Global Real Estate Advisor · Summit Sotheby's International Realty · Ivins, Utah

Robert Bolar

Your trusted advisor for Ivins & Southern Utah real estate
27 years of experience, Sotheby's heritage, and Private Exclusive access.

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Robert Bolar, Global Real Estate Advisor
Robert Bolar

Your Trusted Advisor

27 years of local expertise, backed by a name trusted since 1744

For 27 years I've helped families buy and sell real estate in Utah, and today I focus on Ivins, Kayenta, Entrada, Santa Clara, and St. George. As a Global Real Estate Advisor with Summit Sotheby's International Realty, I pair that local experience with one of the most recognized names in real estate.

27Years of Robert's real estate experience
1744Sotheby's auction house founded in London
1976Sotheby's International Realty® brand established

What that means for you: honest guidance on value and timing, marketing with global reach, and access to my brokerage's Private Exclusive program, so buyers can see homes before they go public and sellers can market with discretion.

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Private Exclusive

Southern Utah real estate, before it goes public

Some of the best homes in Ivins, Kayenta, Entrada, and St. George never make a big public splash. Through my brokerage's Private Exclusive program, I can share a home privately with a vetted network of agents and their serious buyers before (or instead of) a full public launch. Here's how that works for you.

For sellers: list on your terms

  • Start early. Build interest while you finish repairs, staging, or a remodel, before your home is "market-ready."
  • Test your price quietly. Get real feedback from agents and buyers and adjust before going public, with no public days-on-market count or price-drop history following your listing.
  • Keep your privacy. Photos and floor plans are shared only inside the network, and showings are private and on your schedule. No open-house traffic.
  • Go public when it makes sense. If the right buyer doesn't appear privately, we can move to a broader launch with pricing insight already in hand.
Explore a Private Listing

For buyers: see it first

  • Early access. Private Exclusive homes aren't on Zillow or the public portals. Working with me, you can see them before most buyers know they exist.
  • Less competition. Get in front of sellers before a home is widely marketed.
  • One search, both markets. I search MLS listings and private inventory side by side, so you see the full picture in Ivins and across Washington County.
  • Local guidance. 27 years of experience to help you judge value, HOAs, views, and lots.
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How it works

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Private

Your home is shared privately with network agents and their qualified buyers.

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Coming soon

If you choose, the home builds public anticipation before it's fully live.

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Full market

Your home launches on the MLS and public sites, backed by the pricing insight and demand we've already built.

You choose the path. Some sellers stay private, others move through every phase. Exact phases and options depend on the brokerage program.

Private Exclusive FAQ

What is a Private Exclusive?

A listing marketed privately to a select network of agents and their buyers instead of being published on the MLS and public home-search sites right away.

Is "private" the same as hidden?

No. Your home is still actively marketed to agents and serious buyers, just not broadcast publicly. You decide if and when it goes public.

Why would a seller choose it?

For privacy and security, to test price without building a public record of days on market or price cuts, or to start generating interest while the home is still being prepared.

How do buyers get access?

Private Exclusives are shared through agents. Tell me what you're looking for in Southern Utah and I'll let you know about matching private listings as I'm able to share them.

Is it available now in Southern Utah?

Sotheby's International Realty is now part of the same parent company as Compass, and Private Exclusive tools are rolling out across that network. Ask me what's currently available for your home or search.

Does this follow MLS rules?

Yes. Private listings are handled in line with brokerage policy, local MLS rules, and NAR's Clear Cooperation Policy as applicable. If a home is marketed publicly, it goes on the MLS as those rules require.

Private Exclusive is a program of the brokerage network. Availability, features, and eligibility depend on the brokerage program and may change. Listings follow MLS and Clear Cooperation rules as applicable. Sellers choose how their home is marketed.

For Buyers · By Invitation

See It First

Find more homes before they're available on other websites.

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Ivins · Kayenta · St. GeorgeShared privately by Robert

A smarter way to search Southern Utah

Some homes are marketed quietly before they ever reach the big search sites. As your advisor, I watch for them across Ivins and Washington County and bring the right ones straight to you.

More homes in view means more chances to find the one that fits, often with less competition.

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Homes near Ivins, Utah
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Tell me what you want

Areas, price range, and timing. It takes one minute.

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I reach out personally

We talk through your goals and I grant you access to the program myself.

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See homes first

I share matching homes with you one-on-one, as sellers and brokerage rules allow.

Your Invitation

Find your Southern Utah home

Request a personal selection of See It First homes, hand-picked by me for what you're looking for.

