bds
|
ba
|
sqft
ac lot
|
car garage
|
|
Homes Under $500,000 in Kanarraville, Utah
Kanarraville sits at the base of the Hurricane Cliffs off I-15, about 12 miles south of Cedar City, and it's still one of the few spots in Iron County where a buyer can land a house for under $500K without settling for a fixer or a lot on the edge of town. This is a town of roughly 350 people, no stoplight, and a well-known slot canyon trailhead that draws hikers past the old rock church every weekend. Homes here trend newer than you'd expect for such a small place, since much of Kanarraville's housing stock was built in the last 20 years on half-acre-plus lots, and $500K still reaches a lot of those properties, especially away from the newer view lots closer to the canyon.
Buyers looking under $500K here are usually choosing between a modest single-level home on a larger parcel or a slightly older build that needs cosmetic updates, since new construction with upgraded finishes tends to push past that mark quickly given current material and labor costs in Iron County. Well and septic systems are common outside the core of town, so budgeting for that inspection matters more here than in Cedar City proper. Commuting workers headed to Cedar City, SUU, or the regional medical center make the 15-minute drive daily, which keeps demand steady without the price pressure you'd see closer to Zion. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.
May 2026 · Kanarraville market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Kanarraville right now.
Median sale
$1,025,000
1 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
116 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
93.2%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
1
active + pending
2 matching · page 1 of 1
Active listings
Prefer the map?
See all 2 homes under $500k on a map
Pan around Kanarraville and refine by drawing your own boundary.
Common questions
About homes under $500k in Kanarraville.
How many homes under $500K usually come up in Kanarraville? ▾
Inventory is thin year-round. Kanarraville has roughly 350 residents and only a few dozen homes change hands in a typical year, so it's common to see anywhere from zero to a handful of sub-$500K listings at any given moment. Setting up an alert is the practical move since listings here can sell within days.
What kind of home does $500K actually buy in Kanarraville? ▾
At this price point you're typically looking at older site-built homes on larger lots, modest 3-bed ranchers, or manufactured homes on land with irrigation rights. Newer construction and larger acreage parcels usually push past the $500K line, especially anything backing the foothills or with Kanarra Creek frontage.
Are there HOA fees or subdivisions in Kanarraville? ▾
Most of Kanarraville is unincorporated-feeling rural town lots with no HOA. Properties often come with shares of irrigation water through the local company, which is a real asset for pasture, gardens, or small livestock. Always confirm water shares convey with the sale.
How's the commute to Cedar City or St. George from here? ▾
Cedar City is about 12 miles north on I-15, roughly a 15-minute drive, which makes Kanarraville a realistic option for SUU staff, Cedar City hospital workers, and Iron County employees. St. George is about 45 minutes south. The I-15 on-ramp at New Harmony is the bottleneck if there's winter weather.
What should I check before buying an older home in this price range? ▾
Septic system condition, well versus culinary water connection, and the age of the roof and HVAC are the big three on Kanarraville's older stock. Many homes predate current energy codes, so plan to budget for windows or insulation. Also verify the flood zone — properties near Kanarra Creek can sit in or near mapped flood areas.
Is Kanarraville a good fit for buyers wanting trail access? ▾
Yes — Kanarraville Falls trailhead sits at the east edge of town, and the slot canyon hike draws visitors from across the country. For residents that means real outdoor access from the front door, though it also means summer weekend traffic through town when the permit system is active.