Discovering a Time Capsule: The Unoccupied Home in St. George

A home built in 1998 in St. George, Utah, has remained unoccupied since the day it was move-in ready. Keep scrolling to find out why, and check out the video tour of the listing below. The nostalgia alone is worth the quick, three-minute watch.

Nate Shaw - Realtor.com
Nate Shaw - Realtor.com
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A Glimpse into the Past: The 1998 Home

The 1,762 square-foot home, which recently went (and now is off) the market in St. George, looks like your average '90s middle-class home. It features an open floor plan, white appliances, laminate countertops, and carpeting throughout.

The neighborhood is appealing and offers many amenities, such as an indoor and outdoor pool, a gym, and tennis and pickleball courts.

Nate Shaw - Realtor.com
Nate Shaw - Realtor.com
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The Mystery of the Unoccupied Home

What's unusual about the home is that it's been sitting unoccupied since it was completed in 1998. By today's standards, it could use a facelift, but at the time, it would have been considered a nice house in a desired neighborhood. This begs the question: why would such a lovely home be left sitting for so long?

Nate Shaw - Realtor.com
Nate Shaw - Realtor.com
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Why Hasn't The Home Been Lived In?

According to the agent narrating the walkthrough, whose video has gone viral on TikTok, the owner of the home bought the listing brand-new intending to move in. However, the owner traveled a lot on business and never ended up moving in.

Nate Shaw - Realtor.com
Nate Shaw - Realtor.com
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A New Chapter: The Home Sold

According to the listing, the house recently sold in January 2024, and is now officially off the market and occupied. I wonder if the new owners plan on updating the interior, or will they enjoy living their best '90s life in their laminated and well-preserved abode.

TikTok Video Walkthrough That Went Viral

Watch the video below featuring this home that went viral on TikTok. Oh... and be sure to check out the TikTok comments for some additional entertainment. Here are just a few of my favorites:

  • When you have so much money, you forgot you bought a house
  • '98 is almost 30 years ago and that alone makes me want to cry.
  • he was the best neighbor
@shanejourdain Built in 1998. Never lived in home tour. Check out this out! #luxuryhome #dreamhome #realestatetiktok #homestyle #housetour #newconstruction #homewalkthrough #southernutahrealestate #utahrealestate #mansion #realestate #uniquehomes #homierealestate ♬ original sound - Shane Jourdain

You can also check out more photos of the listing on realtor.com

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