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Is a St. George Vacation Rental Right For You?
Here are a few things to consider when looking at vacation homes:
Know all the rules: Not all homes can be used as rental property here in Southern Utah. Homeowner or condo associations may set rules for rentals, as do most cities. Some resorts may require you to use their programs, which set standards for interior furnishings and amenities, but the property handles the logistics for a percentage of the rent. If you plan to rent out your property, it is especially important to research all these rules before you buy. Lance Clifford & Associates can help you make an informed decision.
Calculate ALL of your costs: The actual purchase price is only part of what you will need to spend. You will also have to pay utilities, HOA or condo fees, property taxes, insurance and the cost of furnishing a new home down to the spoons and forks. Don't forget taxes on your rental income as well!
Be realistic: Renting out a vacation home comes with expenses. You will need to pay for cleaning between tenants, advertising and perhaps property management. If you're part of a resort rental program, it will take a percentage.
Have a rental business plan: Will you go into a rental program, hire a management company or do it yourself via services such as Airbnb or VRBO? If you are handling your own advertising, you will need great photos. You also need to be able to take payments from tenants (services like PayPal can work well) and have a way for them to get in (such as a keyless entry system with programable codes). A reliable cleaning service is essential, especially when you may only have a few hours between tenants.
Have a plan for emergencies: If you don't visit the house often, make sure someone does. For example, a water leak can be devastating. If you're renting, repairs need to be made quickly, so get to know a good handyman or property manager.
Calculate your ROI: If you think owning a vacation home should be part of your overall investment strategy, make sure it's a good move. Estimate returns and weigh them against other uses of the same money.
Expect to pay taxes: Rental income is taxable on state and federal returns, though most vacation homeowners won't earn enough after expenses to face a significant tax liability. If you are doing short-term rentals, the state of Utah, Washington county and local municipalities consider you an innkeeper and expect you to collect the same lodging taxes that hotels collect and pay. If you're renting a home, an apartment, a room, you're basically running a mini-hotel. In St. George, for example, a tax of 5.25 percent is due, 4.25 percent to Washington County and 1 percent to the city.
While there is a lot to consider when buying a vacation rental here in Southern Utah, we still feel that it is a great way to enjoy a second home here and help cover some of the costs of ownership. If you would like more information on vacation rentals, give us a call at 435-200-5508 or contact us via email.
Here is a list of several of the areas zoned for vacation rentals. This list is always changing, so please be sure to contact us to verify that a particular property is in a vacation rental approved area.
- Bloomington Country Club
- Bloomington Gardens (only a certain # of units)
- Casitas at Sienna Hills, 974 N Casitas Hill Loop in Washington - no pool
- Coral Ridge, 4186 E Pebble Beach Dr in Washington - pool & clubhouse
- Coral Springs Resort, 98 N 6680 W in Hurricane - has pool & clubhouse
- Escape at the Ledges, 1640 W Caledonia Dunes Cir in St George - soon to build a pool
- Estancia Resort, 1111 Plantation Dr in St George - has pool
- The Inn @ Entrada
- Las Palmas, 1845 W Canyon View in St George - has pool
- Paradise Village at Zions, 3800 N Paradise Village Dr in Santa Clara - has pool
- Retreat at Sand Hollow (across from Sand Hollow Reservoir) - has pool
- Shinava Ridge (units 24-39 ONLY)
- Sports Village, 860 S Village Rd, St George - has pool & clubhouse
- The Ledges of St. George @ Fairways
- The Ledges of St. George @ Sand Cove
- Town Center, in Washington - has pool
Below is a list of many of the vacation rentals currently on the market. Please note that there are parts of some subdivisions that do not allow vacation rentals, so please verify with us that the home is vacation rental approved.
Fantastic & rare opportunity! Single level END UNIT, NIGHTLY RENTAL APPROVED--with PHENOMENAL views! Best part...in Coral Ridge you can choose your management company or ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 22-237549 MLS
VIEWS VIEWS VIEWS! This FULLY FURNISHED, luxury VACATION RENTAL has a great rental return, and is the ideal second home or investment property! Fully upgraded throughout,...
