Real Estate Investing in Doland, South Dakota (57436)

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Spink County • Population: 467 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 57436 (Doland, SD)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (80/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 18.6% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• Limited market data — this is a very small market; averages are built from few observations and can swing widely. • Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $150,775
Avg Monthly Rent $1,062
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $72,946
% Renters 16.0%

Market Analysis: 57436 Doland

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Doland's 57436 ZIP reports signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $151K pricing implies.

The investment case in 57436 is durable only for operators who understand what they are buying. A $151K median suggests accessibility, but management intensity, vacancy drift, and capex surprises are real.

Regionally, 57436 sits on the difficult end of the SD spectrum. The a solid fit for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

Employment concentration in 57436 leans toward sectors with higher volatility. The demographic consequence is income fluctuation that investors need to factor into their pro forma.

Strategy in 57436 is an operator game, not a passive one. Stepping back, entry prices of $151K are inviting, the management lift is real and non-optional.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Doland:

B+ Great
Buy Confidence Score: 80/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.1× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+16.1%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,062/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: This area shows favorable conditions for homebuyers. Solid fundamentals with reasonable affordability.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$157K$139K$120K$101K$83K$64KFeb 2016May 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 57436 Compare?

Metric 57436 Doland South Dakota
Home Value $150,775 $150,775 $311,504
5-Year CAGR 8.0% 8.0% 6.8%
Avg Rent $1,062 $1,062 -
Cap Rate 5.5% 5.5% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
5.5%
Fair
5yr Growth
+8.0%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $150,775
Monthly Rent $1,062
Price-to-Rent 11.8:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 8.5%
Cap Rate 5.5%
5-Year IRR 13.5%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +16.1% ▲
3-Year CAGR +9.7% ▲
5-Year CAGR +8.0% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.7% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 5.5%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (5.5%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
18.6%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+8.0%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 57436

Population: 467

💰 Median Household Income
$72,946
This area
$72,946
State
$68,422
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
16.0%
This area
16.0%
State
23.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.0%
This area
0.0%
State
-0.5%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
20.0%
This area
20.0%
State
17.7%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
56.5 years
This area
56.5 years
State
31.0 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
18.6%
This area
18.6%
State
18.9%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 93.4%
Other/Mixed 6.6%
Hispanic/Latino 4.3%
👶 Under 18
16.6%
This area
16.6%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
28.4%
This area
28.4%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
10.8%
This area
10.8%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 57436

B Avg School Grade
5 Schools
6.8:1 Avg Class Size
$16,855 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

Doland Elementary - 03

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
67 Students
👨‍🏫
9.1:1 Class Size
💰
$16,855 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Doland High School - 01

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
28 Students
👨‍🏫
5.5:1 Class Size
💰
$16,855 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Doland Jr. High - 02

📚 07 – 08 Middle
👥
15 Students
👨‍🏫
4.0:1 Class Size
💰
$16,855 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Hillside Colony Elementary - 04

📚 K – 08 School
👥
10 Students
👨‍🏫
8.8:1 Class Size
💰
$16,855 Per Student
C+ Average

Hillside Colony High School - 07

📚 09 – 12 High School Limited Data
💰
$16,855 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical home price in Doland, SD?

In Doland, SD the median home value sits at $151K. Against the broader SD market, that reads as reasonable for most investors.

Is Doland, SD a smart market for rental property?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Doland, SD reflects its $151K prices and $1,062/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within SD.

What is the tenant pool like in Doland, SD?

Expect a solid tenant pool in Doland, SD. The rental market absorbs $1,062/mo rents without meaningful friction.

How tight is the rental market in Doland, SD?

Doland, SD carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect steady absorption at market rents of $1,062/mo.

How do landlord-tenant laws work in Doland, SD?

SD law landlord-friendly for landlords, and Doland inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

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