Hi!! I’m Shannen Schlapkohl, Realtor with Coldwell Banker Empire Realty in Sioux Falls and co-owner of Grand Vision Homes.
I show up in real estate the same way I’ve shown up in every season of life — with sincerity, patience, and genuine care. For me, helping someone buy, build, or sell isn’t about pressure or perfection. It’s about listening, understanding what actually matters to them, and guiding them through a big decision with steady support.
Before real estate, I spent 17 years in pediatric dentistry, and that time shaped who I am professionally — calm, detail-minded, gentle when it counts, and comfortable talking families through moments that can feel emotional or overwhelming.
Working alongside my husband in home building has taught me to see homes beyond square footage and finishes. I understand how floor plans need to function for busy mornings, storage needs to be thoughtful, and spaces should feel peaceful when the day finally slows down. Homes are meant to serve real life — not the other way around.
We’re raising our three kids here in the Sioux Falls / Harrisburg area. These humans have taught us what home really gives. A place to breathe, to be yourself, and to land at the end of the day. That’s why it means so much when someone trusts me to help them find a space that holds their people well, too.
I’m here to walk with you. Not ahead, not behind but beside you, through every step, every question, and every “is this the right one?”
