Moab Real Estate 2025 Recap

Moab · Utah · 2025 recap

Moab Real Estate Market 2025

Prices have cooled from their peak, rents are recalibrating, and the short-term rental market is still strong but more competitive. Here’s a grounded, local look at where Moab’s market really sits in 2025 — and what that means for buyers, sellers, and investors.

Post-frenzy normalization Real numbers, local context Buyer leverage returning

This overview is updated periodically as new data comes out. For a deeper dive into your specific property or investment plan, you can always talk directly with Moab Premier Properties →

Snapshot · 2025
Softer pricing Listing & sale prices down from 2022–23 highs; more realistic asks.
Leaner STRs Competitive short-term rental landscape; well-run properties still shine.
Still in demand Limited land, park traffic & lifestyle demand support long-term value.

Big picture

Key Takeaways from the Moab Market in 2025

  • Home prices have softened from the 2022–2023 highs as the market digests higher interest rates.
  • Buyers have more leverage than during the frenzy: fewer bidding wars, more room to negotiate.
  • Rents have cooled after a big run-up, but Moab is still pricier than the national average.
  • Short-term rentals remain lucrative, but performance now depends heavily on quality, pricing, and management.
  • Regulation and zoning matter more than ever: what you can legally do with a property is as important as the property itself.

Big picture: Moab has shifted from “white-hot” to “selectively strong.” Well-positioned homes and dialed-in STRs still perform extremely well. Overpriced, compromised, or poorly located assets sit longer and underperform.

Sales & values

Home Prices & Sales Trends in 2025

Median prices and general direction

After several years of rapid appreciation, Moab’s market has cooled into a more balanced posture. Public data and on-the-ground experience both point to:

  • Median listing and sale prices off the peaks set during the low-rate boom years.
  • Price-per-square-foot easing as buyers push back on top-of-the-market pricing.
  • Longer days on market for homes that are mispriced or lack a clear value story.

What we’re seeing on the ground

  • Well-priced homes still move, especially in desirable in-town pockets and view corridors.
  • Overpriced listings linger and often require multiple price reductions or concessions.
  • Quality and uniqueness matter more now that buyers have options and time to think.
  • Land and specialty inventory remain intensely case-by-case — water, access, and zoning can make or break a parcel.

If you’re a seller, this is a market where strategy matters more than ever. Pricing, presentation, timing, and how your property is positioned relative to STR rules, HOAs, utilities, and financing all affect your outcome.

If you want a property-specific read, the fastest path is still a direct conversation — reach out to the team here →

Long-term rentals

Moab Rental Market 2025 (Long-Term)

The long-term rental market has cooled from its most extreme levels but remains relatively tight. Asking rents have come off the boil, yet Moab still sits above national averages thanks to limited supply, strong tourism-adjacent employment, and lifestyle demand.

What this looks like for tenants & landlords

  • Tenants are getting a bit more breathing room, but quality options are still competitive.
  • Landlords can achieve solid rents, but overpricing gets punished quickly.
  • Newer / well-finished homes and thoughtfully maintained properties command a premium.
  • Workforce housing remains structurally under-supplied — that pressure is not going away soon.

For owners, the question is less “Will this rent?” and more “At what rate, and with what tenant profile?” Screening, presentation, and realistic pricing make the difference between “full but stressed” and “stable and sustainable.”

If you’d like help underwriting a long-term rental or having someone else handle the day-to-day operations, visit Moab Management Group →

Short-term rentals & Airbnb

Short-Term Rental Performance in 2025

Moab remains one of Utah’s best known vacation rental markets. Data from STR analytics providers shows a large and competitive landscape with strong potential for well-run properties.

High-level STR themes

  • Plenty of supply — roughly a thousand active listings in the broader Moab area.
  • Healthy ADRs in the low-to-mid $300s for the median property, with top performers higher.
  • Mid-range occupancy for the median listing; top properties win on design, experience, and operations.
  • Strong seasonality: spring and fall shoulder seasons tend to be the most lucrative; winter is softer.

