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A haven for nature lovers in southern Utah
Surrounded by red rocks and scenic hiking trails, Santa Clara is the outdoorsy neighbor to the larger city of St. George, offering a quieter way of life with convenient access to the metropolitan area. "Even though it neighbors St. George and a lot of people wouldn't be able to tell that it's a different city, it's a really cute, eclectic town," says Julia DeMarce, an agent with eXp Realty, who has sold homes in Santa Clara. "It has a small-town feel. The community is really close-knit. They have a fresh farm stand that people are really familiar with." Santa Clara was founded in the 1860s by Jacob Hamblin, a missionary from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Swiss settlers moved in, and the city grew on the outskirts of St. George. Now home to around 8,500 people, Santa Clara is full of quiet subdivisions, a few small farms and some local businesses. Proximity to the natural beauty of southwestern Utah is one of the main perks of life here, with nature reserves, state parks and national parks all within reach.
Desert mountains and landscapes hug the borders of Santa Clara Heights.
Entrada is an active community, with Snow Canyon Parkway trail offering miles of biking trails.
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Exploring the red rocks of southwestern Utah
Santa Clara residents have plenty of natural recreation in and around the city. There are several hiking trails in the Santa Clara River Reserve in the city's southern end. Red Cliffs National Conservation Area has plenty more trails north of the city, including in Red Mountain, which towers above the region. Nearby state parks include Gunlock, Snow Canyon and Sand Hollow, Utah's most visited state park. Sand Hollow is a large lake popular for boating, fishing, camping and driving off-highway vehicles through the desert sand dunes. The Zion Canyon Visitor Center at Zion National Park is about 46 miles east of town. Within Santa Clara, city parks offer recreation like baseball and softball fields, tennis courts, a BMX track and playgrounds. Black Desert Resort is a public golf course in the city’s north end that hosts PGA events.
Snow Canyon State Park borders the north and east sides of the community.
Entrada is a desert oasis in the middle of the vast desert of Southern Utah.
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Culture and arts around Santa Clara
Santa Clara has multiple cultural sites and events spanning the city's history. The Jacob Hamblin Home has been standing since 1863 and is open for daily tours. Just north of the city, the Tuacahn Center for the Arts hosts performances at its indoor and outdoor amphitheaters, including Broadway musicals and concerts from various genres. The outdoor setting is nestled into the cliffs of Padre Canyon, providing a scenic backdrop during the performance. The annual Swiss Days festival celebrates the city’s early Swiss settlers with events like a parade, pioneer craft demonstrations, a car show and a free concert.
Suburban homes in the Utah desert
Santa Clara is a largely suburban city, with neighborhoods like Santa Clara Heights featuring new traditional homes on quiet streets. Sidewalks and mature trees add to the neighborhood feel. Other housing styles include late 20th-century ranch-style houses and modern contemporary homes. There is a good amount of Mediterranean architecture in the city as well. While most of the houses are close together, it is possible to find properties with spacious lots for recreation or large gardens. The median home price is around $592,000, down 2% over the past year. That price point is higher than the median in St. George but slightly lower than in the nearby city of Ivins.
Contemporary homes are sprawling in Santa Clarita Heights.
Spanish-inspired homes are a popular choice amongst living spaces in Santa Clara Heights.
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Local shops and restaurants in Santa Clara and St. George
Santa Clara has limited shopping and dining. A locally owned seasonal farm stand on Santa Clara Drive has been operating in the community since 1958. There are also a couple of small boutiques and a restaurant along this street. The city's north side has a few chain restaurants and a Harmon's Grocery store at the intersection of Pioneer Parkway and Rachel Drive. More shopping and dining options are available in St. George, including several chain and big-box stores and popular local restaurants downtown.
Residents in Santa Clara Heights enjoy their favorite pizza from Hungry Howie's Pizza.
Santa Clara Heights dwellers can shop groceries at Harmons Grocery.
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Top-rated Washington County schools
The Washington County School District serves Santa Clara and nearby communities. Niche rates the district a B-plus and ranks it the 11th-best district in Utah. Most of Santa Clara is districted for Snow Canyon High School, which offers several clubs and activities. The school also participates in the Leadership Dixie Academy, which prepares students to become leaders in their community through specialized field trips and mentoring from local businesspeople.
Santa Clara Elementary School is a great option for kids in Santa Clara Heights.
Students in Santa Clara Heights can attend Snow Canyon High School.
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Commuting around southwestern Utah
Santa Clara is not a very walkable city, so most people drive to get around. Cycling is possible with bike lanes on major roads like Santa Clara Drive and Canyon View Drive. The city is about a 6.5-mile drive into Downtown St. George via Sunset Boulevard and Bluff Street. The SunTran bus system has two routes that pass through Santa Clara, also connecting the city to St. George and Ivins. St. George Regional Hospital is about 7 miles east of town, while St. George Regional Airport is about 19 miles away.
Climate and crime factors in Santa Clara
Santa Clara has average high temperatures of 28 degrees in the winter and 101 degrees in the summer. The city gets just eight inches of annual precipitation, far below the national average. Because of these dry conditions, wildfires pose a risk to life in Santa Clara. The Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands has several wildfire resources on its website. Despite little rainfall, the Santa Clara River has had significant floods. Mitigation measures implemented after a 2005 flood have prevented similar disasters since.
