c.1910 South Dakota Starter Home For Sale $59,900
$59,900
What a great home! This South Dakota starter home has an enclosed front porch, lovely front door, unpainted woodwork, colonnades, hardwood floors. It also fas a clawfoot tub, laundry room, pretty windows, and transoms.
Realtor Comments
Have you heard of ”Don’t judge a book by it’s cover?” Great Investment Opportunity! This 2 bedroom one bath fixer-upper is brimming with potential! Whether you’re looking to flip or renovate, this property offers incredible upside potential. Features elegant craftsman style wood work, hardwood floors, trapezoid windows above bedroom doors, large dining room window, artistic glass windows, claw tub, main floor laundry, second floor is a blank slate with possibility to be a master suite. This property is ready for your vision to bring it to life!
- 3bed
- 1bath
- Circa 1910
511 4th Ave W, Lemmon, SD 57638
If interested in a property, please contact the realtor whose link is provided in the post below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended.
Location of This South Dakota Starter Home
Pros and Cons of Lemmon, South Dakota
Pros
- Small-town atmosphere with strong community bonds (population around 1,200)
- Low cost of living compared to national averages
- Affordable housing prices
- Low crime rates typical of rural communities
- Beautiful surrounding prairies and access to outdoor recreation
- Located near Grand River National Grassland for hunting, hiking, and wildlife viewing
- Petrified Wood Park – a unique local attraction and point of pride
- Minimal traffic and commute times
- Clean air quality and open spaces
- Strong agricultural heritage and traditions
- Proximity to North Dakota border offers access to amenities in both states
Cons
- Limited economic opportunities and job market
- Declining population and related economic challenges
- Significant distance from major cities (over 100 miles to Bismarck, ND)
- Limited shopping, dining, and entertainment options
- Harsh winters with extreme cold temperatures and potential isolation
- Limited healthcare facilities requiring travel for specialized care
- Few educational facilities beyond K-12
- Limited public transportation options
- Less diverse population than found in larger cities
- Summer tourism season is short, limiting year-round business potential
One Comment
Lon
Whoever takes this home will appreciate the unspoken rule about neighborhoods: fences are not encouraged. Neighbors float back and forth tending to each others’ needs. My best memories were in SD where the deer and the antelope play…sometimes in your backyard.