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West Tenth Street

West Tenth Street

$192,652 Average Value
$302 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Single-family homes just west of downtown Sioux Falls

A stroll through West Tenth Street gives visitors a sense of the cultural diversity of Sioux Falls: authentic Ethiopian restaurants share blocks with family-owned Chinese cafes, and just across 12th Street, La Michoacana sells specialty Mexican groceries. West Tenth Street is a small chunk of residential and commercial blocks carved out by a train track to the north and 12th Street to the south. Its housing is primarily single-family and comes at prices lower than the average for the city, best suiting it to first-time homeowners who want to stay close to the city's center.
West Tenth Street is a small residential neighborhood carved out by a train track and 12th St.
West Tenth Street is a small residential neighborhood carved out by a train track and 12th St.
Some of the homes in the West Tenth Street neighborhood have welcoming porches.
Some of the homes in the West Tenth Street neighborhood have welcoming porches.
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Cottages and multiunit properties

West Tenth Street has primarily single-family homes. “The homes were built from the ‘40s to the ‘80s,” says local Realtor Andy Kontz. “There are some duplexes, which are typically rentals.” The houses are typically small cottages with one or two bedrooms, and prices start around $150,000. Three-bedroom homes typically cost $200,000 to $250,000. Investors looking to purchase rental properties can find opportunities here, and prices range depending on the number of units in the property. West Tenth Street has flat streets lined with sidewalks and small yards. The neighborhood does back up to a train track on its northern end, so buyers looking at homes closer to 9th Street should be aware of potential noise.
There are some duplexes in West Tenth Street which are typically rentals.
There are some duplexes in West Tenth Street which are typically rentals.
The houses in the West Tenth Street neighborhood are mostly small cottages.
The houses in the West Tenth Street neighborhood are mostly small cottages.
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Authentic Ethiopian restaurants and specialty grocery stores

West Tenth Street has plenty of restaurants within the neighborhood, including Ethiopian cafes like Lalibela and Fasika and the casual Chinese spot Golden Harvest. For a quick meal to go, locals pick up from Taco John's, KFC or McDonald's. JJ's Billiards & Darts is where residents hang out on late nights and weekends, playing rounds of pool while downing Shiners or root beer and taking breaks for slices of pizza. A Dollar General in the neighborhood gives those who live here access to essentials. Locals can pick up groceries from Juba Restaurant & Grocery Store, which specializes in Halal food, or La Michoacana, a Mexican grocery store across 12th Street. The closest supermarkets are the Sioux Falls Food Co+op, a mile and a half away, and the Sunshine Foods on 2nd Avenue, 2 miles away.
The Dollar General store is just down the street and a great place to pick up household needs.
The Dollar General store is just down the street and a great place to pick up household needs.
Savor authentic Ethiopian cuisine at Lalibela in the West Tenth Street neighborhood.
Savor authentic Ethiopian cuisine at Lalibela in the West Tenth Street neighborhood.
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Events for all ages at the Great Plains Zoo

The Great Plains Zoo hosts events for patrons of all ages throughout the year. On summer Wednesday evenings, the zoo's open for two extra hours for Wild Wednesdays, and each week offers special programming like a teddy bear clinic, splash pad party and pollinator crafts. Around Valentine's Day, "Woo at the Zoo" teaches visitors over 21 about animal mating; tickets include appetizers and non-alcoholic drinks, and alcohol is available for purchase. On the Saturday before Easter, the zoo has egg hunts throughout the day, sectioned off for ages four and under or five and above.
The Great Plains Zoo near West Tenth St. is home to over 800 animals from around the world.
The Great Plains Zoo near West Tenth St. is home to over 800 animals from around the world.
Enjoy a family-friendly adventure at Great Plains Zoo, with unique animal encounters.
Enjoy a family-friendly adventure at Great Plains Zoo, with unique animal encounters.
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Career prep in the Sioux Falls School District

West Tenth Street students attend Garfield Elementary School, which has a B-minus on Niche, followed by the C-plus-rated George McGovern Middle School. They continue to Jefferson High School, which has not been rated on Niche. Students can supplement their core classes at Jefferson High School with specialized career training at the Career & Technical Education Academy. This Sioux Falls School District campus has state-of-the-art facilities and offers everything from hands-on technical training in trades like welding and auto technology to specialized career prep in areas like biomedical sciences and finance. The Sioux Falls School District provides transportation to and from these classes.
George McGovern Middle School serves students in grades 6-8.
George McGovern Middle School serves students in grades 6-8.
Jefferson High School is home of the Cavaliers.
Jefferson High School is home of the Cavaliers.
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Spend time outside at Sherman Park

West Tenth Street is just blocks north of Sherman Park, one of the city's most expansive outdoor spaces. "Sherman Park is one of our pioneer parks," says Assistant Director of Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Brett Kollars. "It's home to our Great Plains Zoo and also has a softball complex which won Softball Complex of the Year from USA Softball." The zoo's exhibits include animals from all over the world, and the park has recently added a splash pad for kids to cool off on hot summer days. Joggers, cyclists and walkers can access the Sioux Falls Recreation Trail, a 36-mile multiuse path that loops the city, from Sherman Park.
Sherman Park is home to several special sites, including the Great Plains Zoo.
Sherman Park is home to several special sites, including the Great Plains Zoo.
Kids can play on the open fields or the playground at Sherman Park.
Kids can play on the open fields or the playground at Sherman Park.
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Just west of downtown

West Tenth Street is “pretty walkable,” Kontz says, “and it’s close to mass transit.” It’s a mile and a half west of downtown Sioux Falls, and it takes five minutes driving or 15 minutes via bike or bus to get there. The nearest hospital is Sanford USD Medical Center, a mile south of the neighborhood, and the Sioux Falls Regional Airport is 4 miles north of the neighborhood.
Transit is easily accessible for locals on 12th St. in the West Tenth Street neighborhood.
Transit is easily accessible for locals on 12th St. in the West Tenth Street neighborhood.
West Tenth Street is only about 15 minutes from downtown Sioux Falls via bike.
West Tenth Street is only about 15 minutes from downtown Sioux Falls via bike.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Joe Foss Field

20 min drive

Bus

12th & Williams NE Corner

Bus

12th & Elmwood NE Corner

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime West Tenth Street US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 7 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 7 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

West Tenth Street Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$325,000
Median Sale Price
$305,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$300,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$858,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$305,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-33%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$302

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
192
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1945
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
930
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,580
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,142
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
570
Median Age
38
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$41,100
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$57,791

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.8%
College Graduates
10.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1%
% Population in Labor Force
80.5%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
28''
Average Winter Low Temperature
9°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
45''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

23 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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