builder pays a portion of your closing costs, reducing cash needed at settlement
- Upgrade packages: Appliances, flooring, countertops, or landscaping included at no additional cost
- Lot premium waivers: Elimination or reduction of premiums on view or corner lots
- Move-in packages: Refrigerator, washer/dryer, or window coverings included
- Price reductions on standing inventory: Completed homes that haven't sold are often the most negotiable
Important: Builder incentives are often tied to using the builder's preferred lender and closing on the builder's timeline. The incentive package can look very different once you read the fine print, particularly if your financing changes or the timeline shifts. I walk through every incentive offer with buyers so you understand what you're actually getting before you sign.
Should You Use the Builder's Agent?
This comes up on every new construction showing, so it's worth being direct about it.
The agent you meet at the model home or sales office represents the builder, not you. They are paid by the builder, trained by the builder, and their job is to protect the builder's pricing, timelines, and contract terms. That doesn't make them dishonest. It makes their role structurally different from buyer representation.
Here's what independent representation actually gets you in a new construction transaction:
- Lot selection advice: Which lots have the best long-term resale position, view orientation, and privacy; which to avoid
- Contract review: Builder contracts are written by the builder's attorneys and favor the builder; knowing what's standard vs. negotiable matters
- Incentive analysis: Understanding whether the buy-down, credit, or upgrade package is actually a good deal relative to the purchase price
- Upgrade guidance: Which upgrades add real resale value and which are builder margin you won't recoup
- Phase and timing strategy: When to move on a phase release and when to wait for standing inventory
- Inspection coordination: New builds should have an independent inspection; I coordinate this and use it to build a punch list before closing
- Closing protection: Builder timelines slip; knowing your rights and options when that happens is important
In most cases builder representation still doesn't cost you anything as a buyer, because most builders here continue to pay the buyer's agent. But since the industry rule changes, compensation now varies builder to builder and community to community, so the practical advice for 2026 is this: connect with your agent before your first sales office visit. Many builders register you on that first walk-in, and showing up unrepresented can lock you out of adding representation later. One text to me before you go protects your options and costs you nothing.
New Construction and Resale Value
Not all new construction holds value equally, and in a market with as much building activity as Southern Utah, the choices you make during the purchase have real long-term consequences.
The variables that matter most for resale on a new build:
- Lot position within the community. A view lot or open-space-adjacent lot will hold a resale premium. An interior lot surrounded by other homes has less differentiation and is more subject to future competition from new phases.
- Builder reputation and build quality. Some builders in this market have stronger track records than others for quality, warranty follow-through, and neighborhood management. Knowing the difference before you buy protects you later.
- Community trajectory. A community in its first phase with strong demand has different resale dynamics than one in its fourth phase with standing inventory still available. Where you buy in the build-out cycle affects your entry pricing and your exit options.
- Upgrade choices. Kitchen finishes, flooring, and primary bath upgrades generally carry more resale weight than elaborate AV systems or highly personalized design choices. The goal is upgrades that a future buyer will want, not just what you personally prefer.
New Construction by Lifestyle
- RV Garage Homes: Hurricane and Washington corridors have the strongest new construction inventory with extended bays
- Luxury Homes: Black Desert Resort, Stone Cliff, and The Ledges for $1M+ new builds
- Golf Course Communities: Copper Rock, Black Desert, and Coral Canyon for new golf community construction
- 55+ Communities: Firelight in Toquerville, Regency at Desert Color, and remaining SunRiver inventory
- Vacation Rental Eligible Homes: if STR use is part of your plan, verify zoning and HOA rules for each community before you buy
FAQ: New Construction in Southern Utah
Who are the home builders in St. George, Utah?
As of 2026 there are 22 builders selling in the St. George area. The locals include Ence Homes, S&S Homes, Salisbury Homes, Sullivan Homes, Cole West, and SunRiver Communities. Utah regional builders include Visionary Homes, Holmes Homes, Ivory Homes, Fieldstone, Henry Walker, and Perry Homes. National builders here are D.R. Horton, Richmond American, Toll Brothers, Lennar, and Pulte, plus custom builders at The Ledges, Kayenta, and Divario. The builder directory on this page covers who builds where and at what price points.
What new home communities are selling in the St. George area right now?
There are 77 active new home communities in Washington County as of mid-2026. The biggest are the master plans: Desert Color and Divario in St. George, Desert Canyons by the airport, Long Valley in Washington, and the Sand Hollow corridor in Hurricane. The community table on this page lists 20+ named communities with current starting prices, from Long Valley in the high $330s to Black Desert Resort residences above $800K.
Is new construction more expensive than resale right now?
Not always, and sometimes it's genuinely competitive. Builder incentive packages, particularly rate buy-downs and closing cost credits, can make the effective cost of a new build lower than a comparable resale home, especially when you factor in lower maintenance costs and a builder warranty. The comparison depends on the specific home, the specific incentive package, and current resale competition in that neighborhood.
How long does it take to build a new home in St. George?
Production builds in Utah typically run six months or more from ground-breaking to keys, and some luxury and 55+ products quote 8 to 12 months. If you don't want to wait, quick move-in and standing inventory homes are plentiful right now, with about 160 completed or near-completed new homes available across the county at any given time. Custom builds at The Ledges or Kayenta run considerably longer.
What's the difference between a production build and a semi-custom or custom home?
Production builders offer a set of floor plans with limited customization within preset option tiers. Semi-custom allows more structural and design flexibility while still working within a builder's system. Full custom means you're working with an architect and a general contractor to build something designed specifically for your lot. Production is faster and more predictable. Custom takes longer but gives you full control over the outcome.
Can I negotiate with a production builder?
Yes, but the leverage usually comes through incentives, lot premiums, and upgrade packages rather than headline price reductions. Builders protect their per-square-foot pricing carefully because published prices affect the value of their entire community. Standing inventory, completed homes that haven't sold, is typically the most negotiable, especially near the end of a builder's fiscal quarter. In the current market, with permits down and two-thirds of builders nationally offering incentives, your leverage is better than it's been in years.
Should I get a home inspection on a new build?
Yes. New construction can have workmanship issues, missed punch list items, and system problems that pass the builder's internal inspection. An independent third-party inspection before closing gives you documentation and leverage to require repairs. Some buyers also do a framing inspection mid-construction if building from the ground up. Locally these run a few hundred dollars each and are worth every penny.
How do property taxes work on new construction in Utah?
Utah counties typically assess new construction based on land value first, then reassess after the home is completed. Your first year's tax bill may significantly understate your long-term tax obligation. Plan for the post-completion reassessment and factor it into your ownership cost projections. Don't assume the first tax number is what you'll pay ongoing.
What's the best area for new construction with an RV garage?
Hurricane is the strongest market for purpose-built RV garage new construction, particularly the Sand Hollow corridor and Dixie Springs area. Builders there routinely offer 45 to 52-foot bays with 12 to 14-foot door heights as a standard option. Start here: Homes with RV Garages.
What is Firelight in Toquerville?
Firelight is a newer 55+ active adult community in Toquerville developed by the same group behind SunRiver St. George. Modern new construction, mountain and valley views, and a lifestyle-focused community design. The natural comparison for buyers who want SunRiver-style living with current inventory and lot selection. See the full breakdown on my 55+ and retirement communities page.
Buying or Selling New Construction in Southern Utah?
Whether you're comparing builders across multiple communities, trying to make sense of competing incentive packages, or selling a home that's competing with nearby new builds, I can help you navigate it clearly.
or call 435-200-5508. Tell me what you're looking for: price range, city, lifestyle, garage needs, and I'll send a focused list of what's worth looking at right now.
