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Investment Properties for Sale in Duck Creek, Utah
Duck Creek Village sits at roughly 8,400 feet on Cedar Mountain, about 45 minutes east of Cedar City on Highway 14. The investment case here is almost entirely tied to short-term rentals: the village draws snowmobilers and cross-country skiers from December through March, ATV and side-by-side riders from May through October, and a steady trickle of weekenders escaping St. George heat in July and August. Cabins on Movie Ranch Road, Aspen Cove, Strawberry Point, and the Duck Creek Village core trade in roughly the $350K-$700K range, with larger A-frames and newer builds on bigger lots pushing higher. Most are wood-sided cabins on septic, with propane heat and metal roofs built for serious snow load.
Before writing an offer, verify three things: the parcel's STR status (Kane County and Garfield County both touch this area, and rules differ), the road association and winter plowing situation (many cabins are on private roads that aren't plowed past November), and the water source — some properties are on shared wells or hauled water rather than culinary systems. Internet has improved with fixed wireless and Starlink, which matters for guests booking remote-work stays. Gross rental numbers vary widely depending on sleeping capacity, hot tub, and snowmobile trail access, but well-run cabins routinely book 140-200 nights a year. The listings below are filtered to cabins and homes in the Duck Creek area that fit an investment or short-term rental use case — browse the current inventory to see what's on the market right now.
May 2026 · Duck Creek market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Duck Creek right now.
Median sale
$311,500
2 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
11 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
97.7%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
31
active + pending
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Common questions
About investment properties in Duck Creek.
Are short-term rentals actually allowed in Duck Creek? ▾
Yes, in most of the Duck Creek area, but the specific rules depend on which county and which subdivision the cabin sits in. Kane County permits nightly rentals in most Duck Creek subdivisions with a business license, while a few HOAs have their own restrictions or minimum-stay rules. Always confirm the parcel's zoning and HOA covenants in writing before closing.
What kind of occupancy and revenue can a Duck Creek cabin realistically generate? ▾
A well-furnished 3-bedroom cabin with a hot tub and snowmobile trail access typically books 140-200 nights a year, with winter and summer holiday weekends commanding the strongest rates. Cabins without hot tubs, or those on roads that aren't winter-accessible, see meaningfully lower numbers. Pull comps on AirDNA or ask the listing agent for trailing 12-month statements before underwriting.
Is winter access a problem for renters? ▾
It can be. Highway 14 is plowed year-round by UDOT, and the main village roads stay open, but many outlying subdivisions stop plowing after the first heavy snow. Guests then park at a staging area and ride snowmobiles in to the cabin, which is part of the appeal for some renters and a dealbreaker for others. Confirm the plowing arrangement on any specific property.
What are the biggest hidden costs on a Duck Creek investment cabin? ▾
Propane (cabins burn through it in winter), septic pumping every few years, snow-related roof and deck maintenance, road association dues, and STR management fees that typically run 20-30% of gross. Insurance has also climbed due to wildfire exposure on Cedar Mountain — get a quote before you're under contract.
Do lenders treat Duck Creek cabins as second homes or investment properties? ▾
It depends on how you'll use it. If you'll occupy it part of the year and not rent it full-time, some lenders allow second-home financing with 10% down. If it's pure STR with no personal use, expect investment-property terms: 20-25% down and a rate roughly 0.5-0.75% above owner-occupied. A few local lenders in Cedar City understand this market well.
How does Duck Creek compare to Brian Head as an investment market? ▾
Brian Head leans heavier on winter ski traffic and has a denser condo inventory at lower price points, while Duck Creek is more cabin-oriented, more summer-balanced, and benefits from proximity to Zion's east entrance, Bryce, and the Cedar Mountain ATV trail system. Duck Creek often pencils better on a price-per-bookable-night basis, but Brian Head can have stronger peak winter rates.