Real Estate Investing in Piedmont, South Dakota (57769)

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Meade County • Population: 4,017 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 57769 (Piedmont, SD)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (64/100)

Mixed — home prices are stretched relative to local incomes. Run the math on your specific situation.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

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 price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 33.4 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• 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

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $490,819
Avg Monthly Rent $1,224
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $87,279
% Renters 12.3%

Market Analysis: 57769 Piedmont

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Piedmont's 57769 ZIP stands at signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $491K pricing implies.

For an experienced owner, 57769 can be a an appealing option for hunting ground — but the discount at $491K reflects genuine risk that outside investors often underestimate.

Within SD, ZIP 57769 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Meade County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and robust enough to shape underwriting.

Resident income in 57769 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

The 57769 ZIP fits a narrow investor profile — hands-on, patient, and willing to accept that the cap rate on paper is not the cap rate in reality.

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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 Piedmont:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 64/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 5.6× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+4.3%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,224/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
COOL
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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COOL MARKET
Rapid City, SD Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
50 days
Average time to sell
Average
10.2%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Rapid City, SD metro data
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Property Strategy for 57769

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
4BR
3.1% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
4BR
+8.5% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$132,871/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $383,172 $1,360 2.6% $191,586
3BR $455,182 $1,890 3.0% +8.4% $151,727
4BR $531,483 $2,280 3.1% +8.5% $132,871

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$512K$455K$398K$340K$283K$226KFeb 2016May 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 57769 Compare?

Metric 57769 Piedmont Rapid City, SD South Dakota
Home Value $490,819 $490,819 N/A $311,504
5-Year CAGR 6.1% 6.1% N/A 6.8%
Avg Rent $1,224 $1,224 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.0% 2.0% - -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.0%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.1%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Rapid City, SD metro

3/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
61%
Days Pending
1/2
50 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $490,819
Monthly Rent $1,224
Price-to-Rent 33.4:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 3.0%
Cap Rate 2.0%
5-Year IRR 8.0%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +4.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +2.7% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.1% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.1% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.0%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.0%). 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
4.5%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.1%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 57769

Population: 4,017

💰 Median Household Income
$87,279
This area
$87,279
State
$68,422
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
12.3%
This area
12.3%
State
23.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.2%
This area
1.2%
State
-0.5%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
33.3%
This area
33.3%
State
17.7%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
40.5 years
This area
40.5 years
State
31.0 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
4.5%
This area
4.5%
State
18.9%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 94.4%
Other/Mixed 5.2%
Hispanic/Latino 0.8%
Black/African American 0.4%
👶 Under 18
28.0%
This area
28.0%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
11.4%
This area
11.4%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
3.8%
This area
3.8%
USA
11.5%

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🎓 Schools in 57769

B Avg School Grade
2 Schools
14.0:1 Avg Class Size
$10,790 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B Good

Piedmont Valley Elementary - 05

📚 K – 04 Elementary
👥
534 Students
👨‍🏫
14.0:1 Class Size
💰
$10,790 Per Student
B Good

Stagebarn Middle School - 10

📚 05 – 08 School
👥
422 Students
👨‍🏫
14.0:1 Class Size
💰
$10,790 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

6 Nearby 728 Off-Campus Students
C
Paul Mitchell the School-Rapid City
79 students · 11.7 mi
C
The Salon Professional Academy
65 students · 12.0 mi
C+
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
2,492 students · 12.4 mi
C+
Western Dakota Technical College
1,047 students · 12.9 mi
D
National American University-Ellsworth
63 students · 13.5 mi
C
National American University-Rapid City
1,026 students · 14.8 mi

Investor Insight: With 728 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical rental rate in Piedmont, SD?

The typical rental in Piedmont, SD commands about $1,224/mo monthly. That rent profile even-keeled cash flow against the $491K purchase basis.

How qualified is the tenant pool in Piedmont, SD?

The tenant pool in Piedmont, SD is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $1,224/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

What real estate strategy is ideal for Piedmont, SD?

For Piedmont, SD, careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management is the standard investor playbook. The market structure makes it a reasonable default approach.

How tight is the rental market in Piedmont, SD?

Piedmont, SD carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect even-keeled absorption at market rents of $1,224/mo.

Is Piedmont, SD a friendly market for rental owners?

For rental operators, Piedmont, SD rates as landlord-friendly. The regulatory environment standard buy-and-hold operations.

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