Brandon is known for its standout schools and genuine small-town vibe, all while being just a short drive from Sioux Falls. It’s not a huge city — the whole place covers under five and a half square miles, and fewer than 11,000 people live here. Life moves a little slower, and you get the benefit of family-friendly parks, local shops and convenient access to Sioux Falls for its cultural attractions and broader job market.
Though rural, Brandon has its own attractions and employment options. "It has cool stuff — like a performing arts center on the main high school campus, and when a small town reaches a certain size, it gets a Dairy Queen," says David Shelton, the managing broker of Century 21 Advantage with over 30 years of experience. Shopping, dining and everyday services surround Splitrock Avenue and Holly Boulevard — from fast food to local eateries like The Drop Nutrition, to Sunshine Foods for groceries, Brandon Ace Hardware, and more. For work, Marmen Energy is a major employer, and the City Administrator Bryan Read notes that the manufacturing base is substantial. "We've got two firetruck manufacturers, a hydraulic cylinder manufacturer and a ton of smaller manufacturers. Over the last 30 years, we've filled a couple of hundred acres with industrial parks."
Brandon's variety of housing styles leans toward mostly traditional single-family homes. Ranch-style properties — classic or modern — are especially popular, along with split-level and contemporary styles. Aspen Ridge, located across from Brandon Golf Course, offers more options, including villas and townhouses, in addition to single-family homes. Then there's Twin Rivers Crossing, which features properties that back up to Aspen Park. "You just see homes filling in," Shelton says. "Farmers sell some land and make room for more homes, commercial and industrial." The lots range from suburban to more rural, and some are over an acre. Prices typically start in the low $200,000s and reach the high $700,000s, with the median sale price in the upper $300,000s. One of the most expensive homes in Brandon sold for over $1 million, but this is still a rare price point.
Brandon Valley School District is among the state's top districts, made up of four elementary schools, an intermediate school, a middle school and a high school — all of which are highly rated.
Brandon maintains over 170 acres of green space. Aspen Park is a popular spot, offering a pool, playground, sports courts and ball fields, and a new indoor ice hockey rink. Its trail connects to the Big Sioux Recreation Area, a go-to for cycling, archery, canoeing or kayaking on the river, and camping. In winter, residents use the trails for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
Other key recreational areas include:
Interstate 90 gets you right into Downtown Sioux Falls, roughly 10 miles from Brandon's center. Traffic is rarely an issue. "Coming from California, an hour and a half commute was normal. Here, that same drive takes 15 minutes at peak rush hour," Shelton says. For local travel, Brandon City Transit operates two 12-passenger and two wheelchair-accessible buses throughout the city limits.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this area.
Beth Meyer
Hegg, REALTORS
(605) 640-5988
182 Total Sales
3 in Brandon
$315K - $689K Price Range
Becca Tschetter
Hegg, REALTORS
(605) 250-2785
58 Total Sales
7 in Brandon
$79K - $1.4M Price Range
Sarah Ekholm
Ekholm Team Real Estate
(605) 250-2961
109 Total Sales
3 in Brandon
$345K - $925K Price Range
Linda Schoenfelder
Hegg, REALTORS
(605) 640-5982
92 Total Sales
2 in Brandon
$365K - $399K Price Range
Brad Benson
Signature Realty Group LLC
(605) 636-8904
217 Total Sales
1 in Brandon
$560,000 Price
Gregory Doohen
Keller Williams Realty Sioux Falls
(605) 640-5408
299 Total Sales
3 in Brandon
$335K - $340K Price Range
On average, homes in Brandon, SD sell after 88 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Brandon, SD over the last 12 months is $389,500, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$399,400
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Median Sale Price
$389,500
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$404,500
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Median Townhouse Sale Price
$324,900
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$383,500
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Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
196
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$204
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Number of Homes
2,686
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Number of Homes for Sale
62
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Median Year Built
1997
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Months of Supply
3.80
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,874
On par with the national average
1,934
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,832
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Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,100
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,890
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$795 - $1,315 per month
$1,815 - $2,015 per month
$1,295 - $1,895 per month
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Number of Homes for Rent
7
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Median Rent
$1,375
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,310
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Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,353
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Median Condo Rent
$920
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Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$920
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Total Population
11,332
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Median Age
38
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Population under 18
30.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
14.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$105,439
Above the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$124,873
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High School Graduates
98.1%
Above the national average
89%
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College Graduates
39.9%
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Advanced Degrees
12.3%
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% Population in Labor Force
85.7%
Above the national average
64.9%
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Annual Precipitation
28''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
9°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
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Annual Snowfall
28''
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