Robert Bolar
Robert BolarGlobal Real Estate Advisor

Private Exclusive · Sellers & Buyers

Sign up for private opportunities in Southern Utah

Tell me what you're looking for. I'll personally follow up with Private Exclusive opportunities that match, shared one-on-one as brokerage rules allow. This is a request to connect with me. It is not a listings login, and no listings are shown on this site.

Snow Canyon, near Ivins, Utah

Why Robert Bolar?

Experience, leadership & a genuine love of Utah

Robert Bolar brings to real estate a background in business, negotiation, property management, farming, service, and community involvement. He has 27 years of real estate experience and 15 years of real estate leadership training in local, state, and national real estate issues, and consistently ranks among the top 1% of agents nationwide.

As a listing agent, he knows how to position and sell properties, thanks to nearly a decade developing marketing and sales strategies for AOL Time Warner, Netscape, and a major regional newspaper. He's a Certified Residential Specialist, past board president, bilingual, and an aggressive negotiator on his clients' behalf. He can explain a real estate contract as quickly as he can deconstruct a complicated easement.

A Utah resident since 1987 who grew up on a 2,000-acre farm, Robert now specializes in Ivins, Kayenta, Entrada, Santa Clara, and St. George: luxury and red rock view properties, plus residential, commercial, construction management, farms and ranches, and home staging. He is the founder of OwnUtah.com and SellUtah.com, and loves golfing, hiking, and exploring with his wife and two children.

Bottom line: When dealing with the most significant transactions in people's lives, solid ethics are essential. Your best interest is always Robert's main concern.

Summit Sotheby's International Realty

Accomplishments

A track record you can trust

Two decades of production, designations, and leadership at the local, state, and national level.

27Years in Real Estate
Top 1%Leadership and Education
46Closed Deals in His Rookie Year (2003)
NARFormer National Director (2020-21)

Designations, awards & leadership

CRS · GRI (2004) · e-PRO (2003) · NAR C2EX (2019) · Past Chairman, Utah MLS Board · Past Realtor Board President · Utah State Real Estate Instructor

Testimonials

What clients say

20 testimonials from buyers, sellers, and fellow agents. Robert also has 16 positive reviews on Yelp (as of January 2026).

“We've been very pleased with Robert's process and the results of three transactions over the course of ten years. Robert came highly recommended and has absolutely exceeded our expectations on each deal. I've been most impressed by Robert's honesty and integrity, attention to detail, and understanding of our local housing market....”

— Terry Davis

“Working with Robert on the sell of a home where I represented the buyers was a FANTASTIC experience! Robert provided a smooth and professional buying experience for my clients that were relocating from Georgia to Utah. Robert was very welcoming and friendly, he went ABOVE AND BEYOND for us. I couldn’t have asked for a better...”

— Jess Hulse

“Robert is a very conscientious and thoughtful realtor. He is so available when we want to see a house and he let’s us know what the thinks and understands the market. Fun to work with and we feel he is working for us, highly recommended!”

— Mark Lindquist

“Robert guided us through the marketing and sales of our unique family property to help us receive multiple offers above what we expected. His knowledge, service and integrity were stellar. We have no reservations recommending him to friends and family.”

— Susan Valenzuela

“Robert was an excellent realtor for us and went above and beyond to help us find what we were looking for. He has continued to reach out to us to make sure that everything is going well even though the sell is complete and his obligations to us have been fulfilled. He went above and beyond our expectations. He is very honest and...”

— Norman Hansen

“Robert is amazing to work with! He has been in the game for many years and is knowledgeable about everything related to real estate and the market. He is an expert in the northern Utah and southern Utah market.”

— Billy Fairbanks

“Robert is an incredible agent. He’s professional and kind. He was great with our kids and persistent in making sure our needs were met while we were in town searching for a home. He has been helpful and supportive through the entire home-buying process.”

— Chad Vigil

“Robert Bolar assisted us in listing our home and was great to work with starting with the listing to signing the closing papers. He made the whole process as smooth and painless as possible and I could not have asked for a better experience from start to finish. I can highly recommend Robert and give him my highest rating.”

— Colette Jensen

“Robert went far and beyond my expectations. I was moving from Denver to St George as a RENTER, not a buyer (at this time). Robert was more interested in finding a place for me than he was looking to receive a commission by selling me a house. Robert spent an entire day, away from his normal schedule, to drive me around the ENTIRE...”

