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Single Story Homes for Sale in Cedar City, Utah
Cedar City draws a lot of buyers who are done with stairs — retirees relocating from the Wasatch Front, Southern Utah University staff, and folks moving up from St. George looking for a slightly cooler climate at 5,800 feet elevation. Single story homes here show up across most established neighborhoods, from the older grid streets near downtown and SUU to newer subdivisions in Enoch and along the benches east of town toward Cedar Mountain. Rambler and rancher floor plans built in the 80s and 90s make up a good chunk of the resale inventory, while newer builders in areas like Providence and Fiddlers Canyon are turning out one-level homes with 3-car garages and open kitchens aimed at buyers who want single-level living without giving up square footage.
One-level living matters in Cedar City for practical reasons beyond just avoiding stairs. Winters bring real snow and ice — Cedar City averages more snowfall than St. George or Washington County — so a no-step or low-step entry is a genuine safety consideration, not just a comfort preference. Single story homes also tend to sit on larger lots out toward Enoch and the west side, which appeals to buyers wanting a shop, RV parking, or a bit of horse property alongside the main house. Prices for one-level homes in Cedar City typically run from the high $300s for older ramblers to well over $600,000 for new construction with upgraded finishes. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.
July 2026 · Cedar City market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Cedar City right now.
Median sale
$405,000
55 closed in July 2026
Median DOM
51 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
99.2%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
401
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.