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Confidence and Opportunity in Today’s Market

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A Weekend for Gratitude🎈 2026

Before anything else — thank you.

Thank you to every man and woman who has served this country. Memorial Day isn’t a sales event or just a long weekend. It’s a day to remember the people who gave everything so the rest of us could have days like the ones ahead of us this weekend.

Days spent with family. Days watching your kids grow up. Days where you get to sit in your driveway, look at your home, and know it’s yours.

That freedom started with someone else’s sacrifice. We don’t take that lightly.

Congratulations, Class of 2026

To every graduate walking across the stage this weekend — including our Harrisburg Tigers — congratulations. Whether it’s high school, college, or trade school, you did the work and you earned this.

This one’s personal for us. Our son Wyatt celebrated with his crew at the car show last weekend, and watching his friends show up for him — literally pick him up because he’s the biggest kid in the group — was one of those moments that sticks with you.

Wyatt and his friends celebrating at the Rosewood Homes Car and Vendor Showcase in Sioux Falls

To every parent watching your kid take the next step: it goes fast. Enjoy this weekend.

And to the graduates — the world is wide open. Whether your next chapter is here in Sioux Falls or somewhere new, we’re proud of all of you.

Our First Car Show — Thank You, Sioux Falls

Last Saturday, we hosted our first-ever Car & Vendor Showcase here in the Sioux Falls area. We honestly didn’t know what to expect.

Would people show up? Would it feel right?

They showed up. It felt right. And it was one of the best days we’ve had as a business and as a family.

Classic cars, hot rods, trucks, local vendors — and one very photogenic pup who stole the entire show.

Puppy with pink bandana in front of a classic blue hot rod at the Rosewood Homes Car Show in Sioux Falls

Thank you to every car owner who brought their ride, every vendor who set up a booth, and every person who just came out to enjoy the day. You reminded us why we love doing business in this community.

We’re already planning the next one. Stay tuned.

Let’s Talk About the Market — Honestly

We’re not going to sugarcoat it. The resale housing market in Sioux Falls has slowed down. If you’ve been watching the news or scrolling listings and feeling like things are… quiet, you’re not imagining it.

Here’s what we’re seeing:

The median sale price in Sioux Falls hit $322,550 in April — up 8.8% from last year. Prices are still climbing, but inventory is down over 34%. That combination means fewer homes on the market and buyers being more selective.

For sellers, that can feel discouraging. For buyers, it can feel overwhelming.

But here’s what 36 years of residential construction experience and over 200 homes have taught us: a slow market is not a bad market. It’s actually one of the best times to make a move — if you know what you’re looking at.

Why a Slow Market Can Work in Your Favor

If you’re buying a resale home: Less competition means more negotiating room. Sellers are more willing to talk. And when you tour homes with someone who actually builds them, you see things other buyers miss — foundation issues, roof age, mechanical systems that are about to become expensive. We don’t just help you find a home. We help you understand what you’re buying. And remember — you marry the house, you date the rate. Buy at today’s price, refinance when rates drop. The people waiting for perfect conditions will be competing against a flood of other buyers when rates finally come down.

If you’re selling: A slower resale market rewards preparation. The listings that sell are the ones priced with precision — not emotion — and presented with professional photography, smart staging, and honest pre-list improvements. That’s exactly how we approach every listing. Our selling process starts with a construction-backed valuation, not just comps.

If you’re thinking about remodeling: Remodeling is happening right now — and for good reason. Maybe you love your neighborhood but the kitchen hasn’t been touched since 2003. Remodeling lets you stay where you are and make the home fit how you actually live. And here’s the reality: material costs and labor rates go up every single year. Inflation doesn’t wait. The project you’re considering today will only cost more tomorrow.

If you’re thinking about building: Custom home building is alive and well — and the people building now are making a smart long-term decision. Land is still available in some great areas around Tea, Brandon, Harrisburg, Dell Rapids, Hartford, and the south, east, west and northern parts of Sioux Falls. Custom building means you’re designing your home around your life, your lot, and your budget — not settling for what someone else built. And with our 3D home design process, you’ll walk through every room before a single nail is driven. The truth is, nothing in construction gets cheaper. Materials, labor, land — it all goes up with time. Those who act now will look back and be glad they did. Whether you’re paying cash or financing, today’s buyers and builders are in a strong position — lock in today’s prices, and when rates come down, refinance. If you wait for lower rates, you’ll be competing with everyone else who waited too, and that demand drives prices up even more.

