According to Zillow Home Value Index data from November 2024, South Dakota’s urban residential markets show significant appreciation and diversification over the past decade. Analysis of 28 neighborhoods across Sioux Falls and Rapid City reveals dramatic price increases, with appreciation rates ranging from 79% to 126% between 2015 and 2024. The data demonstrates particularly strong growth in traditionally affordable areas, exemplified by North End East in Sioux Falls achieving the highest appreciation rate despite maintaining the lowest absolute prices.
The market exhibits clear segmentation between established and emerging neighborhoods, with new developments like Pine Lakes Addition and Anderson entering at premium price points above $400,000. Notably, Rapid City’s analyzed neighborhoods, particularly Colonial Pine Hills at $574,206, command some of the highest prices in the dataset, with exceptional post-2020 appreciation rates exceeding 68%. This suggests a robust market in western South Dakota’s largest city, possibly driven by proximity to outdoor recreation and lifestyle amenities.
Overview chart showing 2024 home values for the 28 most expensive neighborhoods in South Dakota
The post-2020 period marks a significant acceleration in home values across all analyzed neighborhoods, with typical appreciation rates of 40-60% in just four years. This growth pattern appears independent of downtown proximity, as peripheral neighborhoods often command higher prices than central locations. The consistent appreciation across all neighborhoods with historical data, most exceeding 100% growth from 2015 to 2024, indicates broad market strength in South Dakota’s urban centers rather than isolated pockets of growth.
1. North End East – Sioux Falls
North End East represents the most affordable analyzed neighborhood in Sioux Falls, located in the northeastern section of South Dakota’s largest city. The neighborhood has shown remarkable growth over the past nine years, with home values starting at $71,849 in 2015, rising to $103,236 by 2020, and reaching $162,512 in 2024. This trajectory represents a substantial 126.19% increase from 2015 to 2024, with a notable 57.42% growth from 2020 to 2024 alone. Situated approximately four miles from downtown Sioux Falls, North End East has demonstrated the strongest long-term appreciation among all analyzed neighborhoods in the state.
2. Highland – Sioux Falls
Highland neighborhood, positioned in central Sioux Falls, has experienced significant value appreciation since 2015. Property values have risen from $81,137 in 2015 to $120,573 in 2020, ultimately reaching $179,401 in 2024. This growth represents a 121.11% increase over the nine-year period and a 48.79% increase since 2020. Located approximately three miles from downtown Sioux Falls, Highland’s transformation reflects the broader growth patterns of South Dakota’s largest city, ranking it as the second most affordable neighborhood in the analysis.
3. Whittier – Sioux Falls
The Whittier neighborhood, situated in the core of Sioux Falls, has demonstrated steady growth in property values over the analysis period. Home values have increased from $84,754 in 2015 to $122,880 in 2020, reaching $184,727 in 2024. This progression represents a 117.96% increase from 2015 to 2024, with a 50.33% gain from 2020 to 2024. Located approximately two miles from downtown Sioux Falls, Whittier’s growth reflects its strategic location and the city’s overall development.
4. Emerson – Sioux Falls
Emerson neighborhood, located in the central area of Sioux Falls, has shown consistent appreciation in property values since 2015. Home values began at $91,225 in 2015, increased to $127,206 in 2020, and reached $188,027 by 2024. This represents a 106.11% increase over the nine-year period and a 47.81% rise since 2020. Situated roughly two and a half miles from downtown Sioux Falls, Emerson maintains its position as an established residential area with steady growth.
5. Norton Tracts – Sioux Falls
Norton Tracts, positioned in the central region of Sioux Falls, has experienced substantial growth in property values over the analysis period. Starting at $91,955 in 2015, values rose to $127,028 in 2020 and reached $189,857 in 2024. This trajectory shows a 106.47% increase from 2015 to 2024, with a 49.46% gain since 2020. Located approximately three miles from downtown Sioux Falls, Norton Tracts continues to demonstrate strong market performance.
6. Riverside – Sioux Falls
Riverside neighborhood, situated along the Big Sioux River in Sioux Falls, has shown impressive growth since 2015. Property values started at $88,352 in 2015, increased to $128,199 in 2020, and reached $194,721 by 2024. This represents a 120.39% increase over the nine-year period and a 51.89% rise since 2020. Located about two miles from downtown Sioux Falls, Riverside’s proximity to water features and downtown amenities has contributed to its strong appreciation.
