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Homes Under $500,000 in Virgin, Utah
Virgin sits along SR-9 between Hurricane and Springdale, roughly 20 minutes from the main entrance to Zion National Park and about 35 minutes northeast of St. George. It's a small, rural town — under 700 people — with red rock views, dark skies, and a mix of older ranch-style homes, manufactured homes on acreage, and a slowly growing pocket of newer custom builds along the river bench. Under $500K in Virgin generally means trading subdivision polish for elbow room: larger lots, well-and-septic setups, and the kind of quiet you don't get in Washington County's bigger towns. Buyers in this price range are often a mix of remote workers, retirees who want Zion at their doorstep, and investors eyeing short-term rental potential along the SR-9 corridor.
Climate here is high desert — hot summers in the 95-100° range, mild winters that rarely hold snow for long, and around 250 sunny days a year. That makes outdoor living usable most of the calendar, and many sub-$500K properties include detached shops, RV parking, or room for horses. Keep in mind that Virgin's housing stock is older on average than Hurricane or Apple Valley, so condition varies widely at this price point: some homes need cosmetic updates, others need roofs or septic work factored into your offer. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market, and reach out if you'd like help sorting which properties hold up to a closer look.
April 2026 · Virgin market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Virgin right now.
Median sale
$1,300,000
2 closed in April 2026
Median DOM
162 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
100.0%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
8
active + pending
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Common questions
About homes under $500k in Virgin.
What kind of home can I actually get under $500K in Virgin? ▾
At this price point in Virgin you're typically looking at smaller single-family homes on standard lots, older manufactured homes on acreage, or the occasional builder spec on a smaller parcel. True acreage properties with newer construction tend to push past $500K, so expect to compromise on either square footage or land size to stay in budget.
How does Virgin compare to nearby Hurricane or La Verkin on price? ▾
Virgin generally runs higher per-acre than Hurricane or La Verkin because of its proximity to Zion and the rural, low-density character buyers pay a premium for. However, the smaller, older inventory under $500K in Virgin is roughly comparable in price to similar homes in those neighboring towns — you're paying for the setting, not extra finish.
Are there HOA-restricted communities in Virgin, or is most of it rural acreage? ▾
Most of Virgin is rural with no HOA, including parcels along SR-9 and the side roads heading toward Kolob Terrace. There are a handful of small subdivisions, but the town's identity is agricultural and low-density, so don't expect the planned-community feel you'd find in Washington Fields or Coral Canyon.
Is well and septic standard at this price? ▾
Many properties under $500K in Virgin are on septic, and some rely on shared or private wells rather than culinary water. Always verify water rights, shares, and septic condition during due diligence — water is the single most important factor in southern Utah rural real estate.
How far is Virgin from St. George and Zion National Park? ▾
Virgin sits about 25 minutes from St. George via SR-9 and roughly 20 minutes from the Zion main entrance in Springdale. That positioning is why the town draws both commuters working in St. George and buyers who want quick access to Zion without Springdale's nightly-rental density.
Can I use a home under $500K in Virgin as a short-term rental? ▾
Virgin has its own zoning rules around nightly rentals, and they're more permissive than some neighboring towns but still require checking the specific parcel. If STR income is part of your plan, confirm zoning and permit status with the town before writing an offer — don't assume what works in Springdale or Rockville applies here.