— Curtis Rose

“Robert was so helpful when during our home buying process. He was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. He worked diligently to get us into our dream home. After closing on our home and we were no longer his obligation, he reached out numerous times to see how things were going and if there was anything he could do...”

— Casen Loria

“Robert Bolar is the greatest real estate agent I’ve ever worked with. He’s incredibly kind, patient, and a great listener. We went house shopping to SO many homes with all of our kids. He interacted with my kids and made it so much fun for them. When we said goodbye to Robert, my kids asked if we could meet up with him...”

— Katheryn Vigil

“Robert was awesome to work with when finding out new home. He was responsive and tireless in his search. He found us just the right house and we are very grateful for his help. We were so happy we referred him to several friends.”

— Kristin Harris

“Although Robert is someone who oversees million-dollar transactions and holds leadership positions in statewide realtor associations, he was more than willing to give gold-star service to a couple of picky and indecisive out-of-towners looking to buy a first home in Ogden. He applied his energy, experience, expertise, and network...”

— Suzanne L

“I recently purchased a home in Utah with Robert as my agent. He came highly recommended from multiple reliable sources, and he exceeded my expectations. He's very trustworthy, professional, and knowledgeable...he knows the Utah real estate landscape like no other. Honestly, he's the best agent I've ever worked with.”

— Mark Davis

“From the start to finish of the process Robert always provided a timely response to my questions and concerns. Roberts knowledge of the real estate market was an advantage to selling my home. I recommend Robert Bolar and his entire team.”

— Matt Hislop

“If you're looking for someone that is honest, professional, experienced, and reliable, then you have found him. Robert Bolar was excellent to work with! We never once had any problem getting ahold of him for questions, to sign documents, etc. We appreciated all the places that he showed to us and how he organized and planned everything...”

— Cari Shakespear

“Robert Bolar is the realtor that you want to work with. He’s extremely professional, friendly, and hardworking. He has a wealth of knowledge about the communities and has a sharp eye to point out advantages and disadvantages that the average layperson may not otherwise notice. He sincerely wants you to find the right home...”

— Darrin and Patricia D.

“Robert is AMAZING! Robert has helped us sell and purchase numerous homes. I sincerely appreciate his level of kindness, generosity, concern, knowledge, and professionalism. I would HIGHLY recommend Robert in relation to real estate needs. He genuinely cares about his clients and is willing to put forth the extra effort to make their...”

— L McBride

“Robert is an amazing realtor! He has sold three homes for us. He met with us and had the houses up for sale within a day or two. He is always available and never minds you contacting him with questions. He is great to update you on the house showings and very honest about what people say about your home. He offers helpful suggestions...”

— Janet Shaw

“Robert is a true professional that works with integrity. I can recommend him to help you value and sell your home!”

How I Can Help

Buy, sell, or find out what your home is worth

OwnUtah.com specializes in residential sales, new construction, commercial sales and leasing, and more across Washington County and Southern Utah, with full access to the Washington County MLS.

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Sell Your Home

Proven marketing strategies to position your home, generate offers, and leave nothing on the table. Send me some basic information and I'll get the process started.

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Buy a Home

Tell me your search criteria and I'll get to work immediately. Together, we'll find your next dream home, from Kayenta view homes to St. George condos.

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Free Market Analysis

Want to know what your home is worth? I'll provide comparable sales information for your neighborhood. No obligation. No catch.

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FSBO & Expired Listings

Tried selling on your own, or your listing expired? Get an honest review of what happened and a fresh strategy to get it sold.

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Land, Farms & New Construction

Experience with lots and land, farms and ranches, new construction, and construction management.

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Property Search

Browse every available Southern Utah listing. [Link to MLS/IDX search]

Areas Served

All of Southern Utah in one place

Specializing in Ivins, Kayenta, Entrada, Santa Clara, and St. George, and serving Washington, Hurricane, Toquerville, Virgin, La Verkin, Springdale, and the rest of Washington County.

Ivins

Red rock views, Snow Canyon State Park, mild winters, and Black Desert Resort.

Kayenta & Entrada

Tranquil, arts-focused desert living and luxury view properties.

St. George

Sunshine, golf, and every amenity close by.

Santa Clara

Historic roots with quiet, established neighborhoods.

Contact Me

Let's connect

Request Private Exclusive access, explore a private listing, or just ask a question. Free consultation. No obligation. No catch. I'll get back to you as soon as possible.

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Robert Bolar, REALTOR®
Summit Sotheby's International Realty

Office 558 S 170 W, Ivins, Utah 84738

Phone 435-303-3333

Email Robert@OwnUtah.com

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