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New Construction Homes for Sale in Hildale, Utah
Hildale sits in the far southwest corner of Utah against the red sandstone cliffs of Canaan Mountain, sharing a border with Colorado City, Arizona in what locals call Short Creek. The town has changed dramatically over the last decade, and new construction is part of that story — builders are putting up modern single-family homes on lots that were previously held by the United Effort Plan trust, and a handful of small subdivisions have come online with contemporary floor plans, attached garages, and finished landscaping that look nothing like the older, oversized polygamist-era houses the area is known for. Elevation here runs about 5,000 feet, so summers are noticeably cooler than St. George (45 minutes southwest) and winters bring occasional snow but stay mild compared to northern Utah.
Buyers drawn to newly built homes in Hildale are usually after one of three things: a quiet small-town pace with Zion National Park's Kolob Terrace entrance practically out the back door, genuinely affordable price points compared to Washington County, or a turnkey property without the deferred maintenance that comes with the town's older housing stock. Water rights, septic versus town sewer, and lot history are worth asking about on any new build here — the answers vary block by block. Browse the active new-construction listings below to see floor plans, completion timelines, and what's currently available across Hildale.
June 2026 · Hildale market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Hildale right now.
Median sale
$505,000
1 closed in June 2026
Median DOM
211 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
98.1%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
12
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About new construction homes in Hildale.
What price range do new construction homes in Hildale typically fall into? ▾
Most new builds in Hildale price between the high $300s and low $600s depending on square footage, lot size, and finish level. That's notably below comparable new construction in St. George or Washington, which makes the town attractive to buyers priced out of the I-15 corridor.
Are new homes in Hildale on city water and sewer or wells and septic? ▾
It depends on the lot. The townsite generally has municipal water through Twin City Water Authority, but sewer service is a mix — some neighborhoods are on the town system and outlying parcels still use septic. Confirm utilities in writing before going under contract, since hookup costs vary widely.
Who are the active builders in Hildale right now? ▾
The market is dominated by smaller regional and local builders rather than national production builders like you'd see in Washington County. Inventory tends to be a few spec homes at a time plus build-to-suit opportunities on individual lots. Listings below show which builders currently have homes on the MLS.
How long is the drive to St. George and Zion National Park? ▾
St. George is about 40 to 45 minutes via SR-59 and SR-9, and the south entrance to Zion at Springdale is roughly 30 minutes. The Kolob Terrace Road into Zion's high country is just up the highway from Hildale, which is one of the area's quieter draws for outdoor buyers.
Can I buy a vacant lot in Hildale and bring my own builder? ▾
Yes. There are buildable lots available across town, including some larger parcels coming out of the former UEP trust holdings. Title history on Short Creek properties can be more involved than a typical Utah transaction, so working with a title company familiar with the area matters.
What should I know about the local schools and community? ▾
Hildale is served by Washington County School District, with Water Canyon School handling K-12 right in town. The community has diversified significantly since around 2017, and newer residents include remote workers, retirees, and families relocating from busier parts of Utah and Arizona.