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Single Story Homes for Sale in Ivins, Utah
Ivins sits against the red rock of Kayenta and Snow Canyon, and a big share of its buyers are looking for one thing above all: no stairs. Retirees relocating from Salt Lake, Arizona snowbirds, and anyone who's dealt with a bad knee gravitate toward the single-story layouts common in Kayenta, Coyote Gulch, Cottonwood Cove, and the Trailside area near Snow Canyon State Park. Builders here have leaned into rambler and casita-style floor plans for years, so the inventory is deeper than in a lot of Utah County or Wasatch Front cities where two-story remains the default.
Single-level living also fits how people actually use a home in this part of Washington County. With summer highs regularly in the upper 90s to low 100s, homeowners want their primary living space, patio access, and often a pool all on one plane — no hauling groceries or hosting guests up a staircase after a day at Tuacahn or the golf course at Coral Canyon. Many of these homes back up to open desert or lava rock outcroppings, and single-story designs tend to maximize covered patio space and mountain-facing windows rather than stacking square footage vertically. Expect to see everything from smaller 1,400 square foot casitas to larger 3,000+ square foot custom ramblers with casitas or attached guest suites, particularly in the gated Kayenta neighborhoods. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.
July 2026 · Ivins market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Ivins right now.
Median sale
$587,700
15 closed in July 2026
Median DOM
38 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
98.1%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
124
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About single story homes in Ivins.
Why are single story homes so common in Ivins? ▾
Ivins skews toward retirees and second-home owners who want to age in place, so builders in communities like Kayenta, Entrada, and Sun River St. George have leaned heavily into single-level floor plans. The flat-to-rolling terrain on the west side of the valley also makes single-story construction practical, unlike the hillside lots in parts of St. George and Washington.
What's the typical price range for a one-level home in Ivins? ▾
Most single-story homes in Ivins land between roughly $550,000 and $1.2M, with Kayenta's architect-designed desert contemporaries and custom Entrada homes often running $1.5M and up. Smaller patio homes in 55+ pockets can dip into the mid $400s when inventory allows.
Are HOAs common in single-level Ivins neighborhoods? ▾
Yes. Sun River St. George (which sits on the Ivins/St. George line), Entrada at Snow Canyon, and Kayenta all have HOAs that handle front-yard landscaping, private roads, or amenities. Dues vary widely — Sun River runs modest, while Entrada's golf/club access pushes fees higher.
Do single story homes here usually have casitas or guest suites? ▾
Many do. Snowbird and multigenerational buyers drive demand for detached casitas, especially in Kayenta and the custom-home stretches off Center Street and Old Highway 91. Expect to see floor plans with a separate guest wing, private entrance, or full mother-in-law setup.
How does the Ivins climate affect one-level home design? ▾
With 300+ sunny days and summer highs regularly above 100°F, single story homes here are built around shaded patios, deep overhangs, and indoor-outdoor flow toward Snow Canyon views. Pools and covered outdoor kitchens are common features rather than upgrades.
How far is Ivins from the St. George airport and shopping? ▾
Ivins sits about 15 minutes west of downtown St. George and roughly 20 minutes from the St. George Regional Airport in the Ft. Pierce area. Tuacahn Amphitheatre, Snow Canyon State Park, and Red Mountain Resort are all within a 5–10 minute drive.