Exploring All Your Options — That’s the Point

Most agents can only help you with one piece of the puzzle. You want to buy? They’ll show you houses. You want to sell? They’ll write a listing.

But what if the answer isn’t that simple?

What if the right move is to sell your current home, remodel the next one, and use a builder’s eye to make sure you’re not inheriting someone else’s problems? What if you tour 20 houses and nothing fits — and the real answer is to build exactly what you need?

That’s why we built Rosewood the way we did. Three paths to the right home — buy, build, or remodel — all under one roof. One team. One conversation. No getting handed off to strangers.

Larry brings 36 years of residential construction experience. Together, we’ve been doing this since 2004. We’re licensed REALTORS®, custom home builders, remodelers, and designers. That’s not a pitch — it’s just how we work.

Sometimes just talking it through helps. You might not need a different house. You might need a different lens.

Search Homes on Your Terms

If you’re in browsing mode, we get it. Not every search has to start with a phone call. We have live MLS listings on our site — updated daily, searchable by area, price, and size. Browse on your own time. When you’re ready to talk, we’re here.

You can also set up property alerts so new listings hit your inbox before they show up on the big sites. No pressure. No algorithms. Just a real person sending you homes that actually match what you’re looking for.

What We’re Grateful For

This Memorial Day, we’re grateful for a lot.

For 23 years of building homes and relationships in the Sioux Falls area. For a son whose friends show up and literally carry him. For a community that came out to a car show on a Saturday and reminded us why we do this. For clients who trust us with the biggest investment of their lives. And for the men and women who made all of it possible.

If you’re spending this Memorial Day weekend with family — enjoy every second.

If you’re thinking about your next move — whether that’s buying, selling, building, or remodeling — we’re here when you’re ready. No rush. No pressure. Just a conversation.

Happy Memorial Day, Sioux Falls.

— Larry & Rachael Weissenburger
Rosewood Homes & Real Estate | Since 2004
builtbyrosewood.com | 605-310-4475

Custom Homes | 3D Home Design | Remodeling | Buying & Selling
Sioux Falls | Harrisburg | Brandon | Dell Rapids | Hartford

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Sioux Falls Housing Market Update — April 2026 | Prices, Inventory & What It Means for You

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The April Numbers Are In — Here’s What They Actually Mean

The REALTOR® Association of the Sioux Empire just released the April 2026 market data, and if you’ve been house hunting in Sioux Falls, the numbers confirm what you’ve probably been feeling: there’s not much out there, and what is out there costs more than it did a year ago.

But here’s the thing — raw statistics only tell part of the story. As licensed REALTORS® who also happen to build and remodel homes, we see these numbers differently than most agents. We see options where others see obstacles.

Let’s break it down.

Prices Keep Climbing — But Context Matters

The median sale price in the Sioux Empire area hit $344,550 in April — an 8.8% jump compared to the same month last year. The average sale price crossed the $400,000 mark for the first time, landing at $401,935.

What does that mean in real terms? A home that sold for $316,800 last April would sell for almost $28,000 more today. For buyers working within a budget, that kind of increase changes which neighborhoods and floor plans are realistic.

Here’s where our builder perspective comes in. When existing homes are climbing this fast, custom construction starts to look like a smarter long-term investment. You control the layout, the lot, and the finishes — and you’re building equity from day one at today’s costs rather than paying a premium on someone else’s choices.

Inventory Is Tight — Really Tight

There are 1,372 homes available for sale across the Sioux Empire, down 34.2% from this time last year. That translates to roughly 3.2 months of supply — well below the 5-to-6-month range that most economists consider a balanced market.

Fewer homes on the market means more competition, faster decisions, and less room to negotiate. Buyers are finding fewer choices in their price range, and the homes that do check the right boxes tend to move quickly — the average property is sitting 93 days on market, though well-priced homes in popular neighborhoods go much faster than that.

This is exactly why we bring a sketch pad to every showing. When inventory is this limited, the “almost right” house might actually be the right house — with the right remodel plan. We can walk through a home with you, identify what works and what doesn’t, and sketch changes on the spot with a ballpark cost before you even write an offer.

