2026 Guide

St. George Rental Yield, Tax Advantages & 5-Year Appreciation Forecast

What Is the Rental Yield in St. George, Utah?

Estimated gross rental yield: ~4.5%

Average rent: ~$1,948.

This positions St. George competitively among Western U.S. metros.

Download the full Smart Money Report to see how St. George compares to other Western investment markets.

Why Yield Matters in a Normalizing Market

Higher yield provides:

  • Cash-flow resilience
  • Inflation buffering
  • Downside protection

Inventory & Supply Conditions

Listings increased ~25–30% in 2025

The market has shifted toward balance — not distress.

If you’re evaluating acquisition timing, download the full inventory trend analysis.

Utah Tax Advantages for Investors & Retirees

  • Flat income tax (~4.85%)
  • No estate tax
  • Competitive property tax rates

Tax efficiency enhances total return potential.

5-Year Appreciation Outlook (2025–2030)

Scenario Annual Growth
Conservative 1–2%
Base Case 2–4%
Optimistic 4–6%

Washington County’s migration momentum may support steady long-term appreciation.

Get the Complete 2026 Washington County Investment Analysis

Inside the full report:

  • Migration source-state data
  • Rental demand drivers
  • Institutional modeling inputs
  • Appreciation scenario modeling
  • Tax structure breakdown

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Move in ready from $280,000 1/10 Ownership
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Lula Cove

Located in the Desert Color Community

  • 7 bd
  • 7.5 ba
  • 5,473 ft2
  • Lot #536

5421 Lula Bay Ln,
St. George, UT 84790

Move in ready from $1,799,000
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Desert Solace

Located in the Desert Color Community

  • 7 bd
  • 8.5 ba
  • 5,008 ft2
  • Lot #531

5436 Lula Bay Ln,
St. George, UT 84790

Move in ready from $2,650,000
Under contract
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Villa Charmonte

Located in the Summit View Community

  • 5 bd
  • 5.5 ba
  • 5,927 ft2
  • Lot #1

1468 S Red Cliffs Temple Ln,
St. George, UT 84790