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St. George and Washington County Real Estate for LDS Families
St. George Utah LDS real estate: Red Cliffs Temple dedicated March 2024. Median single-family home $564,500 (2024). Fastest-growing Utah metro for a decade. Retirement, snowbird, and active retiree LDS market. Own Luxury Homes® 12-Point Agent Integrity Audit™.
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St. George and Washington County Real Estate for LDS Families
$564K
St. George single-family median home price in 2024 — fastest-growing Utah metro for over a decade
Red Cliffs
Red Cliffs Utah Temple dedicated March 24, 2024 by Elder Henry B. Eyring — serves Washington County
Retirees
The primary LDS retirement and snowbird destination — warm winters, golf, outdoor recreation
Growing
Washington County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States
St. George is the destination that LDS retirees from Utah, Idaho, and Nevada have chosen for generations. The combination of mild winters, abundant sunshine, red rock landscape, and a deeply established LDS community makes it the most popular LDS retirement market in the country. It is no longer cheap — $564,500 median in 2024 puts it among the more expensive Utah markets — but relative to Phoenix, Scottsdale, or California retirement markets, it delivers extraordinary value.
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St. George Communities
| Area | Character | Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. George proper | Established city center, proximity to shopping, healthcare, Red Cliffs Temple | $450K-$700K | Strong established LDS community; multiple wards |
| Washington City | Adjacent to St. George, newer development, more affordable | $420K-$600K | Growing LDS community; younger family demographic |
| Hurricane | Most affordable Washington County market, more rural character | $380K-$520K | Strong traditional LDS community |
| Santa Clara/Ivins | Premium addresses, vineyard and farmland character, views | $550K-$1.2M | Affluent LDS retiree demographic |
| Bloomington/Bloomington Hills | Golf course communities, established luxury | $500K-$900K | Established LDS families, active retirees |
St. George has appreciated significantly. Surrounding areas offer better value.
The Red Cliffs Utah Temple
The Red Cliffs Utah Temple was dedicated March 24, 2024, by Elder Henry B. Eyring of the First Presidency. At 96,277 square feet and 230 feet tall, it is one of the most visible temple structures in southern Utah. The dedication came after years during which Washington County members drove to the St. George Utah Temple (the oldest continuously operating temple, originally dedicated 1877). The Red Cliffs Temple’s addition significantly reduces temple drive times for the growing population in the northern and eastern areas of Washington County. For real estate: the Red Cliffs Temple’s dedication validated the community growth in Washington County that had been evident for years in the real estate data.
The LDS Retirement Market in St. George
St. George attracts two types of LDS retirees: (1) Full-time retirees who sell their Salt Lake or Utah Valley home and make St. George their permanent address. Often couples whose children are grown, who want warm winters and active retirement. (2) Snowbirds who maintain a Utah Valley or Salt Lake home and spend winters (November through March) in St. George. The snowbird market creates significant seasonal rental demand and strong demand for homes that work as second residences. For full-time retirees: temple proximity matters more than ever. Active LDS retirees often attend the temple 2-3 times per week. The two operating St. George area temples make this one of the most temple-accessible retirement markets in the country.
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“St. George is the retirement market where the LDS buyer gets everything on the list: warm winters, two operating temples, a community full of people at the same life stage, outdoor recreation, and a cost of living that is dramatically lower than coastal retirement alternatives. The comparison to the Utah Valley: full guide at St. George vs Utah Valley Retirement.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why do LDS retirees choose St. George?
Warm winters, two operating LDS temples, established LDS community, outdoor recreation, and significant cost savings versus coastal retirement alternatives. Active LDS retirees often attend temple 2-3 times per week, making temple proximity particularly important.
What is the Red Cliffs Utah Temple?
Dedicated March 24, 2024, by Elder Henry B. Eyring. Located in St. George at 96,277 sq ft and 230 feet tall. Serves Washington County alongside the original St. George Utah Temple (dedicated 1877, the oldest operating temple).
What are home prices in St. George?
St. George single-family median: $564,500 (2024). Washington City/Hurricane: $380K-$600K. Santa Clara/Ivins: $550K-$1.2M. Prices have risen significantly as the fastest-growing Utah metro.
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