The Santa Clara-Ivins Police Department provides law enforcement for the two cities. In 2023, the department saw a 57.6% increase in violent crimes, up from 11 to 26. Property crimes rose by 24%, from 57 to 75. Despite these increases, both rates are significantly below the national average.
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On average, homes in Santa Clara, UT sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Santa Clara, UT over the last 12 months is $505,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Among the stunning landscapes of Southern Utah, Santa Clara Heights rises above the rest with hilltop views of nearby red rock formations, mountains and the desert. This residential neighborhood rests one mile north of downtown Santa Clara and seven miles from St. George. The community is part of one of the oldest towns in the region and was founded in 1854 by Jacob Hamblin, a missionary for Brigham Young. Now known as the ‘Garden Spot’ of Washington County, the steadily growing neighborhood is near lava fields and the Santa Clara River, making it especially attractive to outdoor enthusiasts. “Santa Clara Heights is a desirable community with unique properties and scenic views. It’s not cookie-cutter. There are established, older homes but new ones, too. It’s spread out, and it’s one of the only places in the area where you get big trees,” says JD Reese, a Realtor with Red Rock Real Estate with nearly a decade of experience.
Santa Clara Heights doesn’t have shopping and dining options in the community, but plenty of both are just outside the boundaries. One mile northwest, Royal Thai Cuisine Express 89 features an array of Thai dishes, including seven different kinds of curry. A few blocks down, Mo’Bettahs is a regional chain formed in Bountiful, Utah. The owners wanted to bring Hawaiian cuisine to the area, and now locals can have authentic Kalua pork or Pulehu chicken six days a week. Harmons Grocery-Santa Clara is just across the parking lot from Mo’Bettahs and offers cooking classes in addition to produce, meats and pantry items. Frei’s Market is a beloved produce stand founded in 1956 at the southern end of the neighborhood. Slightly further down West Sunset Boulevard, shopping centers like Dixie Sunset Plaza and The Shops at Green Gate Village are within five miles of Santa Clara Heights.
Canyon View Park has a large playground with climbing equipment and a baseball field. There’s even a scavenger hunt with ten clues and objects hidden throughout the space. Swiss Pioneer Memorial Park is centrally located in Santa Clara. It features a wooden jungle gym and play equipment covered by a large canopy and picnic areas surrounded by the nearby hills. Archie H. Gubler Park is one of the largest green spaces in St. George. The sports park has five standard baseball fields and two Little League fields, in addition to a playground and pickleball courts. The Lava Flow Trail runs to the north of the community. The paved 2.3-mile trail is meant for cyclists and hikers of all skill levels.
Well-maintained houses, large lots and quiet streets make Santa Clara Heights a popular place to be. Homebuyers can choose from ranch-style homes, contemporary designs and Spanish-inspired residences among winding roads and cul-de-sacs. “Santa Clara Heights is popular with locals because it’s less congested than some nearby areas. It’s more laid-back, less commercial, and it’s a great place to raise a family. People move in and want to stay there, so there are generational purchases from one family member to another,” says Brian Hickman, a Realtor and associate broker with Realty Executives of Southern Utah and more than 20 years of experience. “There are a lot of ramblers with basements, but different sections of the neighborhood were built at different times. Some are still being built.” Homes sell for a median price of $533,000 after 55 days on the market, although the entire price range is more extensive. Ranch-style houses range from $470,000 to $670,000, while contemporary homes range from $850,000 to $1.8 million.
Students attend Santa Clara School, Lava Ridge Intermediate, Snow Canyon Middle and Snow Canyon High. Niche B-minus-rated Santa Clara School teaches prekindergarten to fifth graders Chinese and English in a dual language immersion program. B-rated Lava Ridge Intermediate allows sixth and seventh graders to earn prizes through good behavior with its Warrior Way Mart initiative. B-rated Snow Canyon Middle provides eighth and ninth graders with extracurriculars like MathCounts, a nationwide competition designed to sharpen math skills and build teamwork. B-rated Snow Canyon High is known for its sports programs, with golf, tennis, cross country and swimming teams.
The neighborhood’s most significant roadways include Santa Clara Drive, North Canyon View Drive and Red Mountain Drive. The Pioneer Parkway is a short drive away. Nearly 92% of people have a 30-minute or less daily commute to nearby Washington or St. George, and 43% of those travelers drive less than 15 minutes. The community is bike-friendly and has sidewalks to connect subdivisions together. The neighborhood lies seven miles from Innovation Medical Group St. George and is 20 miles from St. George Regional Airport. There is no public transportation in Santa Clara Heights.
Santa Clara Heights faces risks of wildfires. Extreme temperatures and strong winds can spur these fast-moving blazes. To lessen the damage an event like this can cause, the city and Washington County ensure flammable debris is kept to a minimum and buildings are up to construction codes.
Property Mix - Square Feet
Rental Home Trends
Number of Homes for Rent
2
Median Rent
$2,200
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,200
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,200
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,200
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,200
Weather
Annual Precipitation
8''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
101°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Fairly bikeable
Bikeability®
40/ 100
Somewhat walkable
Walkability®
30/ 100
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