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Homes with Acreage for Sale in Rockville, Utah
Rockville sits along the Virgin River just west of Springdale, about ten minutes from the Zion National Park gates and roughly 35 minutes east of St. George. The town has fewer than 250 residents, a strict rural-residential character, and zoning that's deliberately protected larger parcels for decades — which is why acreage actually exists here in a corner of Washington County where land otherwise gets carved into subdivisions. Most lots run from one to five acres, with a handful of larger holdings backing up to BLM ground or the red cliffs that frame the valley. Water rights, irrigation shares from the Rockville-Springdale ditch system, and well status are the details that matter most when comparing properties, and they vary lot by lot.
Buyers drawn to acreage in Rockville are usually after one of three things: a horse setup with room for a barn and arena, a quiet primary residence with views of the Eagle Crags and Smithsonian Butte, or a high-end second home within striking distance of Zion. Summer highs run in the upper 90s, winters are mild with occasional dustings of snow, and the dark-sky designation means real stargazing at night. Building restrictions are tighter than in nearby Hurricane or La Verkin — height limits, dark-sky lighting rules, and design review all apply — so it pays to understand the town code before planning improvements. Browse the active acreage listings below to see what's currently available in Rockville and the surrounding Virgin River corridor.
January 2026 · Rockville market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Rockville right now.
Median sale
$2,500,000
2 closed in January 2026
Median DOM
139 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
89.6%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
5
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About homes with acreage in Rockville.
How much land do acreage properties in Rockville typically include? ▾
Most acreage listings in Rockville fall between one and five acres, with a smaller number of parcels in the 5–20 acre range backing up to public land. True large-ranch acreage is rare inside town limits because the original homesteads were sized for irrigated farming along the Virgin River.
Do Rockville acreage properties come with water rights or irrigation? ▾
Many do, but not all. Older parcels often carry shares in the Rockville-Springdale irrigation ditch, and some have private wells in addition to culinary water from the town system. Always confirm water rights, share counts, and well logs in writing before going under contract — it's the single biggest value driver here.
Can I keep horses or livestock on acreage in Rockville? ▾
Yes. Rockville's rural-residential zoning allows horses and most livestock on appropriately sized parcels, and several properties already have barns, loafing sheds, or arenas in place. Check the specific lot's zoning and any CC&Rs, since a few newer developments on the edge of town have tighter animal limits.
What price range should I expect for acreage in Rockville? ▾
Pricing varies widely based on views, water, and existing improvements. Bare one- to three-acre lots have generally traded in the mid-six figures, while improved acreage with a home and Zion-facing views can run well into seven figures. Proximity to the cliffs and unobstructed view corridors command the biggest premiums.
Are there building restrictions I should know about before buying land here? ▾
Rockville enforces a 24-foot height limit, dark-sky compliant exterior lighting, and a design review process intended to preserve the town's historic and rural look. Short-term rentals are also heavily restricted, which matters if you were considering a nightly-rental investment near Zion.
How far is Rockville from Zion National Park and St. George? ▾
The Zion Canyon entrance in Springdale is about 5 miles east — roughly 10 minutes by car. St. George and its regional airport sit about 30 to 35 minutes west via SR-9, and Las Vegas is around 2.5 hours southwest for larger flight options.