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Investment Properties for Sale in Orderville, Utah
Orderville is a small Long Valley town on US-89 between Mt. Carmel Junction and Glendale, and its investment appeal is almost entirely tied to one thing: proximity to Zion National Park's quieter east side. With Zion drawing roughly five million visitors a year and Springdale lodging routinely booked solid from March through October, overflow demand pushes east through the Mt. Carmel Tunnel into Orderville, Glendale, and Mt. Carmel. That spillover is what makes nightly rentals, cabins, and small acreage parcels here pencil out for investors who couldn't make the numbers work in Springdale at four times the price per square foot.
The town itself has under 600 full-time residents, a single school, and ranching roots that still shape what's available — expect older homes on generous lots, the occasional newer build, and parcels with well and septic rather than municipal hookups. Elevation runs around 5,450 feet, so summers are noticeably cooler than St. George and winters bring real snow, which actually extends the shoulder season for guests escaping Las Vegas and Phoenix heat. Kane County's short-term rental rules have historically been friendlier than neighboring jurisdictions, but verify current zoning before you write an offer — the regulatory landscape across southern Utah keeps shifting. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market in and around Orderville.
March 2026 · Orderville market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Orderville right now.
Median sale
$1,494,275
2 closed in March 2026
Median DOM
23 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
93.8%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
6
active + pending
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Common questions
About investment properties in Orderville.
What kind of investment returns are realistic in Orderville? ▾
Most investors here are chasing short-term rental income from Zion-bound travelers rather than long-term tenants — the year-round population is under 600, so traditional rental demand is thin. Nightly rates spike from March through October when Zion sees its heaviest visitation, and well-marketed cabins or homes near Highway 89 can book 60-75% of summer nights. Off-season occupancy drops sharply, so underwrite conservatively.
Does Orderville allow short-term rentals? ▾
Kane County and the town of Orderville are generally more permissive on nightly rentals than nearby Springdale or even Kanab, which is part of why investors look here. Still, verify current zoning, business licensing, and any HOA restrictions before closing — rules have tightened across southern Utah in the last few years and can change with a single council vote.
How close is Orderville to Zion and the other parks? ▾
Orderville sits on US-89 about 25 minutes from Zion's east entrance, roughly an hour from the main Springdale entrance via the Mt. Carmel Tunnel, and about 90 minutes from Bryce Canyon. That east-side access is a real selling point for guests who want to skip the Springdale shuttle crowds and hit Zion early.
What do investment properties in Orderville typically cost? ▾
Pricing ranges widely depending on lot size, water rights, and whether the property is turnkey for nightly rental. Smaller homes and cabins often trade in the mid-$300s to mid-$500s, while larger acreage parcels with multiple structures or established rental history can run $700K and up. Inventory is thin, so comps move with each sale.
Are there water or septic issues to watch for? ▾
Most properties outside the town core are on wells and septic rather than municipal systems. Confirm water rights are deeded with the property, get the well flow tested, and budget for septic inspection — these aren't deal-breakers, but they materially affect what the property can support as a rental.
How many investment listings are typically active here? ▾
Orderville is a small market — it's common to see only a handful of investment-grade listings active at any given time, and good ones move quickly during the spring buying season. The current active set is shown below, updated directly from the Washington County and Wasatch Front MLS feeds.