217 E  College Ave, Rapid City, SD 57701
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FOR SALE

$159,900

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,600 sqft

217 E College Ave, Rapid City, SD 57701

We estimate this home will sell faster than 98% nearby.

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1958
$100/sqft
1 Car Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 217 E College Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Jennifer Esposito Keller Williams BH 605-519-0010. Bring your vision and unlock the potential in this 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with a 1-car garage. Being sold as-is, this property offers an excellent opportunity for a buyer looking to build equity, tackle a project, or add value through updates and improvements. With four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a garage, and plenty of space to work with, there is a lot of potential for the right buyer. Whether you're an investor looking for your next project or a homeowner willing to put in some sweat equity, this property is ready for someone to bring it back to life. Sold as-is. Cash or renovation financing may be ideal. Don't overlook this opportunity to create value and make this property your own! ++ Open House Tuesday 8/18 400-530pm ++
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listing courtesy of SCOTT HENRIKSON, (970) 556-4513
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY BLACK HILLS
JENNIFER ESPOSITO, (605) 519-0010
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY BLACK HILLS
Source: Black Hills AOR, MLS#180538
Also Listed on Black Hills AOR.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 98% nearby.

Home Details for 217 E College Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 2Types of Rooms: Bathroom, Dining Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1600 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Tile
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionFencing: Chain LinkFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Other Parking: Garage Size(One Car), Driveway Exposure(South)No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Drive Under,One Car
Frontage
Not on Waterfront

Days on Market

Days on Market: 20

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1958
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Block

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $159,900Price Per Sqft: $100

Active Status

MLS Status: ACTIVE

Location

Direction & Address
City: Rapid CityCommunity: Nowlin & Wood
School Information
Elementary School District: Rapid CityJr High / Middle School District: Rapid CityHigh School District: Rapid City

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 180538

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1800 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6969.6 sqft

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 180538

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: None

What Locals Say about Rapid City

At least 315 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 92 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 78 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say there's wildlife

  • 65 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 64 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 42 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 29 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 28 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 27 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Nubia Quinonez
    "15 minutes to every thing"
  • Taylor Weathers
    "The area is nice, crime is really low, some areas are alittle run down but majority of the city and surrounding area is beautiful. I’m told the schools are good and there’s plenty for children to do around here. Plenty outdoor activities "
  • Michelle B
    "It’s a neighborhood 20+ years old, so there is space between houses and they don’t all look alike. Parkview park is only 2 blocks away with a pool, play area and softball fields. "
  • Aereal Willhoite
    "Rapid City is an outdoor enthusiast dream city to live plenty of stuff to do for everyone with their different personalities"
  • Jefffrazier
    "It’s not my “neighborhood”. We are renting a cabin here for the winter. The locals are not as friendly as we might have imagined. We are probably seen as outsiders. Given the beauty and blessings involved with this place, I can’t blame them. "
  • Jefffrazier
    "Few sidewalks, but drivers seem to be appropriately cautious when encountering wildlife and/or pets. "
  • jon.g.fleming
    "I work from home but my old commute was around 20 minutes in light traffic most mornings and evenings."
  • S.d.beckfamily
    "There are a lot of dog walkers in the area. We have a beautiful park in walking distance from our home. Also a nice dog park a short drive away. "
  • Lisalpog
    "The Southside of rapid city is one of the better part of town to live in. I live in the Newest part of the southside and it’s relatively quiet. Other than if you live close to Cattron which my building is located close to Catherine and sometimes you can hear the traffic. Other than that it’s great"
  • Chandlor M.
    "Fun place to live and have a family great schools great neighbors well maintained yards snow removal is a little lacking but you can get past it "
  • Rex
    "We have fireworks during the 4th of July. There is also pancake suppers for fundraiser for the Rapid Valley Fire department. "
  • Berto B. O.
    "The city is small and more laid back. People are mostly nice. There are a lot of outdoor activities to do in each season."
  • Chassidysieveke
    "Most people keep to themselves. It is very safe neighborhood for kids tho. Most houses have large lots."
  • Lori F.
    "The neighborhood really enjoys Fourth of July the celebration goes on for days upon days! Lots of neighbors love to shoot fireworks which is great to sit outside and watch with the kids at night, gives everyone an extra show both before and after the big show on the Fourth of July! "
  • Lakotaprarireheart
    "dogs are leashed and owners are very responsible for their dogs neighborhoods are well maintained people are very friendly "
  • Jay Sie
    "Some neighbors are friendly & considerate. Some aren’t. Nice place to live. The roads need to be maintained better. The parks could use some clean up. "
  • Heather T.
    "Grandview, and Robbinsdale are great schools. Teachers are dedicated to see all students succeed . "
  • Elliott B.
    "Parents should recommend new kids to the area to hang out at the local park parking lot lots of kids down there"
  • Brandi B.
    "From what I'm told from tourist, we are very friendly and welcoming town. Also that our surrounding areas, the Black Hills, is gorgeous."
  • Trulia User
    "Rapid valley is a very kid and dog friendly community, most of the neighbors take pride in their homes and yards. You see kids walking to and from school and lots of people walking babies in strollers it seems to be a safe area and the people love to celebrate the holidays. So if this meets what you are looking for in a neighborhood then the valley is the place for you! Good luck house hunting!!"
  • Lori F.
    "Friendly lots of dog walkers and people walking babies and young kids an elementary school is centrally located within the neighborhood overall a quiet place to live "
  • Natalia H.
    "we moved to Auburn Hills in August 2018. the neighbors are very nice and friendly. this winter everybody helped with clearing snow and working together. I wish we had a better school near by"
  • Craig
    "The lots are all fairly large, with at least 1/2 acre each. The area is very family and pet friendly, with common playground areas and walking paths through the open fields."
  • Carmen E. B.
    "Lots of other animals in the neighborhood but people are rude about picking up dog poop I’ve noticed!"
  • Lori F.
    "Lots of dog walkers in the neighborhood, kids playing outside, especially since there’s an elementary school a couple blocks away, normally a very quiet neighborhood a good mix of established residents and new property owners. Convenience of gas stations and a dollar tree within five minutes of the house for those last minute items that were forgotten at the store. Convenient location for stores, strip malls or even the mall within ten minutes. Great location to have rapid city at your fingertips without having to be right in the middle and having to deal with rush hour traffic"
  • Kayla C.
    "My neighborhood has many apartment developments. It’s a nice residential part of town with stores close by. "
  • Briann P.
    "my part of town is close to both down town and a Walmart. also not far from fast food restaurants. Close to three churches "
  • Lori F.
    "Very dog friendly neighborhood lots and lots of dog walkers! Very friendly area to live in. Overall low traffic area except when school lets out, but it is convenient for families with younger kids"
  • Lori
    "Quiet neighborhood typically without issue reasonable place to live cost wise. Convenient location to gas stations and interstate. Lots of younger kids very close to an elementary school. Good location for young families and first time buyers! Large lots per house. Nice to have more space than the newer neighborhoods offer. Usual lot size is a half acre or more!! "
  • Lori F.
    "Fourth of July is spectacular very neighborly nice place to live especially for young families with young kids school within walking distance "
  • Tyehjohnson
    "There’s a dog park, a pool, hot tub, and a gym all right here. All the dog owners are very friendly and encourage positive interaction with other dogs/owners. "
  • Njjoyce1981
    "Family friendly community just stay away from north rapid after dark. Not the best place to be at night especially alone by yourself."
  • Lori F.
    "There’s an elementary school in the neighborhood good for young families quiet community to live in low crime rate people love to celebrate the Fourth of July here! Everyone has been very friendly new to the area "

