Kerry Engelmann

$2,080,000

40 Acres

Spearfish, South Dakota, 57783

This exceptional 40± acre parcel offers an unparalleled development opportunity in the thriving city of Spearfish, South Dakota. Situated at the high-visibility intersection of East Colorado Boulevard and South Rainbow Road in Spearfish, SD, this property offers a strategic position between the City of Spearfish and the rapidly expanding Sky Ridge neighborhood and Sports Complex at Exit 17 off Interstate 90.Land The East Colorado Boulevard corridor is recognized by the City of Spearfish as a prime area for commercial and multi-use development. The city encourages a diverse mix of residential densities, commercial enterprises, and light industrial facilities within the designated City Services Boundary, which includes this property. The adjacent areas feature C-2 Highway Service Commercial and Development Review District (DRD) zoning, offering significant flexibility for various development types.Improvements Essential infrastructure is either in place or planned to support development. A 12-inch water main runs along the south side of East Colorado Boulevard, and fiber optic cable and phone lines are available in the vicinity. The City of Spearfish is actively upgrading the sewer system, with planned expansions to the Elkhorn Ridge sewer lift station. Furthermore, the City is currently undertaking the Colorado Boulevard Widening Project, which includes expanding the roadway to accommodate turn lanes, bike lanes, and improved traffic flow, directly enhancing the accessibility of this property.General Operations This prime location offers easy access to regional and national markets via I-90, making it ideal for a wide range of commercial and multi-use developments. The property benefits from significant frontage on both East Colorado Boulevard and South Rainbow Road, ensuring excellent visibility for any future development. Its location near Exit 17 provides convenient access for both local residents and the numerous visitors drawn to the area.Location Spearfish is a rapidly growing community with a strong economy. The city boasts a projected population of nearly 14,000 by 2025 and a healthy average household income. The low unemployment rate and positive job growth further underscore the area’s economic vitality. This land is strategically positioned within a dynamic growth area near the Sky Ridge neighborhood and the Sportsplex. The Sportsplex, a regional draw for sports tournaments, generates significant traffic and demand for nearby services. The adjacent Sky Ridge residential development provides a built-in customer base for commercial ventures.

$1,115,000

38 Acres

Spearfish, South Dakota, 57783

Rare opportunity to own 38± acres just minutes from downtown Spearfish, located on the highly desirable Centennial Road. This beautiful parcel offers a perfect blend of open space, gently rolling terrain, and expansive views of the surrounding Black Hills and prairie. With no covenants, this land is ideal for those seeking the freedom to build a custom home, develop a hobby farm, or simply enjoy wide-open country living.Land Just minutes from the heart of Spearfish yet far enough to embrace the quiet rhythm of the countryside, this exceptional piece of land on Centennial Road offers the best of both worlds. Whether you’re dreaming of building a custom home, starting a small hobby farm, or simply seeking a peaceful retreat in the northern Black Hills, this property delivers a rare combination of convenience and serenity.Set along a well-maintained gravel road, the land features gently rolling terrain, open pastures, and sweeping views of the surrounding hills and prairie. It’s easy to imagine morning coffee on the porch as the sun rises over the plains, or evenings spent watching the sky light up behind the Black Hills. The natural contours of the land provide several ideal building sites, offering both privacy and picturesque backdrops.Despite its rural setting, the property is just a short drive from downtown Spearfish, where you’ll find shopping, schools, restaurants, and healthcare. Interstate 90 is easily accessible, and the breathtaking Spearfish Canyon is just around the corner. The location is ideal for those who value open space but don’t want to give up the comforts and connections of town life.Utilities are nearby, including electricity, and road access is excellent. With no restrictive covenants, the land offers flexibility for a variety of uses—whether you’re planning a custom home with a large shop, room for horses or livestock, or simply an investment in one of South Dakota’s most sought-after areas.This Centennial Road property invites you to slow down, stretch out, and build the life you’ve imagined—all within reach of one of the most vibrant small towns in the region.Improvements Currently, the property is primarily open land with some fencing and outbuildings.

