The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 57039 sells for about $325,000, or $165 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $745 a month.
ZIP 57039 — Lennox
The housing market in 57039 remains stable and optimistic, driven by its appeal as a bedroom community for the expanding Sioux Falls metro area. Low inventory and consistent demand from families seeking quality schools continue to support steady price appreciation. The area's growth is well-managed, reflecting a healthy balance between small-town character and regional economic integration.
This ZIP is ideal for families and commuters who desire a quiet, small-town environment with high-quality schools while remaining within a short drive of Sioux Falls' major employment and retail hubs.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 3.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.2% · poverty 7.4% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 57039, Lincoln County SD
Crime rates in the Lennox area are generally low, consistent with small-town South Dakota trends and significantly lower than the national average.
Lennox School District is highly regarded locally, consistently maintaining strong academic performance and community support.
The area faces typical Midwestern climate risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional winter blizzards, with standard flood insurance recommended for low-lying parcels.
Lennox serves as a growing residential satellite to Sioux Falls, benefiting from regional economic expansion and infrastructure improvements along the I-29 corridor.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on market value, with local school district levies comprising the largest portion of the tax bill.
Residents primarily commute via US-18 and I-29, providing a straightforward 20-minute drive to the Sioux Falls employment core.
The area features local community parks, youth sports complexes, and easy access to regional outdoor recreation, including nearby lakes and golf courses.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and high demand from commuters seeking a small-town lifestyle within reach of the city.
The economy is anchored by local agriculture, small business, and a growing service sector that supports the nearby Sioux Falls metropolitan area.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with US-18 serving as the primary arterial road connecting to the regional highway network.
Local planning focuses on managed growth, with recent approvals for residential infill and infrastructure upgrades to support the increasing population.
Lincoln County utilizes a mass appraisal system to determine property values, with annual reviews to ensure assessments align with market trends.
Parcels are subject to Lennox School District levies and standard county-wide emergency service and utility district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect regional exposure to severe weather events common in the Great Plains.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 57039.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Great Plains Zoo4.416.5 mi
- Washington Pavilion4.717.5 mi
- Wild Water West Waterpark and Flamingo Falls Campground4.213.2 mi
- Air Madness Trampoline Park4.312.3 mi
- Thunder Road of Sioux Falls4.517.2 mi
- Falls Park4.818.4 mi
- Denny Sanford PREMIER Center4.618.1 mi
- Washington Pavilion4.717.5 mi
- W. H. Lyon Fairgrounds4.217.1 mi
- Sioux Falls Convention Center4.518.2 mi
- Union Social4.312.3 mi
- The Good Earth Farm4.92.2 mi
- Tea City Park4.69.7 mi
- Washington Pavilion4.717.5 mi
- McKennan Park4.816.8 mi
- Old Courthouse Museum4.717.9 mi
- Pettigrew Home & Museum4.717.6 mi
- SDK South4.911.4 mi
- Tea City Park4.69.7 mi
- Bakker Crossing Golf Course4.610.6 mi
- Country Apple Orchard & Pumpkin Patch4.211.3 mi
- Sioux Falls Regional Airport4.319.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Central community space with playgrounds and picnic areas.
Hub for local events and community gatherings.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.