24961 Sylvan Lake Rd, Custer, SD 57730
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OFF MARKET

24961 Sylvan Lake Rd
Custer, SD 57730

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,172 sqft (on 1 acre)

$516,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 6, 2026

$516,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 6, 2026
5 Beds
3 Baths
3,172 sqft
(on 1 acre)

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Preschool Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1953
Lot Size
1 acre
Living Area
3,172 sqft
Price/Sqft
$163
Parking
2 Car Garage

About this House

Charming Home with Breathtaking Views – A Rare Find on Coveted Sylvan Lake Road! Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind home with unmatched panoramic views of Castle Rock, Willow Creek Peaks, and the stunning valley in between! Nestled on a beautifully wooded lot just under two miles from Custer, this spacious 5-bedroom home (+ bonus den/office) blends history, comfort, and prime location. Built by Donald Clifford, the last living carver of Mount Rushmore, this home is truly special. Its thoughtful layout offers privacy and functionality, featuring: Private Master Suite + Two Additional Bedrooms Above the Garage; Main-Level Bedroom + Office/Den; and Lower Level with 5th Bedroom, Family Room, Laundry & Storage. Stay cozy and energy-efficient year-round with a highly efficient wood-burning furnace and newer Lennox heat pump/AC. And with NO COVENANTS, the possibilities are endless—make it your full-time residence or a lucrative short-term rental--or both! Sellers have rented out for Sturgis Rally for years. Outdoor highlights are wraparound Deck with spectacular views, garden space, abundant wildlife, treed lot and minutes to Sylvan Lake. Recent updates include new exterior paint (2023); new roof (2024), all new windows, new water heater, new well pump, couple of newly installed doors & Lennox Heat Pump is only five years old. A home with this much character, history & beauty is a rare find!
24961 Sylvan Lake Rd, Custer, SD 57730 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,172 sqft single-family home built in 1953. It last sold for $510,000 on May 7, 2025 (5% below the $535,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $516,100, with a rent estimate of $2,655/month.

Home Details for 24961 Sylvan Lake Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Partially FinishedNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3172 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerLaundry: In BasementMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wood/Coal,Forced Air,Heat Pump,Fireplace(s)Has CoolingAir Conditioning: Refrig. C/AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Wood Coal
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: OneHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane Windows, Vinyl, Window Coverings(Some)Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Vinyl, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Wood, Vinyl, Laminate
View
Has a View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Open Deck, Covered Stoop, Covered BalconyFencing: Fence Metal, Garden AreaFoundation: Poured Concrete Fd.
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Two Car,Attached,Underground
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Paved
Farm & Range
Allowed to Raise Horses

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1953
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Site Built
Building
Construction Materials: Frame

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $535,000
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: SOLD-CO-OP BY BOR MEMBER

Location

Direction & Address
City: Custer
School Information
Elementary School District: CusterJr High / Middle School District: CusterHigh School District: Custer

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3172 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1 Acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, New Loan, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 83207
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Andrea Ronning
Aspen+Pine Realty
Bought with: Phil Lampert, Lampert Properties
Source: Mount Rushmore Area AOR, MLS#83207

Price History for 24961 Sylvan Lake Rd

DatePriceEventSource
05/07/2025$510,000Sold
Mount Rushmore Area AOR #83207
03/17/2025$535,000ContingentMount Rushmore Area AOR #83207
02/24/2025$535,000Listed For SaleMount Rushmore Area AOR #83207
12/19/2024$559,000ListingRemovedMount Rushmore Area AOR #81270
11/08/2024$559,000PriceChange
Mount Rushmore Area AOR #81270
09/13/2024$575,000PriceChange
Mount Rushmore Area AOR #81270
08/05/2024$599,999Listed For SaleMount Rushmore Area AOR #81270
11/01/2017$234,000Sold
Mount Rushmore Area AOR #53418
09/16/2017$234,000PendingAgent Provided
09/11/2017$234,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/22/2017$239,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/23/2017$249,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/03/2017$259,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/20/2017$279,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/01/2010$191,652Sold
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Market trends in Custer

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,024
Assessment$411,816
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 24961 Sylvan Lake Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
24988 Delicate Dr, Custer, SD
0.61
Single-Family Home
$705,000
04/24/26
5
2
2,816
1101 Homestead Dr, Custer, SD
0.65
Single-Family Home
$432,500
04/15/26
2
2
1,747
139 Surrey Ln, Custer, SD
1.28
Single-Family Home
$635,000
05/26/26
5
3
2,932
151 Surrey Ln, Custer, SD
1.23
Single-Family Home
$533,000
03/31/26
4
2
1,920
161 Boot Hill Rd, Custer, SD
1.28
Single-Family Home
$535,500
11/20/25
3
2
1,542
617 Lechner Ln, Custer, SD
1.20
Single-Family Home
$369,000
02/09/26
3
2
2,016
17 Clay St, Custer, SD
1.58
Single-Family Home
$308,000
01/07/26
5
3
3,136
251 Desperado Ln, Custer, SD
1.41
Single-Family Home
$500,000
05/22/26
3
3
2,736
594 S 11th St, Custer, SD
1.81
Single-Family Home
$650,000
06/15/26
5
3.5
3,432
321 Rose Quartz Pl, Custer, SD
1.73
Single-Family Home
$599,000
04/08/26
3
2
3,044

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What Locals Say about Custer

At least 7 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 93 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 88 % Say there's wildlife

  • 86 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 85 % Say kids play outside

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 79 % Say it's quiet

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 64 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 57 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 52 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 43 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 33 % Say there are community events

  • 25 % Say there are sidewalks

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  • Sphs98
    "Custer is a good place for kids to learn community values and get out in nature. If you are looking for a place that has “activities” for your children, Custer is not it. "
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  • Reddsuzann
    "Small town living .. just had a huge one at the Custer beetle burn there is constantly events going on in our small little town.. "
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  • Gregkouns
    "Good road system with moderate traffic during tourist season. Highways and roads in town are paved but most secondary roads are well maintained dirt or gravel."
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  • Oliverlstubbs
    "The natural beauty and wildlife population make this area a very enjoyable and special place to live. "
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