- 4 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 22-237520 MLS
This new 2 bedroom condo meets the needs of golfers, tourist & those needing a break from the winter cold or busy pace of life. It can also be used to generate revenue fr...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 22-237504 MLS
Vacation Rental Approved Luxury Townhome in Desert Color. Walking distance from the lagoon, clubhouse pool, cabanas, sundeck, and pickleball courts (coming soon). Enjoy s...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 22-237406 MLS
NEW Vacation rental! Fully furnished! Right off I-15, Washington Utah 3 bed/3.5 bath, Sleeps up to 16 Open floor plan with natural lighting. Zion, dining, parks, hiking, ...
- 3 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 22-237435 MLS
Vacation Rental approved. 5 Bed, 5 bath, 2 great rooms, 2nd floor deck & 2 car garage. Just steps away from the Lagoon! Give us a call at 800-383-2653 to discuss question...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 22-237434 MLS
Model home available! Vacation Rental approved. 5 Bed, 5 bath, 2 great rooms, 2nd floor deck & 2 car garage. Several included features included in current price. Furnitur...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 22-237433 MLS
Vacation Rental approved. 5 Bed, 5 bath, 2 great rooms, 2nd floor deck & 2 car garage. Several included features included in current price. Home is currently under constr...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 22-237432 MLS
Paradise Village vacation rental approved! One of the best resorts in Southern Utah! Fully Furnished turn-key. 4 bed/4 full and 2 half baths; sleeps 14 Complex has two po...
- 4 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 22-237427 MLS
PERSONAL OR NIGHTLY RENTAL LUXURY HOME WITH MODERN/CONTEMPORARY STYLE TO BE BUILT IN THE EXCITING NEW AMENITY-RICH DESERT COLOR RESORT. 5 BEDROOMS, 5.5 BATHS, LARGE 2 CAR...
- 5 Beds
- 5.5 Baths
- 22-237403 MLS
PERSONAL OR NIGHTLY RENTAL LUXURY HOME WITH MODERN/CONTEMPORARY STYLE TO BE BUILT IN THE EXCITING NEW AMENITY-RICH DESERT COLOR RESORT. 5 BEDROOMS, 5.5 BATHS, LARGE 2 CAR...
- 5 Beds
- 5.5 Baths
- 22-237396 MLS
PERSONAL OR NIGHTLY RENTAL LUXURY HOME WITH MODERN/CONTEMPORARY STYLE TO BE BUILT IN THE EXCITING NEW AMENITY-RICH DESERT COLOR RESORT. 5 BEDROOMS, 5.5 BATHS, LARGE 2 CAR...
- 5 Beds
- 5.5 Baths
- 22-237395 MLS
PERSONAL OR NIGHTLY RENTAL LUXURY HOME WITH MODERN/CONTEMPORARY STYLE TO BE BUILT IN THE EXCITING NEW AMENITY-RICH DESERT COLOR RESORT. 5 BEDROOMS, 5.5 BATHS, LARGE 2 CAR...
- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 22-237392 MLS
Fully furnished vacation rental in Desert Color is move in ready for your family! Get out of the snow and the cold and enjoy the sunshine from the rooftop patio. Ethan Al...
- 3 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 22-237367 MLS
Vacation Rental approved 2 Bed, 2 Bath condo with large great-room and access to the rooftop sky-deck. Finished with up-scale interior design and stainless steel applianc...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 22-237312 MLS
Fully Furnished & ready to start making you money! Home has been producing $54,000+ per year as a nightly rental property. Close to Zion, Sand Hollow, downtown St George...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 22-237201 MLS
D5 Fully Furnished Vacation Rental at Coral Springs Resort is perfectly situated right next to the pools, tennis courts, basketball and fitness center. The home features ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 22-237191 MLS
Former Model - Don't miss this chance to purchase this amazing vacation rental. This is one of a kind It sleeps 16 comfortably 5 bdrm/5.5 bath unit PLUS two double bun...
- 5 Beds
- 5.5 Baths
- 22-237161 MLS
Best Condo in Las Palmas Resort! Remodeled, most desired location. Ground level, steps to the waterfall pool, playground and acres of grass. Open the sliding glass doo...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 22-237071 MLS
What a great opportunity knocking at your door: Profitable investment property or perfect vacation home all in one. Comes fully furnished. ZONED for NIGHTLY RENTALS! The ...
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 22-237031 MLS
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