7. Axtell Park – Sioux Falls
Axtell Park neighborhood, positioned in northern Sioux Falls, has demonstrated steady value growth since 2015. Starting at $98,619 in 2015, values increased to $135,722 in 2020 and reached $202,725 by 2024. This represents a 105.56% increase over the nine-year period and a 49.37% rise since 2020. Located approximately two miles from downtown Sioux Falls, Axtell Park benefits from its proximity to both parks and urban amenities.
8. Froelich Addition – Sioux Falls
Froelich Addition, a newer development in Sioux Falls, lacks 2015 data but shows strong growth since 2020. Property values were recorded at $138,695 in 2020 and increased to $205,973 by 2024, representing a 48.51% appreciation over this four-year period. Located in the expanding edges of Sioux Falls, this neighborhood demonstrates the city’s continued growth and development.
9. West Sioux – Sioux Falls
West Sioux neighborhood, situated in western Sioux Falls, has shown consistent appreciation since 2015. Property values started at $101,031 in 2015, rose to $136,596 in 2020, and reached $206,341 by 2024. This trajectory represents a 104.23% increase over the nine-year period and a 51.06% gain since 2020. Located about three miles from downtown, West Sioux continues to benefit from city expansion and development.
10. Pettigrew Heights – Sioux Falls
Pettigrew Heights, positioned near downtown Sioux Falls, has experienced significant growth since 2015. Starting at $101,172 in 2015, values increased to $134,403 in 2020 and reached $207,103 by 2024. This represents a 104.70% increase over the nine-year period and a 54.09% rise since 2020. Located within walking distance of downtown Sioux Falls, Pettigrew Heights benefits from its central location and urban amenities.
11. North End West – Sioux Falls
North End West neighborhood has demonstrated remarkable growth since 2015. Property values began at $93,836 in 2015, increased to $134,183 in 2020, and reached $209,065 by 2024. This represents a substantial 122.80% increase over the nine-year period and a 55.81% rise since 2020. Located about three and a half miles from downtown Sioux Falls, North End West shows some of the strongest appreciation rates in the city.
12. Garfield – Sioux Falls
Garfield neighborhood, situated in central Sioux Falls, has shown steady appreciation since 2015. Values started at $104,558 in 2015, rose to $141,697 in 2020, and reached $210,710 by 2024. This represents a 101.52% increase over the nine-year period and a 48.70% gain since 2020. Located approximately two miles from downtown, Garfield maintains its position as a stable residential area.
13. Augustana – Sioux Falls
Augustana neighborhood, home to Augustana University, has experienced consistent growth since 2015. Property values started at $106,231 in 2015, increased to $145,199 in 2020, and reached $219,249 by 2024. This represents a 106.39% increase over the nine-year period and a 51.00% rise since 2020. Located near the university campus and about two miles from downtown, the area benefits from its educational institution proximity.
14. All Saints – Sioux Falls
All Saints neighborhood has shown impressive appreciation since 2015. Starting at $122,257 in 2015, values rose to $166,279 in 2020 and reached $262,618 by 2024. This represents a 114.81% increase over the nine-year period and a 57.94% gain since 2020. Located approximately two miles from downtown Sioux Falls, All Saints demonstrates strong market performance.
15. Grandview Park – Sioux Falls
Grandview Park neighborhood has maintained steady growth since 2015. Property values began at $137,372 in 2015, increased to $186,850 in 2020, and reached $278,802 by 2024. This represents a 102.95% increase over the nine-year period and a 49.21% rise since 2020. Located about two and a half miles from downtown Sioux Falls, Grandview Park benefits from its park proximity and established residential character.
16. West Mesa Highlands – Sioux Falls
West Mesa Highlands has shown consistent appreciation since 2015. Values started at $139,174 in 2015, rose to $190,169 in 2020, and reached $283,198 by 2024. This represents a 103.49% increase over the nine-year period and a 48.92% gain since 2020. Located in western Sioux Falls, about four miles from downtown, West Mesa Highlands reflects the city’s westward expansion.