Pending Sales Surged — Buyers Are Active

Despite the tight inventory, pending sales jumped to 863 in April — a 119% increase over last year. That signals strong buyer demand and tells us that motivated buyers are finding ways to move forward even in a competitive market.

Year to date, pending sales are up 60.5% compared to the same period in 2025. The price range seeing the most activity? Homes between $1.5 million and $2 million saw a 61.5% increase in contracts — a clear sign that move-up buyers and custom-build buyers are active and confident.

Affordability Is Tightening

The Housing Affordability Index dropped to 115 in April, down 3.4% from last year. For context, an index of 100 means the median household income is exactly what’s needed to qualify for the median-priced home. At 115, the typical Sioux Falls household earns about 15% more than the minimum needed — still positive, but the cushion is shrinking.

Rising prices and interest rates are compressing that margin. For first-time buyers especially, this makes it critical to explore all the options — not just what’s listed on the MLS today.

Three Paths Forward — The Rosewood Perspective

These market conditions are exactly why we built our business the way we did. When inventory is low and prices are rising, buyers need more than a REALTOR® who can open doors. They need a team that can see three moves ahead.

The Buyer’s Eye. We tour homes with you, but we also build. We catch structural concerns, outdated systems, and hidden potential that a traditional agent might overlook. That insight protects your investment and gives you confidence in your offer.

The Remodeler’s Eye. Found a home that’s 80% right? We sketch changes at the showing — a wall removed here, a kitchen reconfigured there — and give you a realistic cost estimate before you commit. That “almost right” house at $320,000 plus a $40,000 remodel might be a better value than the “perfect” listing at $400,000.

The Builder’s Eye. When nothing on the market fits your life, we design and build from the ground up. Your lot, your layout, your timeline. With 23 years together and 56 years of combined experience in residential construction and real estate, we’ve built this process to be straightforward — from the first conversation to the final walkthrough.

The Bottom Line

The Sioux Falls housing market remains competitive heading into summer 2026. Prices are up, inventory is down, and buyers who wait for conditions to change may find themselves paying more later.

But here’s what we tell every client who sits down at our kitchen table: the market doesn’t have to dictate your options. Whether you find the right home on the market, transform a good one into a great one, or build exactly what you want — that choice is yours.

We’re Larry and Rachael Weissenburger. We’re licensed REALTORS® and custom home builders serving Sioux Falls and the surrounding communities. If you’re feeling stuck in your home search, give us a call. No pressure — just a conversation about which path makes sense for you.

Rachael: 605-310-4475
Larry: 605-359-8503
Website: builtbyrosewood.com

Market data sourced from the REALTOR® Association of the Sioux Empire (RASE), April 2026 Monthly Market Indicators report. All data current as of May 1, 2026. Analysis and commentary are original to Rosewood Homes & Real Estate, Inc. and reflect our independent professional perspective.

© 2026 Rosewood Homes & Real Estate, Inc. Original analysis. Data sourced from RASE. Unauthorized reproduction prohibited.

Custom Built in Mydland Estates — 910 S Johnson Creek Court, Harrisburg SD

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FEATURED CUSTOM BUILD | ROSEWOOD HOMES & REAL ESTATE

910 S Johnson Creek Court, Harrisburg, SD 57032
MLS #22600809 | $618,900

This Is What Happens When the Same Team Designs AND Builds Your Home

Every Rosewood home starts with a conversation. We sit down with you, listen to how your family actually lives, and design your home in-house, in 3D. You walk through your home before a single nail is driven. No outsourced architects. No cookie-cutter plans. YOUR home, built around YOUR life — and no two are ever the same.

910 S Johnson Creek Court is a perfect example of what’s possible. Five oversized bedrooms, three bathrooms, a fully finished lower level with family room, fireplace, and flex space — all sitting on a garden-level lot with views that are hard to come by. Custom built. Move-in ready. Priced at $618,900.

Your Next Chapter Has Options

Here’s the thing — today’s post isn’t just about one home. It’s about what’s possible when you have a builder, designer, and broker in your back pocket.

Dreaming about building custom? Picture waking up to pond views every morning from a home designed around YOUR life. We’ve got a brand new street open with just a handful of lots remaining along the water — and once they’re gone, they’re gone. Secure yours today. Or let’s talk about building in Sioux Falls, Harrisburg, or surrounding communities. Your lot, your vision.

