Life in Yankton has taken on several forms over the last few centuries. First known as a village occupied by members of the Yankton Sioux Tribe, it wasn’t far from the Lewis and Clark expedition trail, and was at the center of the area agreed upon by the Yankton Treaty in 1858. Home to about 15,000 residents on the southeastern corner of South Dakota, today’s lifestyle in Yankton is an ideal one for folks who want to balance city living with a strong connection to the natural landscapes of the West. Small businesses line the blocks of the city’s downtown area, which connects to the winding Missouri River to the south and well-established residential centers to the north. “It’s definitely a growing community. There are a lot of great things for families here,” says Tanya Hacecky, broker and owner at Yankton Real Estate Company.
Broadway Ave runs thought the hear of Yankton and connects residents to all of the cities suburban amenities.
Riverside Park in Yankton adds to the subberban lifestyle many look for.
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20th and 21st century single-family homes in town
Single-family properties make up a large chunk of Yankton’s home market. The earliest houses in town were first built in the late 19th century, but many of the properties on the market today were first established from the 1960s onward. New traditional houses are common, along with colonial revival, ranch-style and split-level houses. On the high end of the market, buyers can find custom properties overlooking private lakes.
Condos and townhomes are rare options in town. This part of the market is largely represented by late 20th and early 21st century developments, along with a few earlier homes converted into multi-unit properties. Yankton’s median home value of $277,000 sits under national and state median values.
On the high end of the Yankton market, buyers can find custom properties overlooking private lakes.
Many of the properties on the market today in Yankton were first established from the 1960s onward.
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Learning experiences in Yankton School District 63-3
Public school students in town are served by the Yankton School District 63-3, which includes four elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. The district earns an overall grade of B on Niche. Yankton Middle School holds an individual B grade. Yankton High School offers a robust career and technical education program, offering foundational learning for 13 different occupational areas; students can also participate in internships and earn early college credit. The school also holds a B grade.
Private learning options in Yankton include Sacred Heart Middle School and Missouri Valley Christian Academy, which both serve kids from kindergarten through eighth grade and are unranked on Niche.
Public school students in town are served by the Yankton School District 63-3.
The Yankton school district earns an overall grade of B on Niche.
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Days under the sun at Lewis and Clark Recreation Area
Just south of the Meridian District, Riverside Park is downtown Yankton’s primary access point for the winding Missouri River. A fishing pier, amphitheater and two baseball diamonds await on dry land at the park, while a boat ramp makes launching a watercraft simple. About 7 miles west, Lewis and Clark Recreation Area is a local favorite for camping, beach days and hiking. For days on the green, Hillcrest Golf and Country Club and the Fox Run Golf Course both sit on the north side of the city. Other city parks such as Morgen Park, Fantle Memorial Park and the youth sport focused First Dakota Soccer Park round out the city’s recreational options.
Yankton typically experiences cold winters with frequent snowfall from November into April, and warm summers with temperatures around 90 degrees in July.
Yankton has some of the best boating around at the Lewis and Clark Recreation Area.
Lewis and Clark Recreation Area is a large outdoor recreation area to the east of Yankton.
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Shops and restaurants in the Meridian District
Most of the city’s large retailers are situated along Broadway Avenue, including mainstays for everyday needs such as Walmart and Hy-Vee. Stops like Menards and Bomgaars are available for home improvement supplies. Meanwhile, some of Yankton’s most popular small businesses are on the south end of town in the Meridian District. Tucked between the Missouri River and Fifth Street, folks can find boutiques, home décor stores and specialty shops. Beloved restaurants in town are also in the Meridian District, including Czeckers Sports Bar & Grill, a laid-back spot for wings and draft pours with an eastern European twist. Additional picks for dining in the area include Muddy Mo’s Coffee House, Tastee Treet Drive-Inn and Willa B’s Bistro.
The Yankton area’s largest employers include Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, the South Dakota Human Services Center, the Yankton School District, Hy-Vee and Kolberg-Pioneer, Inc.
Yankton's Meridian District is the place to go for the best restaurants like Willa B's Bistro.
Yankton's local shops, resturants and community spaces live in the Meridian District.
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Summer fun at the Riverboat Festival
One of Yankton’s most prominent annual traditions is the Riverboat Days festival, held along the Missouri River waterfront in town each August. The festivities include family activities, live performances from popular acts, fireworks launched over the river and more. Year-round entertainment in Yankton includes live music at Ben’s Brewing Co., which also hosts a monthly Books and Beers book club in collaboration with the Yankton Community Library. O’Malley’s Irish Pub is a favorite for karaoke nights and Singo events, while Cinema Magic is a go-to for movie nights in town.
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One of Yankton’s most prominent annual traditions is the Riverboat Days festival, held along the Missouri River waterfront in town each August. The festivities include family activities, live performances from popular acts, fireworks launched over the river and more. Year-round entertainment in Yankton includes live music at Ben’s Brewing Co., which also hosts a monthly Books and Beers book club in collaboration with the Yankton Community Library. O’Malley’s Irish Pub is a favorite for karaoke nights and Singo events, while Cinema Magic is a go-to for movie nights in town.
Crime in Yankton
Violent crime rates in Yankton are generally similar to state levels in South Dakota, while property crime generally runs higher than state rates.
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