Southern Utah: Where Golf and Real Estate Collide

Southern Utah has quietly become one of the most concentrated golf-and-real-estate corridors in the American West. Within a stretch of the I-15 corridor between Cedar City and St. George, buyers can choose from 10 distinct golf course communities — ranging from affordable …

The Zion Premium Is Real — But So Are the Traps

Properties near Zion National Park command some of the highest nightly rates in Southern Utah. A well-run 3–4 bedroom home with a hot tub and mountain views can gross $60K–$90K per year. That number attracts investors from across …

If you're underwriting a Sand Hollow vacation rental, the question that matters is the same one I ask before I write any offer on an STR: what does it actually earn, month by month, and is the price-to-revenue ratio worth the work? After running my own short-term rentals near …

Investors ask me this every week: should I buy a short-term rental in Hurricane or Cedar City? The honest answer is they're not the same product, and the right pick depends on what kind of investor you are. After running my own rentals in both areas and walking dozens …

Sand Hollow has gone from a quiet reservoir community to one of Southern Utah's most recognized destinations in less than two decades. Buyers ask me weekly what it's actually like to own there — what kind of homes are available, how the HOAs work, what the lifestyle looks …

Buying a vacation home near Zion National Park is one of the most common goals my clients walk in with. The conversation usually goes the same way: they want a place for family use, but the property has to "pay for itself" through Airbnb income. That sounds reasonable until you …

By Gerardo Lopez, RE/MAX Properties Broker and 8-year Cedar City Airbnb Superhost. Last updated May 2026.

If you own a short-term rental in Cedar City, Hurricane, Dixie Springs, or the Sand Hollow area …

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I have been operating short-term rentals in Southern Utah while also selling real estate for over a decade. This is not a theoretical guide. It is what I have seen work and what has not, with the numbers that actually matter.

Why Southern Utah for …

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Nestled in the heart of southern Utah, Cedar City is a hidden gem that offers a unique mix of natural beauty, cultural activities, and outdoor adventures. Whether you're a history buff, an outdoor enthusiast, or a foodie, there's something for everyone in this …

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Cedar City, Utah may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of Mexican food, but it's home to some hidden gems that are definitely worth a visit. 

Here are some of the best Mexican restaurants in Cedar City …