Market trends in Rapid City

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$367K
$14.18K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.9%
0.1%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$212
$0
MoM
Available listings
425
49
MoM

Home Value

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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.07
Single-Family Home
$140,000
10/24/25
4
1.5
1,664
0.23
Single-Family Home
$260,000
10/28/25
3
2
1,664
0.44
Single-Family Home
$312,000
11/19/25
4
2
1,920
0.36
Single-Family Home
$295,000
04/13/26
3
2
1,904
0.25
Single-Family Home
$249,000
05/18/26
4
1
2,146
0.45
Single-Family Home
$255,000
10/24/25
3
2
2,016

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.04
$264,800
5
2
1,920
Off Market
0.13
$203,900
5
2
1,920
Off Market
0.07
$284,100
4
1.5
1,664
Off Market
0.10
$216,400
2
1
834
Off Market
0.16
$304,700
4
2
2,086
Off Market
0.13
$243,600
3
2
1,632
Off Market
0.15
$234,700
3
2
2,048
Off Market
0.14
$229,000
3
2
1,375
For Sale
0.14
$185,000
3
2
1,155
For Sale
0.14
$285,000
2
2
1,489
For Sale
0.14
$229,000
3
2
1,375
For Sale

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 16, 2026
Source: Black Hills AOR #180538
Listed For Sale
$159,900

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

SCOTT HENRIKSON, KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY BLACK HILLS
Agent Phone: (970) 556-4513
The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Internet Data exchange (“IDX”) program of Black Hills Association of REALTORS®. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed.

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Frequently asked questions about 217 E College Ave

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 217 E College Ave?
    Based on a $159,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 217 E College Ave in Rapid City, SD is approximately $1,055 (about $845 principal & interest, $135 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 217 E College Ave compare to homes in Rapid City?
    217 E College Ave in Rapid City, SD is listed at $159,900, about 56% below the $367K median sale price in Rapid City.
  • What do residents say about Rapid City?
    Residents describe Rapid City, SD as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and pedestrian-friendly. See homes for sale in Rapid City, SD.
  • What are the closest schools to 217 E College Ave?
    The closest schools to 217 E College Ave in Rapid City, SD are Central High School - 41 (rated 2/10), General Beadle Elementary - 01 (Pre-K, rated 1/10), North Middle School - 35 (rated 2/10).
  • Does 217 E College Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 217 E College Ave in Rapid City, SD has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 217 E College Ave?
    The lot at 217 E College Ave in Rapid City, SD is about 0.16 acres (6,970 sq ft).
217 E College Ave, Rapid City, SD 57701 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,600 sqft single-family home built in 1958. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Black Hills AOR on Aug 16, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 180538.