Not sure building is the right fit? We totally get it. Let’s explore all the move-in ready possibilities together — we’re a licensed REALTOR® team and we’ll walk you through every option out there.

Love your home but wish it worked better? We renovate too. Same team, same quality, same attention to detail.

23+ Years. One Team. Everything Under One Roof.

We’ve been building custom homes for over 23 years. We’ve lived in one of our own homes for 20 of those years. That’s not a sales pitch — it’s how confident we are in the quality and longevity of what we build.

All things are possible. Let’s have a conversation about what fits YOUR life.

Ready to explore your options?

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Custom Home Builder + Remodeler + Designer + REALTOR®
Everything Under One Roof.

Happy Easter from Our Family to Yours ✝️

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Happy Easter from Larry, Rachael & the Weissenburger family. 🪻

As we head into this Easter weekend, we just want to take a moment to say — we hope it’s a good one for you and yours.

We’ll be honest with you — this isn’t going to be a picture-postcard Easter message. That’s not really us.

Our kids are 16 and 18 now. The egg hunts have passed our season. These days, Easter looks more like begging our oldest to come inside for a meal because he’s under the hood of a car — that kid’s passion for building and working on things is something else. And our youngest is in the kitchen experimenting with new recipes, so we honestly don’t even know what we’re eating for Easter dinner yet. It’s day by day around here.

And us? We’re no different. I’ve got piles of sketches and ideas — I’m always designing new ways a home can live and adapt as lifestyles change. And Larry? His mind never stops learning new ways to build and implement those ideas. He oversees every project, brings it all to life in Revit, and handles the finish work with a level of care that still impresses me. I jump in there too — we’re a team in every sense of the word. When you love what you do this much, your mind doesn’t really shut off. Days off are hard.

But that’s what makes this weekend matter. Good Friday has always been a day that slows us down in the best way. The job sites go quiet, the phone stops ringing, and we get to just be. It reminds us to pause. Be present. Sit down at the table — whatever ends up on it — and just be together.

And let’s be real — whether it’s Easter in PJs or your Sunday best — Jesus loves you.

This time of year always makes us think about home. Not just the houses we build and remodel, but the feeling of being somewhere that actually fits your life — wherever you are in it. The kitchen where the real conversations happen. The dining room that somehow holds 23 years of memories. The garage where your son won’t come out of. That’s home.

That feeling is what drives everything we do. It’s why we built this business the way we did — not as a job, but as something we genuinely love showing up for every single day. The passion is real, and it runs in the family.

We’ve been building homes in Sioux Falls for 23 years now. Custom homes, remodels, real estate — all under one roof. And after all that time, the thing we’re most proud of isn’t a particular house or a particular project. It’s that we’re still here, still answering the phone, still sitting down with families and helping them figure out what’s next.

We recently wrote about something that’s been on our minds — about how every home decision, no matter where it starts, always comes back to the same question:

“What are all of our options, and who can help us figure this out without the runaround?”

Whether you’re thinking about remodeling, building something new, buying or selling, or just starting to wonder what the next chapter looks like — we wrote this one for you:

Read: “Why Every Home Decision Starts with the Same Question”

We’re not here to sell you anything this weekend. We just want to be a good resource — whenever you’re ready. That’s it.

For us, Easter is a reminder that when we know Jesus lives right inside us, we can keep pressing forward with gratitude — and celebrate every single day we’re given with a breath of air. That’s what keeps us going. In our family, in our work, in everything.

So enjoy the long weekend. Slow down. Be present with your people.

From our family to yours — Happy Easter. ✝️

Larry & Rachael Weissenburger
Rosewood Homes & Real Estate, Inc.
builtbyrosewood.com | 605-310-4475
Custom Home Builder + Designer + REALTOR® — Everything Under One Roof

Serving Sioux Falls, Brandon, Harrisburg, Tea, Hartford, Dell Rapids & the Sioux Empire

After 39 Years, We Finally Built Our Dream Home

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When we decided to build a new home, we had no idea where to start. We heard Rosewood Homes would “hold your hand” so to speak throughout the whole process and decided to meet with them.