$3,600,000

91.55 Acres

Spearfish, South Dakota, 57783

Miller Creek Meadows offers a rare blend of seclusion and proximity to Spearfish, South Dakota. 91.5± acres of rolling hay meadows, oak groves, Ponderosa pine ridges and seasonal Miller Creek provide ideal habitat for deer, turkey, and upland game. With power nearby and breathtaking building sites, this is a sportsman's dream within 15 minutes of town.Land Miller Creek Meadows is a visual masterpiece, spanning 91.55 acres of rolling meadows, timbered ridges, and rocky outcroppings typical of the northern Black Hills. The meadows are edged by mature stands of ponderosa pine and native bur oak, with an understory of aspen, chokecherry and even a few apple trees. The property’s terrain includes exposed rock ledges and outcrops composed of pale grey Paha Sapa limestone and pink‑buff Englewood limestone overlying older Spearfish Formation red siltstone and shale. These rocky ridges create natural perches for turkey and vantage points for archery hunting, while the oak–pine margins provide ideal food and cover.The seasonal Miller Creek meanders through spring-fed swales, enhancing the lush grasslands that yield hay annually, and supporting summer grazing. Gravel terraces and shallow depressions near the creek support diverse wildflowers and herbaceous plants, attracting upland birds and pollinators.Improvements The property includes a well house that delivers water to a livestock watering tank serving cattle grazing operations. Multiple natural ridges and elevated knolls offer scenic and secluded building sites—perfect for a hunting cabin or custom home tucked amidst oak groves. The site is secluded but with power accessible at the road frontage, facilitating development without disrupting the balance of meadow and timber.Recreation Miller Creek Meadows is a true haven for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts seeking both solitude and abundant wildlife. The combination of open hay meadows, seasonal creek channels, oak–pine hardwood edges, and rugged limestone outcroppings creates a rich mosaic of habitats that sustain thriving populations of white-tailed and mule deer, wild turkey, and upland game birds. The land’s diverse structure naturally funnels wildlife through the property, with well-worn game trails, bedding thickets, and shaded travel corridors visible throughout. During the spring thaw and early summer rains, Miller Creek draws wildlife from surrounding hillsides, enhancing the mix of forage, water, and cover.Its proximity to the scenic Spearfish Canyon and the vast Black Hills National Forest makes it an exceptional basecamp for both day hunts and extended outdoor pursuits. Whether you’re glassing from a ridgeline, calling turkeys along the creek bottom, or watching raptors soar overhead—including golden eagles, bald eagles, and red-tailed hawks—this property offers immersive, year-round outdoor experiences in a setting that feels truly wild yet remains close to town.Agriculture Currently utilized for annual grass hay production and seasonal cattle grazing, the property delivers both function and flexibility. Soil conditions, fed by groundwater seeps and creek flow, sustain native grasses and clover blends ideal for hay. Fencing and livestock infrastructure, along with the well and stock tank, make current grazing operations seamless. These pastures, bordered by oak and pine, are also well suited to lightly managed ranch uses such as rotational grazing, brood stock grazing, or game bird release rotation.Water/Mineral Rights & Natural Resources Spring-fed Miller Creek flows through the low-lying meadow corridor during wetter seasons, supplying riparian habitat and forage. A private well supports the well house and livestock watering system year-round. No mineral rights are known to be severed; all mineral interests owned by the seller will convey with the sale.General Operations Minimal daily oversight is required—annual hay cutting and seasonal cattle grazing are managed efficiently. Most importantly, the property’s recreational value far exceeds its modest agricultural income. It offers an established hunting retreat, wildlife habitat preserve, or future home-site investment with built-in ag operations to support low-cost carry.Region & Climate Situated in the Northern Black Hills near Spearfish, the climate provides four distinct seasons: warm, pleasant summers; colorful autumns; crisp, snowy winters; and vibrant springs. The area enjoys approximately 230 days of sunshine each year, making it ideal for year-round outdoor recreation. Precipitation averages 25–30″ annually, supporting lush forage and healthy forest growth. The region is renowned for its abundant wildlife, cold-water trout streams, and scenic uplands that draw hunters, anglers, hikers, and birdwatchers alike.History Miller Creek Meadows lies within the ecological crossroads of four vegetation zones—a botanical melting pot supporting over 1,200 plant species documented in nearby Spearfish Canyon. The property’s oak‑pine ridges and limestone outcrops are habitat features for endemic species unique to the Black Hills, such as pinyon jay, three‑toed woodpecker, and Black Hills subspecies of vole and snail. Wildlife movement between this property and public forests has long supported consistent game presence. Its moderate agricultural use preserves habitat while maintaining productivity.Location Located at 5410 Lazy Horse Ln, Spearfish, SD 57783, Miller Creek Meadows lies just 5-6 miles (approximately a 10-minute drive) southeast of downtown Spearfish. Though secluded at the end of a quiet private lane, the property offers quick access to all the amenities, dining, healthcare, and retail that Spearfish has to offer. Rapid City Regional Airport is about 60 miles away—roughly an hour’s drive—providing convenient commercial service for both regional and national travel.What truly sets this location apart is its place within the Northern Black Hills, a region known for its dramatic scenery, outdoor recreation, and exceptional quality of life. The Black Hills are a geologic island of granite peaks, pine-covered ridges, and lush valleys rising from the surrounding plains. This area is steeped in Western history, Native American heritage, and a deep-rooted appreciation for land, wildlife, and independence.Spearfish, in particular, is one of the crown jewels of the Black Hills. It’s a vibrant university town with a thriving arts and cultural scene, yet it retains its Western charm and close-knit community feel. Spearfish Canyon—just minutes from town—is a world-class destination for fly fishing, hiking, ice climbing, and sightseeing. The town is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the region due to its mild climate, clean air, low taxes, and access to public lands and trails. Whether you’re looking for solitude in the hills or a quick trip to the coffee shop or hardware store, this location offers the best of both worlds.