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Investment Properties for Sale in Santa Clara, Utah
Santa Clara sits just west of St. George in Washington County, and for investors it offers a quieter, more residential alternative to the busier short-term rental markets nearby. The city has grown from a sleepy farming community into a well-kept bedroom community of around 7,500 residents, with newer neighborhoods like Arcadia and Escalera built out alongside older streets near the historic Jacob Hamblin home. Year-round sunshine (over 300 days), proximity to Snow Canyon State Park, and easy access to I-15 and the St. George Regional Airport make Santa Clara attractive to long-term renters — particularly remote workers, healthcare professionals at Intermountain St. George, and retirees who want a slower pace than central St. George.
What investors should understand before buying here: Santa Clara is stricter on nightly rentals than St. George, with most short-term rental activity confined to specific overlay zones, so the bulk of the rental market is long-term single-family. Median sale prices typically run in the high-$500s to mid-$700s depending on neighborhood and age, and true duplex or multi-family inventory is scarce. The upside is low vacancy, stable tenants, and steady appreciation tied to Washington County's ongoing population growth. Investors comparing Santa Clara to Washington City or Hurricane will find higher entry prices here but generally better neighborhood quality and resale demand. Browse the active investment listings below to see what's currently available, and reach out if you'd like rent comps or STR zoning verified on a specific address.
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
65
active + pending
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Common questions
About investment properties in Santa Clara.
What kinds of investment properties does Santa Clara typically have on the MLS? ▾
Most investment-grade listings in Santa Clara fall into three buckets: single-family homes in established neighborhoods like Santa Clara Heights and Rachel Drive, newer builds in the Arcadia and Escalera communities, and the occasional condo or townhome near Pioneer Parkway. True multi-family product (duplex/fourplex) is rare here — the city's zoning leans heavily residential single-family — so most investors run single-family rentals or short-term rentals where permitted.
Are short-term rentals (Airbnb/VRBO) allowed in Santa Clara? ▾
Santa Clara restricts nightly rentals in most residential zones, and enforcement has tightened over the last few years. A handful of properties carry legal nightly-rental status through specific overlay zones or older grandfathered permits, and those tend to command a price premium. Always verify STR eligibility with Santa Clara City before writing an offer — don't rely on what a previous owner was doing.
What kind of rent can a single-family home in Santa Clara pull? ▾
Long-term rents on a typical 3-bed/2-bath single-family home in Santa Clara generally run in the $2,200–$2,800 range, with newer or larger homes in Arcadia pushing higher. Proximity to Snow Canyon, the Santa Clara River trail system, and Dixie Tech keeps demand steady year-round, and vacancy across Washington County has historically stayed low.
How does Santa Clara compare to St. George or Washington for investors? ▾
Santa Clara generally has higher entry prices than parts of Washington City but lower turnover and a more stable tenant pool — many renters are professionals working in St. George or retirees testing the area before buying. St. George offers more multi-family inventory and easier STR zones in pockets like the Ledges and Entrada-adjacent areas, while Santa Clara wins on long-term appreciation and neighborhood quality.
What should I budget for property taxes and HOA on a Santa Clara rental? ▾
Non-primary-residence properties in Utah are taxed at the full assessed rate (no 45% residential exemption), so plan on roughly 1.0–1.1% of market value annually for taxes on an investment property. HOA fees vary widely — older neighborhoods often have none, while newer subdivisions like Arcadia run $40–$120/month. Factor both into your cap rate math before making an offer.
Is now a reasonable time to buy a rental in Santa Clara? ▾
Cash flow is tight at current rates, like most of Southern Utah, so most investors here are playing a longer game: steady appreciation, low vacancy, and a population that keeps growing as people relocate from California and the Wasatch Front. If you need day-one positive cash flow, you'll likely need a larger down payment or an STR-eligible property. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market.