Larry and Rachael immediately made us feel comfortable and confident that they would do their best to build us a home we’d like within the price range we had set — a home with features we, as farmers, needed.

I am not into shopping or home decorating, so having Rachael narrow options for the simple, easy-living style I sought was most helpful. She went with me to choose flooring, fixtures, cabinets and more, pointing out special features I later came to really appreciate and enjoy.

At the same time, Rosewood Homes was open to any ideas we had. For example, when we suggested a way to use wasted space, Rachael and Larry listened. As a result, what would have been an adequate closet is now one with a lot more storage that I really appreciate having.

We are now enjoying life in our new home and Rosewood Homes continues to work with us, completing projects as weather has allowed and making minor adjustments as needed despite the fact that we live over 30 miles from Sioux Falls.

Thanks to Larry and Rachael Weissenburger of Rosewood Homes, after 39 years of marriage, we have fulfilled our dream of moving out of an old farmhouse and into a modern, eye-pleasing house that is a pleasure to call “home”.

-Jim and Verdona Kelly, Doon, Iowa

Happy Halloween from Rosewood Homes & Real Estate!

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🎃Spooky Rate Drops, Haunting Home Plans, Remodeling Magic & A Birthday Treat

As the autumn sun sets behind a silhouette of a spooky yet stylish home, we’re sharing some spooktacular news from Rosewood Homes & Real Estate — and a few hauntingly good reasons to start designing or remodeling your dream home before the new year creeps in!

🏦 Interest Rates: A Frightfully Good Surprise

Mortgage Rates Are Dropping

Just in time for Halloween, interest rates have shown signs of easing — a welcome treat for homebuyers, custom‑home builders, and remodelers alike.

According to Freddie Mac’s weekly survey, the average 30‑year fixed‑rate mortgage dropped to about 6.19% as of Oct 23, 2025. myhome.freddiemac.com+2Freddie Mac+2
Meanwhile, NerdWallet places the average at around 6.06% on Oct 25, 2025. NerdWallet+2NerdWallet+2

What does this mean for you?

  • 🏠 If you’re financing a new build, you may lock in more favorable terms.
  • ✏️ If you’re remodeling, you might leverage that savings to upgrade more of your space.
  • 🔧 If you’re considering a property purchase or refinance, the timing looks promising.

🏡 Spooky Home Plans & Remodeling Dreams

From eerie elegance to modern farmhouse magic, our design team has been crafting custom plans that are sure to bewitch your imagination.

Thinking about next year’s Halloween party? 👻
Let’s design a home that’s perfect for entertaining or remodel your current one into something hauntingly beautiful!

Whether it’s:

  • A dramatic entryway for trick‑or‑treaters,
  • An open‑concept kitchen for pumpkin‑carving parties,
  • A cozy reading nook for fall evenings, or 
  • A full‑scale remodel to refresh your space —

we’ll make sure your home is a thrill to live in all year long.
And remember: we proudly serve Sioux Falls and travel within a 100‑mile radius to help clients design, build, and remodel their dream spaces wherever inspiration strikes.

🎂 A Special Birthday Treat (and a Candy Corn Toast!)

Today we’re celebrating something extra special — the birthday of our owner, Rachael Weissenburger! 🍬🎃

Rachael’s approach is simple but powerful: listen first, understand each client’s unique needs, and create homes and spaces that reflect their lives — whether it’s a brand‑new build, thoughtful remodel, or finding the perfect property.

We’re raising a toast (and a handful of candy‑corn pumpkins — her favorite Halloween treat) to another year of creativity, craftsmanship, and community. Her dedication continues to guide everything we do at Rosewood Homes & Real Estate — because for us, it’s never just about building homes, it’s about creating spaces that reflect the people who live in them.

🕸️ Ready to Get Started?

Don’t ghost your dream home!
Give us a call or send us a message today to schedule your custom design, remodeling consultation, or property‑planning session.

📞 Call/Text: (605) 310‑4475
📧 Email: info@builtbyrosewood.com
💻 Website: builtbyrosewood.com
📍 Serving Sioux Falls & Surrounding Areas | Travel within 100 Miles

🎃 Safety & Treat Reminder:

Wishing you a safe and happy Halloween! Be sure to watch your candy intake (yes, the candy‑corn pumpkins are delicious) and drive safely if you’re out trick‑or‑treating or visiting friends and family.