Meadow View Addition offers a suburban life by the countryside
Meadow View Addition is an unincorporated area on the outskirts of Sioux Falls, characterized by its rural setting, surrounded by farmland, yet predominantly composed of subdivisions. It's only 8 to 10 miles from Downtown Sioux Falls, making for an easy drive to employment centers and cultural attractions. Locals appreciate the slower pace, quick access to golf courses and the quality public education their kids receive.
What it's like to live in Meadow View Addition
Since Meadow View Addition is a bedroom community, most commute for work and head home to a more peaceful environment. Many of the city's top employers are located in and around downtown Sioux Falls, including hospitals and clinics through Sanford Health and Avera Health. The community's relaxed atmosphere makes it easy to unwind and spend time with family and friends after a long day. It doesn't have the same walkability or business that inner city neighborhoods have; it's more of a serene, suburban bubble.
The kind of houses you'll find here
Wide streets, large lots and a high homeownership rate — around 84% — add to the reasons Meadow View Addition appeals to families. The median lot size is over a quarter of an acre. Early 21st-century and midcentury ranch homes line the streets. Many have forward-facing multi-car garages. Sioux Gardens — one of the newest additions — offers houses built as recently as 2025 that stick with the familiar, traditional look found throughout the area. "There is also a mobile home park within this community, but it's the smaller percentage," says broker associate Craig Bertrand with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Midwest Realty, who has 10 years of experience. "And there are a few acreage homes here, too."
Quick glance at prices and trends:
- Prices for single-family homes range from the low to the mid-$300,000s.
- There are very few homes for sale at any given time because people tend to live here a long time.
- Homes sell after an average of 47 days, compared to the national average of 53 days.
The area is served by two school districts
Students in this area attend either the Sioux Falls School District or the Brandon Valley School District, depending on their residence. Both are solid options, but the Brandon Valley School District is often the top choice among parents. "With it being ranked by the state as the number one district, it's very much a driver [for homebuyers]," Bertrand says. The district has a 95% graduation rate and a total of seven highly rated schools, four of which are elementary schools.
Amenities or attractions make Meadow View Addition appealing
While you're not in the middle of the action, within a short drive, you have your pick. "The city park is a little bit quieter but very family-friendly. There is a small ballfield there. It's easy to access all the shopping because once you jump on [the highway] you can go anywhere pretty quickly," Bertrand says. "Shopping would be the Empire Mall in Sioux Falls. For dining, you're less than 3 miles from two really good restaurants in Renner, the Safari Bar and Grill and Monarch Steak House & Lounge."
People can also head downtown for its mix of independent retailers, cultural attractions and nightlife scene. "The city itself has done a lot of work on revitalizing the downtown area. In January, we have the burger battle, where 50 restaurants compete. And there are parades for most holidays – St. Patrick's Day, Christmas and Fourth of July," Bertrand says.
For recreation, here are the main spots within 5 miles:
- Granite Valley Park, featuring a playground, a ballfield and a basketball court
- Northern Links Golf Course, offering a public 9-hole experience, and Mapleton Golf Club, providing a newer membership-based 18-hole option
- Sioux Valley Cycle Club, hosting off-road riding and racing and holding 30 competitive events each year
The commute to Downtown Sioux Falls
Cliff Avenue is the main route into the city, a 15- to 20-minute drive. David Shelton, the managing broker of Century 21 Advantage, with 30 years of experience in the business, says rush hour traffic isn't really an issue. "It's a whole five minutes [extra]. You have to wait for a signal. That is it. It's so silly and wonderful." As far as major highways go, commuters have easy access to South Dakota Highway 115 and Interstate 90.