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Vacation Rental Properties for Sale in Parowan, Utah
Parowan sits at the mouth of Parowan Canyon along I-15, about 18 miles down the mountain from Brian Head Resort and 20 minutes north of Cedar City. That location is the whole investment thesis for nightly rentals here — guests get ski access, Cedar Breaks National Monument, the Parowan Gap petroglyphs, and a launch point for Bryce Canyon and Zion, without paying Brian Head's mountain-top prices or dealing with 9,800-foot winter access. Founded in 1851 as the first settlement in southern Utah, the town has wide streets, historic pioneer homes, and an elevation around 6,000 feet that keeps summers cooler than St. George but winters far more manageable than the resort above.
Buyers shopping Parowan for vacation rental use tend to look at three property types: updated homes near Main Street that sleep 8-12 for family reunions and Shakespeare Festival weekends, newer builds on the edges of town with garages big enough for snowmobile trailers and side-by-sides, and cabins along the Highway 143 corridor heading toward Brian Head. Demand peaks twice a year — December through March for ski and snowmobile traffic, and June through September for national park visitors and the Parowan ATV Jamboree. Before writing an offer, verify the current short-term rental ordinance with Parowan City and check whether the specific parcel sits in a zone that permits nightly use. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.
June 2026 · Parowan market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Parowan right now.
Median sale
$630,000
3 closed in June 2026
Median DOM
24 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
97.8%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
31
active + pending
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Common questions
About vacation rental properties in Parowan.
Does Parowan allow short-term vacation rentals? ▾
Parowan City has been more open to short-term rentals than many Utah towns, partly because of its proximity to Brian Head and Cedar Breaks. Rules still apply — owners typically need a business license, a nightly lodging tax registration with the state, and compliance with zoning for the specific parcel. Always confirm current ordinances with Parowan City before closing, since rules can change.
Why Parowan instead of Brian Head for a rental property? ▾
Brian Head sits at 9,800 feet and gets buried in snow, which is great for ski-season nightly rates but tough on year-round access and maintenance. Parowan sits at about 6,000 feet, 18 miles down the canyon, with easier winter access, lower purchase prices, and guests who want to ski Brian Head by day and sleep somewhere warmer and drier at night.
What's the typical guest base for a Parowan rental? ▾
Winter brings Brian Head skiers and snowmobilers. Summer pulls in visitors heading to Cedar Breaks National Monument, Bryce Canyon (about 90 minutes east), the Parowan Gap petroglyphs, and the Utah Shakespeare Festival in Cedar City. The June ATV Jamboree and fall color drives on Highway 143 also drive bookings.
What price range should I expect for a rental-ready home in Parowan? ▾
Most single-family homes suitable for nightly rental list in the $300K-$550K range, with cabins and larger group-sleeper homes pushing higher. Older homes near Main Street can be cheaper but may need updates to compete on Airbnb and VRBO. Newer builds on the south and west edges of town tend to command stronger nightly rates.
How far is Parowan from the nearest airport? ▾
Cedar City Regional Airport is about 20 minutes south with limited Delta service to Salt Lake City. St. George Regional is roughly 75 minutes southwest with more flight options, and Las Vegas Harry Reid is about 2.5 hours — that Vegas drive is how a lot of out-of-state guests actually arrive.
Are there HOAs in Parowan that restrict nightly rentals? ▾
Most of Parowan proper is older platted lots with no HOA, which is part of the appeal for rental investors. A few newer subdivisions and cabin developments up toward Brian Head do have CC&Rs that may limit rental length or require approval. Read the recorded covenants carefully before writing an offer.