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5+ Bedroom Homes for Sale in Kanab, Utah
Kanab sits at the south end of Utah where red rock canyon country meets the Arizona Strip, and large family homes here tend to serve a specific crowd: multigenerational households, families running short-term rentals for the Zion–Bryce–Grand Canyon tourist corridor, and remote workers who want room to spread out without Wasatch Front prices. Five-bedroom houses in town generally land on larger lots than you'd see in St. George or Cedar City, often with detached shops, RV parking, and views of the Vermilion Cliffs. Newer builds cluster in subdivisions on the east and north sides of town, while older five-bedroom homes show up closer to Center Street and the original townsite, sometimes on horse-friendly parcels.
Climate matters when you're buying a bigger house here — Kanab sits at roughly 4,970 feet, so summers run hot but cool off at night, and winters are mild compared to Park City or Heber. That means utility costs on a 3,000+ square foot home stay reasonable, and outdoor living space gets used most of the year. Buyers should also know that Kanab's nightly-rental rules are friendlier than many Utah cities, which is part of why five-bedroom layouts with separate entrances or basement apartments command a premium. Kane County School District serves the area, and the drive to Zion's east entrance is about 35 minutes. Browse the active five-bedroom listings below to see what's currently on the market.
May 2026 · Kanab market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Kanab right now.
Median sale
$429,500
6 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
39 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
96.3%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
49
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About 5+ bedroom homes in Kanab.
How many 5+ bedroom homes are typically listed in Kanab at one time? ▾
Inventory is thin. Kanab is a small town of roughly 5,000 residents, and most homes were built as 3- or 4-bedroom ranches. At any given time there are usually only a handful of true five-bedroom listings, so buyers should be ready to move when one matches their criteria.
Can a 5-bedroom home in Kanab be used as a short-term rental? ▾
Sometimes, but Kanab has tightened its STR rules over the past few years and overnight rentals are restricted to specific zones and permitted properties. If nightly rental income is part of your plan, confirm the property's current permit status with the city before going under contract — a transferable permit adds real value.
Do larger homes here usually include guest casitas or mother-in-law setups? ▾
Yes, this is common. Because lots tend to be larger on the edges of town, many five-bedroom properties include a detached casita, basement apartment, or RV garage with finished living space. These are popular with multigenerational families and with buyers who want a private space for visiting national-park guests.
What school district serves Kanab? ▾
Kanab is part of the Kane County School District, which runs Kanab Elementary, Kanab Middle, and Kanab High School. The district is small, which appeals to families relocating from larger metros, and all three schools are within a few minutes of most neighborhoods in town.
How far is Kanab from the nearest major airport? ▾
St. George Regional is about 80 miles west (roughly an hour and 45 minutes), and Las Vegas Harry Reid International is around 200 miles southwest, about three and a half hours. Page Municipal in Arizona is closer for small private aircraft. The drive to Salt Lake City runs about 300 miles.
Are 5-bedroom homes in Kanab usually on city water and sewer? ▾
Homes inside the city limits are generally on Kanab city water and sewer, but properties on the outskirts — Johnson Canyon, Three Lakes, parts of the bench — often run on private wells and septic. Larger acreage parcels almost always have septic, so factor in inspection and any required upgrades when budgeting.