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New Construction Homes for Sale in Big Water, Utah
Big Water sits in the far southeast corner of Kane County, about 15 miles from Page, Arizona and a short drive from Lake Powell's Wahweap and Lone Rock access points. The town was originally settled in the 1950s as a construction camp for Glen Canyon Dam workers, and for decades it stayed quiet — population still hovers around 500. That's changed in the last several years as buyers priced out of Moab, Kanab, and the St. George corridor have started looking at Big Water for its cheaper land, red rock surroundings, and proximity to one of the best boating lakes in the West. New construction here means desert-modern builds on larger lots, not dense subdivisions.
The climate matters when you're spec'ing a new home in Big Water. Summer highs regularly clear 100°F from June through August, winters are mild with rare snow, and the area gets close to 300 sunny days a year. That drives design choices: deep overhangs, light-colored stucco, xeriscaped yards, oversized garages for boats and side-by-sides, and covered patios oriented toward Lake Powell or the Vermilion Cliffs. Most active builders are smaller custom shops rather than national production builders, so floor plans and finishes vary widely from listing to listing. Some properties come pre-approved for short-term rental use, which appeals to buyers treating the home as both a getaway and an income property. Browse the active new construction listings below to see what's currently available or under contract.
December 2024 · Big Water market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Big Water right now.
Median sale
$329,000
1 closed in December 2024
Median DOM
213 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
99.7%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
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active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About new construction homes in Big Water.
Is there much new construction activity in Big Water right now? ▾
Big Water is a small town of roughly 500 residents, so new construction comes in trickles rather than waves. Most new builds are custom homes on individual lots rather than tract subdivisions, and inventory at any given time is usually in the single digits. Checking the live MLS results below is the most reliable way to see what's actually under construction or recently completed.
What style of new homes is being built in Big Water? ▾
Builders here lean toward desert-appropriate designs: stucco or stone exteriors, low-slope or metal roofs, drought-tolerant landscaping, and large windows oriented toward the red rock and Lake Powell views. Square footage tends to run from modest 1,500 sq ft getaways to larger 3,000+ sq ft custom homes built as vacation rentals or second homes.
Are new builds in Big Water primarily primary residences or vacation properties? ▾
A significant share of new construction is built as short-term rental investments or second homes, given the town's location 20 minutes from Lake Powell's Wahweap Marina and the Glen Canyon Dam. Kane County's STR rules are friendlier than many Utah jurisdictions, which has driven investor-built spec homes in recent years.
What should I know about utilities and lot prep for new builds out here? ▾
Big Water has municipal water, but some outlying parcels rely on wells or hauled water, and septic systems are common rather than sewer hookups on larger lots. Natural gas is not widely available, so most new homes use propane or all-electric systems. Confirm utility access in writing before closing on raw land or a build contract.
How far is Big Water from services and an airport? ▾
Page, Arizona sits about 15 minutes south and handles groceries, medical, and the regional airport (PGA) with flights to Phoenix. St. George is roughly 2.5 hours west, and Salt Lake City International is about 4.5 hours north. Plan around that distance if you're considering a primary residence here.
What's the price range on new construction in Big Water? ▾
Most new builds list somewhere between the high $300Ks for smaller homes on standard lots up to $700K-$900K+ for larger custom homes with views or acreage. Land prices and build costs have climbed alongside the rest of southern Utah, so penciling out a from-scratch build now usually lands close to buying a completed spec home.