Real Estate
Rapid City, South Dakota (SD)
Rapid City, South Dakota, is near some of the most beautiful attractions in the midwest. Rapid City is near the Mt. Rushmore National Memorial, the Crazy Horse Memorial, and the majestic Black Hills National Forest. The area also favors recreational activities such as hiking, biking, and swimming during the mild summers, and skiing, sledding and ice skating in the winters.
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| Population 59,607 | Median Age 34.8 yrs | Household Size: 2.39 |
| Avg Home Value: $89,700 | July High: 82.7°F | January Low: 10.3°F |
Welcome to South Dakota Real Estate
South Dakota is the home to 767,000 residents, Mount Rushmore, and Black Hills gold. The state also contains Harney Peak, the highest point in the U.S. east of the Rockies, and several ramous caves with rare formations, including Jewel Cave, the third longest cave in the world; and Wind Cave, known for its boxwork formations. Additionally, many fossils have been found in South Dakota, including one of the largest, most complete, and best preserved Tyrannosaurus Rex skeletons.
The Mount Rushmore State experiences hot summers and cold winters; with an average January low of 5 degrees and an average July high of 86 degrees. Because of this and the low population density, residents are able to experience a wide variety of recreational activities. South Dakota also enjoys one of the nation's lowest crime rates, 57 on an index where 100 is the national average.
The average home value is well under $100,000 in most areas of the state, with Sioux Falls being the most expensive area in which to live
Home Values in South Dakota
Doing your research on home values in South Dakota may be the factor that determines whether your home sells right away, or stays on the market for months. It’s important to charge the right price to begin with, based not only on the evaluation, but on the current market and the demand for homes in South Dakota. Continue reading, and we’ll help you get through your home’s sale with the minimum in stress.
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