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55+ Community Homes for Sale in Santa Clara, Utah
Santa Clara sits just west of St. George in the heart of Washington County, and its mild winters, red-rock backdrop, and walkable golf-course neighborhoods have made it one of the more popular small towns in Southern Utah for retirees. The 55+ communities here tend to be smaller and quieter than the big age-restricted developments in St. George or Hurricane — think single-level homes, low-maintenance xeriscaped yards, attached garages, and HOAs that handle front-yard upkeep so owners can travel without worrying about the property. Sun River St. George is the nearest large active-adult community just minutes away, but Santa Clara itself offers pockets of age-targeted housing near the Santa Clara River, along Lava Flow Drive, and close to the Entrada and Sky Mountain golf courses.
Buyers usually land here for the climate — roughly 300 sunny days a year, winter highs in the 50s and 60s, and easy access to Snow Canyon State Park's hiking and biking trails right out the back door. Prices in age-restricted sections of Santa Clara generally run from the mid-$400s for a smaller patio home up past $800,000 for larger casitas with golf or red-rock views. St. George Regional Hospital is about 10 minutes east, and the Las Vegas airport is a straightforward 1 hour 50 minute drive for visiting family. Browse the active 55+ listings below to see what's currently available, and reach out when you want to walk through a few in person.
May 2026 · Santa Clara market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Santa Clara right now.
Median sale
$600,000
5 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
20 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
99.6%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
64
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About 55+ community homes in Santa Clara.
What does 55+ actually mean for a Santa Clara community? ▾
Under federal Housing for Older Persons rules, at least one resident in each home must be 55 or older, and at least 80% of occupied homes must meet that age requirement. Most Santa Clara age-restricted HOAs also limit how long younger guests or grandchildren can stay. Check the specific CC&Rs before writing an offer — they vary community by community.
Which 55+ neighborhoods are closest to Santa Clara? ▾
Sun River St. George is the largest nearby active-adult community and sits just across the river from Santa Clara off Pioneer Parkway. Within Santa Clara proper you'll see smaller age-targeted pockets in places like Sunbrook-adjacent patio-home sections and parts of the Lava Flow corridor. SunRiver and Coral Canyon Sun River are the two names most buyers compare against.
What do HOA dues typically cover in these communities? ▾
Most Santa Clara-area 55+ HOAs run somewhere between $150 and $300 per month and cover front-yard landscaping, common-area maintenance, and access to a clubhouse with a pool, pickleball courts, and a fitness room. Some also include basic cable or internet. Always pull the most recent budget and reserve study before closing.
Are these homes a good fit for lock-and-leave snowbirds? ▾
Yes — that's a big part of why they exist here. Single-level layouts, HOA-managed landscaping, low-water yards, and a dry climate that's gentle on a vacant house make Santa Clara very snowbird-friendly. Many owners spend roughly October through April here and head north or back home for the summer heat.
How hot does it really get in the summer? ▾
Summer highs in Santa Clara routinely hit 100-108°F from mid-June through August, with cooler evenings than you'd see in Phoenix or Las Vegas because of the slightly higher elevation (about 2,700 feet). Most full-time residents handle it with covered patios, refrigerated AC, and early-morning walks in Snow Canyon.
Can I rent a 55+ home out short-term if I'm not using it? ▾
Almost never. Age-restricted HOAs in the Santa Clara and St. George area typically prohibit short-term and nightly rentals, and many require minimum lease terms of 6 or 12 months plus age verification of the tenant. If rental income is part of your plan, a non-age-restricted neighborhood is usually the better path.