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Investment Properties for Sale in Torrey, Utah
Torrey is a 200-resident town sitting at 6,800 feet on Highway 24, eleven miles from the Capitol Reef National Park visitor center. That single fact drives the entire investment thesis here: Capitol Reef pulled over 1.2 million visitors in recent years, and Torrey is the closest lodging hub to the park gate. Cabins, casitas, small lodges, and single-family homes operating as nightly rentals make up most of the investment inventory, with seasonal demand running heavy from April through October and a quieter winter once Boulder Mountain and Highway 12 see snow. Buyers come here for cash flow tied to national park tourism, not for appreciation plays — though land values along the Highway 24 corridor have climbed steadily as Airbnb supply has tightened.
The practical considerations matter more in Torrey than in a Wasatch Front purchase. Water rights, well production, septic condition, and short-term rental zoning through Wayne County and the Town of Torrey all need to be confirmed parcel by parcel before closing. Properties closer to the park entrance command higher nightly rates; properties further west toward Teasdale and Grover trade some bookings for acreage and views of the Henry Mountains and Boulder Mountain. Management is the other variable — there are a handful of local property managers handling cleans and guest turnover, but the labor pool is small. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market, and reach out when you want help running the numbers on a specific address.
May 2026 · Torrey market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Torrey right now.
Median sale
$401,500
2 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
210 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
97.4%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
4
active + pending
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Common questions
About investment properties in Torrey.
What kind of investment returns do Torrey rentals actually generate? ▾
Most Torrey investment properties run as short-term vacation rentals serving Capitol Reef visitors, with peak season from April through October. Well-positioned cabins and homes near the park entrance can book 150-200 nights a year at premium nightly rates, though winter slows considerably once temperatures drop and Highway 12 sees snow. Underwriting on annual numbers rather than peak-month projections is the realistic approach.
Does Wayne County or Torrey restrict short-term rentals? ▾
Torrey is more permissive than many Utah resort towns, and Wayne County has historically allowed nightly rentals in most zones, but rules do shift. Verify current town ordinances, required business licenses, and TRT (transient room tax) registration with Wayne County before closing. Some HOAs in newer developments around Torrey have their own STR caps.
How close are listings to Capitol Reef National Park? ▾
Torrey sits about 11 miles west of the Capitol Reef visitor center on Highway 24, making it the closest lodging hub to the park. Properties along Highway 24 between Torrey and the park boundary tend to command the highest nightly rates because guests want quick access to Scenic Drive, the Fruita orchards, and sunrise hikes.
What price range should an investor expect in Torrey? ▾
Cabins and small homes suitable for STR use generally run from the mid $400s into the $800s, with larger lodges, multi-unit setups, and acreage parcels pushing past $1M. Raw land with development potential and water shares can also be a play here, though water rights in Wayne County are tight and need careful review.
Is there a long-term rental market in Torrey too? ▾
Yes, but it's small. Year-round demand comes from park staff, Wayne School District employees, and hospitality workers, and inventory is thin enough that a clean long-term rental usually leases quickly. Returns are lower than STR but the management burden is far lighter, especially through the November-March shoulder.
What should I check on utilities and infrastructure before buying? ▾
Many Torrey-area properties run on well water and septic rather than municipal systems, so well production, water rights, and septic condition belong on the inspection list. Cell coverage and internet vary parcel to parcel — Starlink has become the standard fix for rural lots, and guests increasingly expect reliable Wi-Fi.