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Assisted Living & Senior Housing for Sale in Utah | Haven Senior Investments
Utah · Senior Housing Market

Assisted Living &
Senior Housing
For Sale in Utah

Access on-market and off-market senior housing communities across Utah. Whether you're an active buyer, first-time investor, or operating group — Haven connects you to qualified Utah deals.

3.4M+
Utah Population
High Growth
Mountain West Market
380+
Licensed Facilities
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On-market & off-market Utah deal flow
Assisted Living Facility — Type I and Type II licensing expertise
Senior housing only — not a generalist broker
Confidential process from first call to close
Why Utah

One of America's Fastest-Growing States and an Emerging Senior Housing Market

Utah's booming tech economy, strong family values culture, and rapid population growth make it one of the Mountain West's most dynamic senior housing markets. Salt Lake City leads deal flow with compressed cap rates, while St. George offers premium retirement community opportunities.

  • Utah is one of the fastest-growing states in the U.S. — tech industry growth is creating a new generation of affluent seniors
  • Utah's strong family values culture creates a cultural premium on family involvement in senior care decisions
  • UDOH licensing is efficient with one of the shorter COO timelines in the Mountain West
  • Salt Lake City, St. George, Provo/Orem, and Ogden represent the most active markets
  • St. George's retirement destination status is creating premium private-pay demand in Washington County
420K+
Residents aged 65+ in Utah
6–9%
Typical cap rate range for stabilized Utah senior housing assets
86%+
Average occupancy across Utah assisted living communities
High Growth
Utah senior housing market positioning nationally
Key Markets

Active Deal Flow Across Utah

Haven sources senior housing transactions in every major Utah market — from small assisted living homes to large community campuses.

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Salt Lake City/Metro
Utah's largest and most active senior housing market — tech economy demographics and strong institutional buyer pool.
Primary Market
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St. George
Utah's fastest-growing retirement destination — warm climate and premium private-pay demand.
Premium
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Provo/Orem
Utah Valley university market with young professionals aging into senior housing demand.
Growing
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Ogden/Weber County
Northern Utah hub with stable senior housing demand and value-add opportunities.
Value-Add
Utah Licensing

Understanding Utah's Senior Housing Licensing Framework

Utah licenses Assisted Living Facilities in two tiers — Type I (personal care, no nursing services) and Type II (personal care plus nursing services) — through UDOH. Buyers must determine the appropriate license type before applying for COO approval. Processing typically takes 60–90 days. Haven guides buyers through Utah's tiered system.

Haven's advisory team guides buyers and sellers through every stage of the Utah Department of Health (UDOH) change-of-ownership process, ensuring no surprises derail your transaction timeline.

Utah Licensing at a Glance

Licensing Authority

Utah Department of Health (UDOH)

License Type

Assisted Living Facility — Type I and Type II

Typical COO Timeline

60–90 days from complete application submission

Haven's Role

Haven manages the full COO process — application, background clearances, inspection coordination, and timeline management — to protect your occupancy and revenue through close.

Our Process

How Haven Sources Utah Deals

From first inquiry to licensed close, Haven manages every step of the Utah senior housing acquisition or sale process.

1

Submit Inquiry

Tell us your investment criteria — asset type, unit count, markets of interest, and target price range.

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Deal Matching

We match your criteria against our on-market and off-market Utah pipeline within 24 hours.

3

Due Diligence

Haven assists with financial modeling, licensing compliance review, site visits, and lender introductions.

4

Licensed Close

We coordinate Utah Department of Health (UDOH) COO timing with attorneys, lenders, and operators to protect your transaction.

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For Buyers & Investors

Build your Utah pipeline, analyze returns, and manage all deal documents from LOI through licensed close.

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For Owners & Sellers

Organize financials, occupancy data, and compliance records to support stronger valuations and attract serious buyers.

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For Operators

Staffing, eMAR, census, revenue, and compliance tools built specifically for senior living — not adapted from generic software.

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Client Stories

What Utah Clients Say

From small assisted living homes to large community portfolios — Haven has guided Utah buyers and sellers at every scale.

★★★★★

"Haven understood Utah's Type I vs. Type II AL distinction — critical knowledge that affected our Salt Lake City transaction structure. Their guidance was accurate and essential."

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Jennifer S.
Owner, Type II ALF · Salt Lake City
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"We sold a St. George premium retirement community to an out-of-state operator. Haven understood the retirement destination premium and delivered the right buyer."

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Mark H.
Seller, AL Community · St. George
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"Haven guided our Provo acquisition through Utah's tiered AL licensing system. Fast COO process and a smooth close — highly recommended."

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Amber C.
Buyer, Type I ALF · Provo
FAQ

Utah Buyer & Seller Questions

Common questions from investors and operators evaluating Utah senior housing opportunities.

What types of senior housing does Haven transact in Utah?
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Haven works across all Utah senior housing asset types licensed as Assisted Living Facility — Type I and Type II by Utah Department of Health (UDOH). We handle single assets, small portfolios, and multi-facility transactions across all major Utah markets.
Does Haven list off-market Utah properties?
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Yes. A significant portion of Haven's Utah deal flow is off-market — sourced through our operator relationships and advisor network. Registered buyers get early access before public listing. Submit a buyer inquiry to be added to our Utah deal list.
What is the licensing process for senior housing in Utah?
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Utah licenses Assisted Living Facilities in two tiers — Type I (personal care, no nursing services) and Type II (personal care plus nursing services) — through UDOH. Buyers must determine the appropriate license type before applying for COO approval. Processing typically takes 60–90 days. Haven guides buyers through Utah's tiered system.
What cap rates should I expect in Utah?
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Utah stabilized AL assets typically trade at 6–9% cap rates. Salt Lake City and St. George premium communities trend toward 5.5–7.5%; Provo, Ogden, and value-add assets trade at 7.5–10%. Haven provides free preliminary valuations.
How long does a Utah senior housing transaction take?
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Most Utah transactions close within 90–180 days from listing to close. The Utah Department of Health (UDOH) change-of-ownership process typically takes 60–90 days. Haven manages the full timeline to minimize delays and protect occupancy through the ownership transition.
Can Haven help with financing for a Utah acquisition?
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Yes. Haven's Capital Solutions team provides lender introductions for Utah senior housing acquisitions — including bridge financing, conventional commercial loans, and HUD-insured loans for qualified larger facilities. We prepare lender-ready financial packages that account for Utah's specific regulatory and market context.
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