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Horse Properties for Sale in Bloomington, Utah
Bloomington is one of the few pockets inside St. George city limits where you can still keep horses on your own land without driving out to Apple Valley or Dammeron. The neighborhood sits south of the Virgin River along Bloomington Drive and Man O War Road, with a mix of half-acre to multi-acre parcels zoned for equestrian use. Lots back up to the Santa Clara River bottoms and BLM land, which means many owners can saddle up at home and ride out to miles of desert trail without ever loading a trailer. The terrain is classic Mojave high desert — red sand, juniper, and creosote — and elevations around 2,700 feet keep winters mild enough for year-round turnout.
The trade-off is heat. July and August routinely run 100-110°F, so functional horse setups here include shade structures, misting systems, and arenas oriented to catch the afternoon breeze off the river. Irrigation shares matter more than they would up north; parcels with Santa Clara Field Canal water or private wells command a premium because culinary water makes pasture impractical at desert prices. Buyers typically come from California, the Wasatch Front, or other ranching backgrounds looking to escape snow without giving up the horses. St. George Regional Airport is 15 minutes away, and SLC is a 4.5-hour drive. Browse the active Bloomington horse property listings below to see what's currently available on the MLS.
April 2026 · Bloomington market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Bloomington right now.
Median sale
$423,001
1 closed in April 2026
Median DOM
19 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
98.8%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
3
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About horse properties in Bloomington.
What size lot do I need to keep horses in Bloomington? ▾
Most of Bloomington's horse-friendly parcels sit on a half-acre to two acres, with the larger spreads concentrated along Man O War Road, Pinto Drive, and the lanes backing up to the Santa Clara River bottoms. St. George city code generally allows one horse per half-acre in equestrian zones, but always verify the specific zoning (R-E or A-1) on a given parcel before writing an offer.
Are there riding trails accessible from Bloomington horse properties? ▾
Yes. Riders can access the Santa Clara River trail system directly from the south end of Bloomington, and the Bloomington Hills equestrian easements connect to BLM land heading toward the Beaver Dam Wash. Many owners ride out their back gates rather than trailering.
How does the desert climate affect keeping horses here? ▾
Summer highs from June through September regularly hit 100-110°F, so shade structures, misters, and early-morning riding are standard. Winters are mild (lows in the 30s, very little snow), which means year-round turnout and no frozen water troughs to deal with — a real advantage over Wasatch Front horse properties.
What do horse properties in Bloomington typically cost? ▾
Expect a wide range depending on acreage and improvements. Smaller half-acre setups with a basic barn and arena generally run in the high $700Ks to low $900Ks, while larger acreage with a custom home, covered arena, and multiple stalls can push past $1.5M. Irrigation shares and water rights add meaningful value.
Is irrigation water available for pasture in Bloomington? ▾
Some Bloomington parcels carry shares in the Santa Clara Field Canal Company or have private well rights, which is critical for keeping pasture green through the hot months. Properties without irrigation rely on culinary water, which gets expensive fast. Always ask the listing agent for a water rights breakdown.
How close are vets, farriers, and feed stores? ▾
IFA Country Store on Sunset Boulevard and Cal Ranch in Washington both stock hay, grain, and tack within a 15-minute drive. Several large-animal vets serve the St. George area, including Dixie Animal Hospital and Red Rock Equine, and farriers travel through Bloomington on regular rotations.