Published July 8, 2026

The Sioux Falls Market Feels Different Right Now (Here’s What’s Actually Going On)

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Written by Julie Roth

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Wondering why the Sioux Falls real estate market feels so different lately?

If you’ve been watching the market lately and thinking…

“Something feels off…”

You’re not wrong.

I’ve been hearing that from a lot of buyers and sellers recently.

And the truth is, the market has changed.




We’re no longer in the “frenzy” market

If you remember 2020–2022, things were moving fast.

Homes were:

  • Selling in days

  • Getting multiple offers

  • Going over asking price

That market was intense… and honestly, not sustainable.

Now?

We’re seeing something different.




Homes are taking longer to sell

This is one of the biggest shifts.

We’re seeing homes sit longer than they did during the peak years.

But here’s the key.

That doesn’t mean nothing is selling.

It means buyers are being more selective.




Buyers are thinking more before acting

Instead of rushing, buyers are:

  • Comparing options

  • Taking their time

  • Saying no more often

And that’s creating a different pace.




The market is rewarding the right homes

This is the part that confuses people.

Some homes still sell quickly.

Others sit.

The difference usually comes down to:

  • Pricing

  • Condition

  • Location

The homes that check the boxes still move.

The ones that don’t… don’t.




Final thoughts

This market isn’t bad.

It’s just more balanced.

And in a balanced market, strategy matters more than speed.




Thinking About Buying or Selling?

If you want help understanding what this market means for your situation, I’d love to walk through it with you.

📧 julie@julierothrealestate.com
📲 605-740-0645
💻 www.julierothrealestate.com




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