17. Silver Valley – Sioux Falls
Silver Valley neighborhood has demonstrated steady growth since 2015. Property values started at $146,585 in 2015, increased to $194,620 in 2020, and reached $287,476 by 2024. This represents a 96.12% increase over the nine-year period and a 47.71% rise since 2020. Located in the expanding edges of Sioux Falls, Silver Valley continues to benefit from city development.
18. Meadow View Addition – Sioux Falls
Meadow View Addition, a newer development in Sioux Falls, only has recent data available with 2024 values at $305,015. Located in the growing edges of Sioux Falls, this neighborhood represents newer construction and development in the city’s expansion areas. Without historical data from 2015 or 2020, percentage changes cannot be calculated.
19. Rapid Valley – Rapid City
Rapid Valley, located in Rapid City, shows strong growth since 2020. While 2015 data is unavailable, values increased from $213,565 in 2020 to $314,404 by 2024, representing a 47.22% rise over this four-year period. Located about four miles from downtown Rapid City, Rapid Valley demonstrates the strong market performance of South Dakota’s second-largest city.
20. Oak View – Sioux Falls
Oak View neighborhood has shown substantial appreciation since 2015. Starting at $167,021 in 2015, values increased to $221,449 in 2020 and reached $317,874 by 2024. This represents a 90.32% increase over the nine-year period and a 43.54% gain since 2020. Located in southern Sioux Falls, Oak View maintains its position as an established residential area.
21. Galway Park – Sioux Falls
Galway Park, while lacking 2015 data, shows strong growth since 2020. Property values increased from $246,528 in 2020 to $331,264 by 2024, representing a 34.37% rise over this four-year period. Located in the expanding sections of Sioux Falls, Galway Park reflects the city’s continued growth and development.
22. McKennan Park – Sioux Falls
McKennan Park neighborhood has demonstrated consistent appreciation since 2015. Values started at $162,062 in 2015, rose to $226,064 in 2020, and reached $332,171 by 2024. This represents a 104.96% increase over the nine-year period and a 46.94% gain since 2020. Located near downtown Sioux Falls, McKennan Park is known for its historic character and central location.
23. Kingswood – Sioux Falls
Kingswood neighborhood has shown steady growth since 2015. Property values began at $176,893 in 2015, increased to $238,392 in 2020, and reached $342,174 by 2024. This represents a 93.44% increase over the nine-year period and a 43.53% rise since 2020. Located in southern Sioux Falls, Kingswood maintains its position as an established residential area.
24. Green Valley – Rapid City
Green Valley, located in Rapid City, shows strong growth since 2020. While 2015 data is unavailable, values increased from $247,777 in 2020 to $370,035 by 2024, representing a 49.34% rise over this four-year period. Located about three miles from downtown Rapid City, Green Valley demonstrates the strong market performance of western South Dakota’s largest city.
25. Anderson – Sioux Falls
Anderson neighborhood is a newer development in Sioux Falls with only 2024 data available, showing values at $431,191. Located in the expanding edges of Sioux Falls, this neighborhood represents premium new construction. Without historical data from 2015 or 2020, percentage changes cannot be calculated.
26. Roosevelt – Sioux Falls
Roosevelt neighborhood has shown significant appreciation since 2015. Starting at $243,766 in 2015, values increased to $313,418 in 2020 and reached $436,631 by 2024. This represents a 79.12% increase over the nine-year period and a 39.31% gain since 2020. Located near central Sioux Falls, Roosevelt maintains its position as one of the city’s premier residential areas.
27. Pine Lakes Addition – Sioux Falls
Pine Lakes Addition is a newer, premium development in Sioux Falls with only 2024 data available, showing values at $503,778. Located in the expanding edges of Sioux Falls, this neighborhood represents luxury new construction. Without historical data from 2015 or 2020, percentage changes cannot be calculated.
28. Colonial Pine Hills – Rapid City
Colonial Pine Hills stands as the most expensive neighborhood in the analysis, situated in western Rapid City near the Black Hills. While 2015 data is unavailable, the neighborhood has shown remarkable growth from $340,910 in 2020 to $574,206 in 2024, representing a significant 68.43% increase over this four-year period. Located approximately five miles from downtown Rapid City, Colonial Pine Hills is characterized by larger lots and proximity to outdoor recreation areas.
