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Vacation Rental Properties for Sale in Glendale, Utah
Glendale is a quiet ranching community of fewer than 400 residents tucked into the Long Valley along Highway 89 in Kane County, sitting between Orderville to the south and Hatch to the north. What makes it interesting to vacation rental buyers is geography: you're roughly an hour from Bryce Canyon's main amphitheater, about 90 minutes from Zion's main gate via the east entrance and the Mt. Carmel tunnel, two hours from the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, and within striking distance of Lake Powell, Coral Pink Sand Dunes, and Best Friends Animal Sanctuary outside Kanab. That cluster of bucket-list destinations keeps Highway 89 traffic steady from March through October, and the small-town pace, dark skies, and Sevier River frontage on some parcels give guests something the gateway towns can't easily replicate.
Inventory here leans toward cabins, log homes, and older ranch houses on acreage rather than subdivision product, so each listing tends to be its own conversation about well water, septic capacity, road access, and existing rental history. Kane County's short-term rental rules are generally friendlier than what you'll see in Springdale or Moab, but zoning, HOA covenants where they exist, and septic sizing all need a careful look before you write an offer. Turnkey properties with established booking calendars, hot tubs, and good photography command real premiums over comparable raw homes. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market in Glendale and the surrounding Long Valley corridor.
May 2026 · Glendale market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Glendale right now.
Median sale
$1,199,000
1 closed in May 2026
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Sale-to-list
93.1%
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Common questions
About vacation rental properties in Glendale.
Does Glendale, Utah allow short-term vacation rentals? ▾
Glendale is an unincorporated and small-town stretch of Kane County along Highway 89, and short-term rental rules fall under Kane County ordinances rather than a city code. Kane County generally permits nightly rentals in most residential zones, but you should confirm zoning, septic capacity, and any HOA restrictions for the specific parcel before closing. Properties already operating as legal STRs typically transfer that use to a new owner, which is a meaningful piece of due diligence.
Why is Glendale a strong market for vacation rentals? ▾
Glendale sits about 25 miles north of Kanab and roughly 80 miles from Zion's east entrance, putting guests within day-trip range of Bryce Canyon, Zion, the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, and Lake Powell. The Highway 89 corridor sees steady year-round tourism from road-trippers hitting multiple parks, which keeps occupancy more even than single-park towns. Smaller cabins and ranch-style homes on acreage tend to outperform cookie-cutter properties here.
What do vacation rental properties typically cost in Glendale? ▾
Pricing varies widely because inventory is thin. Modest homes on small lots have recently traded in the mid-$300s to low $500s, while cabins, log homes, and acreage properties along the Sevier River or with red-rock views can run from the $600s into seven figures. Turnkey rentals that already have a booking history and furnishings usually carry a premium over comparable unfurnished homes.
What kind of revenue can owners expect? ▾
Nightly rates in the Glendale/Orderville/Mt. Carmel area generally run $150 to $400+ depending on size, hot tub, view, and acreage, with peak demand from March through October tied to park season. Well-managed properties commonly see 50-70% annual occupancy. Pull actual AirDNA or PriceLabs comps for the specific address rather than relying on county averages — micro-location matters a lot here.
Is well water and septic a concern for rental properties? ▾
Yes. Most Glendale properties are on private wells and septic systems, and septic systems sized for a family of four can struggle with back-to-back vacation guests. Ask for recent septic inspection records, tank size, and drainfield condition, and confirm well flow rate and water rights are in place before writing an offer.
How is winter demand in Glendale? ▾
Winter is the slower season but not dead. Brian Head ski resort is about an hour west, Best Friends Animal Sanctuary near Kanab draws year-round volunteers and visitors, and Bryce Canyon's winter scenery brings a steady trickle of photographers. Properties with hot tubs, wood stoves, and good heat hold rates much better in the December-February window.