Why Live in Ashland Heights
Ashland Heights in Rapid City, SD, is characterized by gently rolling plains with tallgrass and wildflowers. The neighborhood features gravel-paved residential roads and homes with expansive acreage, often fenced for privacy or pasture. This seclusion contributes to its reputation for safety, with crime rates lower than the national average. Housing options include manufactured single-wides in mobile home parks and ranch-style homes, with prices varying based on construction date and amenities. The Dakota Fields Sports Complex, home to the Black Hills Rapids Soccer Club, offers fields for various sports. Nearby, Boykin Park in Box Elder provides playgrounds and trails, while the South Dakota Air and Space Museum, 5 miles east, showcases military aircraft and artifacts. Rushmore Crossing shopping plaza, 5 miles southwest, features popular chain stores and dining options, including the local favorite Millstone Family Restaurant. Rapid City Summer Nights, an annual concert series, brings the community together with live music and food trucks. The neighborhood's lack of public transit necessitates vehicle ownership, with four-wheel drive recommended for winter conditions. Interstate 90 offers access to downtown Rapid City and Ellsworth Air Force Base, while Rapid City Regional Airport is 11 miles southeast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ashland Heights a good place to live?
Ashland Heights is a good place to live. Ashland Heights is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Ashland Heights is a rural neighborhood. It has a median age of 64. The average household income is $65,964 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 7.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Ashland Heights are home owners, with 31.6% of residents renting and 68.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Ashland Heights can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Ashland Heights neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Ashland Heights?
The median home price in Ashland Heights is $562,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $112,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,840 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $122K a year to afford the median home price in Ashland Heights. The average household income in Ashland Heights is $66K.
What are the best public schools in Ashland Heights?
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Home Trends in Ashland Heights, SD
On average, homes in Ashland Heights, Rapid City sell after 145 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Ashland Heights, Rapid City over the last 12 months is $501,500, up 43% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$501,500
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median List Price
$562,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
10%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
43%