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Single Story Homes for Sale in Virgin, Utah
Virgin sits along State Route 9 between La Verkin and Springdale, about 15 minutes from the west entrance to Zion National Park and roughly 30 minutes from St. George. It's a small town — population hovers around 600 — with large parcels, red rock backdrops, and a mix of newer builds on acreage and older ranch-style homes scattered along the Virgin River corridor. Single-story homes are common here because lot sizes allow for sprawling footprints, and many buyers moving to Virgin are retirees, second-home owners, or families who want everything on one level to handle the heat, hauling gear in and out for hikes, and aging in place without stairs.
What sets single-level living in Virgin apart from similar homes down in St. George or Hurricane is the lot size and the views. Many properties sit on a half-acre to several acres, with horse setups, RV parking, and clear sightlines to the cliffs around Smithsonian Butte and Gooseberry Mesa. Elevations near 3,600 feet mean slightly cooler summers than St. George — a real factor when you're choosing between a rambler with a covered patio here versus a two-story closer to town. Construction styles range from territorial stucco and pueblo-inspired builds to modern desert contemporary. Browse the active single-story listings below to see what's currently on the market in Virgin.
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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Active listings
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Common questions
About single story homes in Virgin.
Why are single-story homes so common in Virgin? ▾
Lot sizes in Virgin are generous compared to neighboring towns, so builders and owners have room to spread out horizontally instead of building up. The buyer pool also skews toward retirees and second-home owners headed to Zion, both of whom typically prefer no stairs.
What's the typical price range for a single-level home in Virgin? ▾
Most single-story homes in Virgin land between roughly $600,000 and $1.5 million, depending on acreage, age, and view corridor. Homes on multi-acre lots with Zion-facing views or horse facilities push toward the upper end, while older ranchers on smaller parcels come in lower.
Do these homes usually sit on acreage? ▾
Many do. It's common to see single-story properties on a half-acre up to 5+ acres, often with room for horses, an RV garage, or a casita. Virgin's zoning and rural character make larger parcels the norm rather than the exception.
How does the climate compare to St. George for single-level living? ▾
Virgin sits about 800 feet higher than St. George, so summer highs typically run 3-5 degrees cooler and nights drop further. That makes single-level homes with covered patios and outdoor living spaces usable for more of the year than you'd get in lower elevation desert towns.
Are most single-story homes here newer construction or older builds? ▾
It's a mix. You'll see 1980s and 1990s ranchers along older county roads, plus a steady stream of custom builds from the last 10-15 years on subdivided acreage. Newer homes tend to feature open floor plans, great rooms, and 3-car or RV-depth garages.
Is well water or culinary water more common on these properties? ▾
Properties inside the town's water service area are on culinary water through Virgin Town's system, while some larger parcels on the outskirts rely on shared or private wells. Always confirm the water source and any irrigation shares during due diligence, since it affects both cost and what you can do with the land.