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Homes with Casitas & Guest Houses in Enoch, Utah
Enoch sits just north of Cedar City along I-15, and it's one of the few Iron County communities where larger lots and ADU-friendly zoning still line up. That combination is why casitas, mother-in-law suites, and detached guest houses show up here more often than in tighter Cedar City subdivisions. Buyers gravitate to Enoch for multigenerational setups — aging parents in the casita, adult kids saving for their own place, or a home office and studio that sits a hundred feet from the main house instead of down the hall. The elevation (around 5,500 feet) means four real seasons, cold winter nights, and dry summers in the 90s, so any secondary unit worth buying needs proper insulation and its own heat source.
Pricing on Enoch properties with a second dwelling generally runs from the upper $500s into the $900s, with horse-property parcels and newer builds on Midvalley Road or out toward the Enoch bench reaching higher. Most listings are on well and septic rather than city utilities, which matters when a second household is using water daily. Commute-wise, you're 10 minutes to Cedar City, 20 to SUU, and about 45 minutes to Brian Head for winter access. If you want the room a guest house gives you without leaving the Cedar City school zone or driving an hour from any town, Enoch is the practical answer. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.
May 2026 · Enoch market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Enoch right now.
Median sale
$490,000
7 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
7 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
102.2%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
49
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About homes with casitas & guest houses in Enoch.
What counts as a casita or guest house in Enoch listings? ▾
On the Iron County MLS, agents typically flag a property as having a casita or guest house when there's a fully detached or semi-detached living space with its own entrance, bathroom, and often a kitchenette. Mother-in-law suites attached to the main home sometimes get tagged the same way, so it's worth reading the remarks. If full second-kitchen legality matters to you, confirm the ADU status with Enoch City before writing an offer.
Does Enoch City allow short-term rentals in a casita? ▾
Enoch has been more restrictive than Cedar City on nightly rentals, and zoning varies by subdivision. Long-term rentals of a guest house are generally workable in residential zones, but Airbnb-style use is not a given. Call Enoch City Hall and check the specific parcel's zoning before banking on rental income.
Why do casitas show up more often in Enoch than in older Cedar City neighborhoods? ▾
Enoch's lots tend to be larger — half-acre to full-acre parcels are common in areas like Parkview, Midvalley, and the east-side horse properties. That extra footprint gives builders room for a detached unit, an RV garage with living quarters above, or a true second dwelling, which is harder to fit on Cedar City's tighter in-town lots.
Are casita properties in Enoch typically on culinary water or wells? ▾
It's a mix. Homes inside Enoch City limits are usually on municipal culinary water, while properties on the outskirts toward Midvalley sometimes run on shared or private wells with separate irrigation shares. A second dwelling can affect water hookup fees and share requirements, so verify with the city and the seller's disclosures.
What price premium should I expect for a home with a guest house in Enoch? ▾
A functional, permitted casita generally adds somewhere in the range of $40,000 to $90,000 over a comparable single-dwelling home in Enoch, depending on square footage, finish level, and whether it has a full kitchen. Detached units with garages or RV bays sit at the upper end. Unpermitted conversions appraise much lower, so permit history matters.
Can I get a standard mortgage on a property with a second dwelling? ▾
Yes, conventional, FHA, and VA loans will all finance a primary residence that includes an ADU or guest house, as long as the property is zoned correctly and the appraiser can support the value. The lender will usually want to see that the main home is the primary living space. Multi-unit financing rules only kick in if the property is classified as a duplex or larger.