Southeast Rapid City has starter homes and proximity to downtown
Hugging the city's historic downtown, Southeast Rapid City is a destination for first-time homebuyers. "In the southeast, there are a lot of starter homes," says Seth Malott, a broker with Century 21 Clearview. "It's a little cookie-cutter, but it's a good place to start." In addition to price, the neighborhood’s location also attracts residents. "You've got one-level homes, and you're close to the hospital," says Amy Hook, a broker with Re/Max Advantage. "So, retired people benefit from being there." Potential homeowners are also drawn to the area for its access to public parks, restaurants and entertainment.
Ranch-style and New Traditional homes are popular
The neighborhood has less of a grid-like shape than
and older communities nearby. Homes here follow stretched-out roads that wind through different subdivisions and apartment complexes. Sidewalks are typical, connecting residential and a few commercial areas. The median lot size is just under a quarter acre, and lawns are frequently dotted with elm trees and ponderosa pine. Ranch-style homes are particularly popular in the area, starting in the $250,000s for midcentury models and rising as high as the $620,000s for 21st-century construction. "They have some nice ramblers out there – typically around 1,200 square feet," says Malott. New Traditional homes are also available, usually running between the $340,000s and $620,000s, depending on size and amenities. The newest and largest homes are most frequently found further south. "The closer you get to downtown, the older the houses," says Hook.
The neighborhood has laid-back diners and Mexican restaurants
Locals will likely head to shopping centers like Baken Park or the Uptown Rapid Mall for retail. Walmart Supercenter is available for grocery shopping, and Downtown Rapid City is known for boutiques and mom and pop stores. The Fairmont Diner is a classic laid-back greasy spoon – breakfast and lunch are served daily, and freshly made pie is always on the menu. Opened in 2024, Ma Cualli is a family run Mexican restaurant with a full bar and an avocado cart that prepares your guacamole fresh at the table.
Public parks have BMX courses, hiking trails and overlooks
In addition to the playgrounds and baseball fields typical of a public park, Robbinsdale Park also includes a dirt BMX course. Hikers and birdwatchers frequent the Skyline Wilderness Area, which features a 2-mile loop through 150 acres of gently rolling hills with overlooks and town views. Further west is Canyon Lake Park, which attracts families and anglers with its calm lake, picnic pavilions and shady trees.
First Street reports that Rapid City has a severe wildfire risk due to heat and dry conditions.
Annual events include a farmers market and a downtown block party
Summer Nights is one of the biggest annual events in the city. Held every Thursday from Memorial Day to Labor Day, the family friendly event turns a section of Downtown Rapid City into a block party with live music, food trucks and games. The Black Hills Farmers Market is offered year-round, allowing residents to pick up locally grown produce and meats. The Monument is the city's largest venue and civic center and hosts the Rapid City Rush hockey team, Rodeo Rapid City and touring musicians and entertainers.
Students at Central High were accepted into a national honor choir
Students can begin at Grandview Elementary, which has a C-plus from Niche. From there, they could attend South Middle School, which has a C. Next, they'll enroll at Central High School, which has a B-minus. In 2025, four Central High students were accepted into that year's American Choral Directors Association National Honors Choir.
There's easy access to Mount Rushmore and Monument Health
The main thoroughfares in the area are state Route 79 and U.S. Route 16, which lead to Mount Rushmore National Memorial, about 25 miles southwest. Monument Health Rapid City Hospital is on the west side of the neighborhood.
Tourism is a major industry in Rapid City
One of Rapid City's most important industries is tourism. Proximity to Mount Rushmore, the Crazy Horse Memorial and countless camping sites all but guarantees a steady stream of visitors, which affects traffic and congestion at parks and restaurants. The
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
17,536
Median Age
41
Population under 18
23.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$84,323
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,088
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.8%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
36.8%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.5%
% Population in Labor Force
66%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
13°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
24''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
23/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
31/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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