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Single Story Homes for Sale in Cedar City, Utah
Single story living makes a lot of sense in Cedar City. At 5,800 feet elevation, winters bring real snow and icy driveways, and a rancher means no stairs to shovel paths to, no second-floor bedrooms that overheat in July when daytime temps push the upper 90s, and no climbing after a long day on the trails at Brian Head or a shift at SUU. The local buyer pool leans heavily toward two groups who specifically want one-level floor plans: retirees relocating from California, Nevada, and the Wasatch Front for Cedar's lower cost of living and dry climate, and young families who want kids and parents on the same floor. Most single story inventory sits in newer subdivisions on the west and north sides of town — Cross Hollow, Fiddlers Canyon, and the Coral Canyon area — along with established mid-century ranchers closer to Main Street and SUU.
Pricing on one-level homes in Cedar City generally runs from the mid $300s for older 1,400-1,800 sq ft ranchers up past $700K for newer custom builds on larger lots with three-car garages and mountain views toward Cedar Mountain. New construction from builders like Visionary and Ence Homes has leaned into rambler floor plans because demand is so consistent. Lot sizes tend to be more generous than what comparable buyers see in St. George, and many single story homes here include unfinished basements that add square footage without adding stairs to daily life. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.
May 2026 · Cedar City market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Cedar City right now.
Median sale
$510,000
45 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
38 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
98.5%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
370
active + pending
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Common questions
About single story homes in Cedar City.
Are single story homes common in Cedar City? ▾
Yes — ramblers and ranch-style homes make up a significant share of Cedar City's housing stock, both in mid-century neighborhoods near SUU and in newer subdivisions like Cross Hollow and Fiddlers Canyon. Builders here continue to put up one-level floor plans because retiree and downsizer demand is steady year-round.
What do single story homes typically cost in Cedar City? ▾
Older ranchers from the 1960s-80s in the 1,400-1,800 sq ft range generally list in the mid $300s to low $400s. Newer construction with 1,800-2,400 sq ft on the main level, attached three-car garages, and modern finishes typically runs $475K to $650K, with custom builds on larger lots pushing past $700K.
Do most single story homes here have basements? ▾
Many do. Full or partial basements are common in Cedar City because the elevation and soil conditions support them, and they let owners keep daily living on one floor while gaining storage, a cold room, or finished rec space below. Listings will specify whether the basement is finished, unfinished, or walkout.
Which neighborhoods have the most one-level inventory? ▾
Cross Hollow Estates, Fiddlers Canyon, Coral Canyon-area developments on the north end, and the Royal Hunte subdivision tend to carry the most single story listings. Closer to downtown and SUU, older neighborhoods off 200 North and Center Street have a steady supply of mid-century ranchers.
Is a single story home better for Cedar City's winters? ▾
Most local buyers think so. Snow loads, icy steps, and heating a second floor that overheats in summer are all avoided with a one-level plan. Roof access for snow rake work is also simpler on a single story footprint, which matters during heavier winters when Cedar can pick up 40-plus inches of snow.
Are HOAs common in single story subdivisions? ▾
It varies. Older established neighborhoods typically have no HOA, while newer rambler-focused developments like parts of Cross Hollow and some Coral Canyon phases do carry modest HOA fees that cover common areas and basic standards. Each listing will note the HOA status and monthly cost.