$460,928Average Value$262Average Price per Sq Ft42Homes For Sale
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.
Sidewalks link homes to green space in Southeast Rapid City.
Lawns and elm trees shape this Southeast Rapid City, SD block.
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Ranch-style and New Traditional homes are popular
The neighborhood has less of a grid-like shape than Downtown Rapid City 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 farther south. "The closer you get to downtown, the older the houses," says Hook.
Ranch‑style homes show tidy yards and driveways along the block.
A classic ranch‑style home sits on a tree‑dotted lot.
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The neighborhood has a Walmart, a Mexican restaurant and nearby retail
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. Just north of Southeast Rapid City, 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 fresh guacamole at the table.
Walmart Supercenter is a go‑to for groceries and basics.
The Fairmont Diner keeps dining casual and friendly.
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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. Farther west is Canyon Lake Park, which attracts families and anglers with its calm lake, picnic pavilions and shade trees.
First Street reports that Rapid City has a severe wildfire risk due to heat and dry conditions.
Canyon Lake Park is a fabulously clean family friendly park.
Robbinsdale Park is known for it's BMX track in Rapid City.
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Local events include a farmers market and a downtown block party
Summer Nights is one of the biggest 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 year-round Black Hills Farmers Market allows residents to pick up locally grown produce and meats. The Monument, the city's largest venue and civic center, 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.
South Middle School offers exceptional educational options.
Grandview Elementary School is one of the top schools in the area.
Central High School is located right next to Downtown Rapid City and serves students in Rapid Valley.
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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 about 25 miles southwest to Mount Rushmore National Memorial. 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 numerous camping sites all but guarantees a steady stream of visitors, which affects traffic and congestion at parks and restaurants. The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally hosts around 500,000 visitors every August, many of whom use Rapid City hotels and restaurants.
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Crime and Safety
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Southeast Rapid City
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Homicide
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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Southeast Rapid City Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southeast Rapid City, Rapid City sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Southeast Rapid City, Rapid City over the last 12 months is $383,090, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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