UT landlord resources
Washington County rental market
Rental-market planning in Washington County, Utah, with state-law references and operating examples.
Dataset review pending. These supplied references have not been independently verified. Educational information only, not legal, tax or financial advice.
The local rental snapshot
Supplied Zillow Observed Rent Index, 2026-09-30. ZORI describes typical asking rent in its sample, not the rent or income of your property.
- Typical monthly rent
- $1,848
- Metro
- St. George, UT
- Population (Census 2023)
- 202,452
The comparison figure is $1,741. It is the median of the supplied county ZORI figures within Utah, not a statewide household-rent statistic. This location is 6.1% above that comparison.
Operating examples at this rent
- Annual gross, 12 paid months
- $22,176
- One vacant week, annualized
- $426
- Example 3× income threshold
- $5,544
These are calculations, not forecasts or client results. Gross rent excludes vacancy, repairs, taxes, insurance, financing and management. The income threshold is an illustrative policy, not a legal requirement or recommendation. Review local screening restrictions and fair housing obligations before using it.
Deposit limits and notice periods below come from the Utah dataset, not independent Washington County ordinances. A rental in this market may be subject to additional municipal rules or exceptions. Confirm the exact address and applicable jurisdiction with the relevant office.
Utah: Security deposits
No statutory cap (Title 57, ch. 17 sets no maximum). Deposit balance, prepaid rent, and itemized statement due within 30 days after the renter vacates and returns possession (Utah Code 57-17-3(2)).
No statutory requirement to pay interest.
The uploaded dataset lists a deposit-return period of 30 days. Review the cited rule for the applicable conditions and timing.
Utah: Notices and tenancy endings
Three-day notice to pay or vacate for nonpayment (Utah Code 78B-6-802), counted in business days.
Lease expiring/not renewed: 15-day notice to vacate. Tenant at will (no written lease): 5 days. Curable lease violation: 3 days.
Court listed in the supplied dataset: District Court.
Utah: Rent regulation
A county, city, or town may not control rents or fees on private residential property without express legislative approval (Utah Code 57-20-1).
Utah: Licensing and registration
No statewide landlord/rental license in statute; some municipalities require local rental licensing or 'good landlord' programs.
Utah: Lease disclosures and receipts
Lead paint (federal)
If any part of the deposit is non-refundable, it must be stated in writing when the deposit is taken (Utah Code 57-17-2)
Sources supplied for Utah
Dates below are verification dates claimed in the uploaded dataset, not a new review by Calvin's team.
- Utah Code Title 57, Ch. 17 (Residential Renters' Deposits)
Dataset verification date: 2026-11-06
- Utah Courts - Refunding Renters' Deposits (57-17-3)
Dataset verification date: 2026-11-06
- Utah Code 57-20-1 (local rent control prohibition)
Dataset verification date: 2026-11-06
- Zillow research data, supplied observation 2026-09-30
- US Census population estimates, Vintage 2023
Offices listed in the dataset
- Utah State Courts - Self-Help (Housing/Eviction)Judiciary
- Utah Division of Consumer ProtectionConsumer Protection