What that means in practice

The days of “buy anything and it prints money” are over. In 2025, success is heavily driven by:

  • Location relative to town, trailheads, and views.
  • Bedroom count, guest capacity, and floor plan.
  • Design, furnishings, and guest experience — people remember how a place felt.
  • Pricing strategy, minimum stays, and calendar management.
  • Professional cleaning, maintenance, and review management.

For investors, it’s crucial to underwrite realistic ADR and occupancy, factor in management, utilities, reserves, and local taxes, and make sure the deal works at median performance, not just best-case.

If you’re looking at a Moab STR or a hybrid personal-use / investment property, we can help you evaluate realistic numbers and connect the dots on management — from projects like Lost Springs to standalone homes.

Remember the rules
Zoning, licensing, and HOA rules can change. Always confirm current regulations for a specific property before you buy or convert to nightly rental use.

Context

How 2025 Compares to the Last Few Years

From frenzy to normalization

Like much of Utah, Moab saw a dramatic run-up during the pandemic era — low interest rates, remote work, and a wave of people wanting access to the parks and trails pushed demand to extremes.

Since then, higher interest rates and buyer fatigue have cooled activity. Sellers who price as if it’s still 2022 find themselves chasing the market down; sellers who align with current buyers and present their homes thoughtfully still get strong outcomes.

What’s likely ahead

  • Moab’s fundamentals — limited land, world-class recreation, and lifestyle appeal — remain strong.
  • Price discovery will continue as the market digests higher rates and the end of “easy money.”
  • Quality assets with good fundamentals should hold up better than marginal or compromised properties.
  • Investors with 5–10 year horizons and conservative underwriting can still do very well here.

Next steps

What This Market Means for You

If you’re buying

  • Expect more negotiating room than during the peak years.
  • Focus on fundamentals: location, water, access, zoning, exit options.
  • Don’t just chase “cheap”; prioritize the property that will still make sense a decade from now.
  • Use local agents who can translate MLS jargon into real-world implications.

You can browse current offerings on our Moab home search, or reach out for a curated list matched to your strategy.

If you’re selling

  • Pricing and presentation are everything in a cooler market.
  • Be ready to pinpoint your property’s edge and tell that story clearly.
  • Plan for negotiation on terms, repairs, or concessions — and know your boundaries ahead of time.
  • Whenever possible, time your listing around Moab’s seasonal patterns.

For a no-pressure conversation, visit Why sell with Moab Premier or say hello via the contact page.

If you’re investing

  • Underwrite multiple uses: STR, mid-term, and long-term, not just one scenario.
  • Stress-test your numbers at median, not top-decile, performance levels.
  • Decide early who’s managing — self-manage or partner with a team like Moab Management Group.
  • Stay plugged into regulation shifts; a zoning tweak can change an entire business plan.

We regularly help clients structure deals for personal use, hybrid use, and pure investment. If you’d like help running numbers for a specific property, just send us a note with the address or MLS link →

FAQ

Moab Real Estate 2025: Quick FAQ

Is now a good time to buy in Moab?

It depends on your time horizon and strategy. Compared to the peak frenzy, buyers now have more leverage and more time to think — a win for anyone with a long-term outlook. If you’re speculating on quick flips, understand this is not 2021 anymore.

Are prices going to crash?

Prices have already corrected from their highs. Moab’s limited land, national park draw, and lifestyle appeal make a full “crash” less likely than an extended period of normalization and selective softness in weaker segments.

Are short-term rentals still worth it in Moab?

For the right property, purchased at the right basis and managed professionally, yes. But STRs are now an operations business, not a passive side bet. You need a clear plan, realistic underwriting, and a firm grasp on current rules.

How can I get a more detailed Moab market breakdown?

Reach out through our contact form, and we can share more granular data — neighborhood-level comps, revenue scenarios for STRs, and project-specific information for developments like Lost Springs Condo Residences.

Market statements here are generalized and not a promise of future performance. Always confirm zoning, licensing, and current rules directly with the appropriate city or county offices before making investment decisions.

Thinking about Airbnb?
Nightly rental rules in Moab are not a vibe-if-you-feel-like-it situation. Before you underwrite Airbnb numbers, make sure the zoning actually agrees.