{"id":70916,"date":"2026-06-16T11:50:50","date_gmt":"2026-06-16T18:50:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/?p=70916"},"modified":"2026-06-16T11:50:50","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T18:50:50","slug":"selling-a-house-as-is-in-south-dakota","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/selling-a-house-as-is-in-south-dakota\/","title":{"rendered":"Selling a House \u2018As Is\u2019 in South Dakota"},"content":{"rendered":"

Interested in selling a house \u201cas is\u201d in South Dakota? Whether you own a fixer-upper or recently inherited a family member\u2019s home, you may be hoping to avoid repairs, receive a reasonable offer, and move forward on your timeline.<\/p>\n

\u201cUsually, it\u2019s just the condition of the property \u2014 maybe the homeowner is going into foreclosure and doesn\u2019t have the appropriate funds to fix up the property,\u201d says Jeremy Simon<\/a>, a top-performing South Dakota real estate agent.<\/p>\n

Keep in mind that selling a house \u201cas is\u201d often means accepting a lower sale price, and it doesn\u2019t necessarily stop buyers from requesting concessions or negotiating after an inspection. In this guide, we\u2019ll explain how to sell a house \u201cas is\u201d in South Dakota, the options available for attracting buyers, and what you can expect throughout the process.

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Fast facts about selling a house \u2018as is\u2019 in South Dakota<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Median listing price in South Dakota<\/td>\n$382,200<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Average days on market (DOM) for South Dakota<\/td>\n47 days<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Disclosures<\/td>\nSouth Dakota law requires sellers to disclose material facts about the property through the Seller\u2019s Property Condition Disclosure Statement<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MLS has a field to mark a listing \u201cas is\u201d?<\/td>\nNo<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Is a real estate attorney required?<\/td>\nReal estate attorneys are not<\/a> considered essential for closing in the state of South Dakota<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Real estate transfer taxes?<\/td>\n$0.50 per $500<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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What is as-is condition in real estate?<\/h2>\n

An as-is sale means the seller is offering the property in its current condition and does not plan to make repairs or improvements before closing. In most cases, the seller is also unwilling to negotiate repair requests or provide credits for issues identified during the transaction.<\/p>\n

Selling a home \u201cas is\u201d may signal that certain features or systems, such as an aging roof, older HVAC equipment, or outdated appliances, are being sold without any guarantee of their condition or remaining lifespan.<\/p>\n

When a home is listed \u201cas is,\u201d its known condition is generally reflected in the asking price, based on the seller\u2019s understanding of the property.

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Which types of homes are sold \u2018as is\u2019?<\/h2>\n

In South Dakota, homes sold \u201cas is\u201d often need repairs, updates, or cosmetic improvements. It\u2019s a designation more commonly associated with fixer-uppers than move-in-ready<\/a> properties.<\/p>\n

These sales frequently attract investors looking for renovation opportunities, as well as buyers willing to take on some work in exchange for a lower purchase price. Others may be drawn to a property\u2019s location, lot size, or long-term potential despite its condition.

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What problems do you have to disclose in South Dakota?<\/h2>\n

Selling a house “as is” in South Dakota doesn’t allow you to withhold known information about the property’s condition.<\/p>\n

South Dakota law generally requires sellers to complete a Seller’s Property Condition Disclosure Statement<\/a>. It’s often a good idea to review and complete this form before listing your home or seeking offers, so you’re prepared to answer buyers’ questions.<\/p>\n

The disclosure form covers a wide range of topics related to the property, including ownership and title matters, structural conditions, major systems and utilities, environmental hazards, and other factors that could affect a buyer’s decision.<\/p>\n

Depending on your property, you may need to disclose known issues involving:<\/p>\n