All Saints Neighborhood Guide
Introduction
All Saints is one of Sioux Falls’s most historically significant neighborhoods, home to more than 200 residential properties from the late 1800s and early 1900s. The All Saints Historic District has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1984, anchored by the All Saints School building (built in 1884), the 1916 Longfellow School building, and Lyon Park, donated to the neighborhood in 1928.
As a Sioux Falls REALTOR®, I show All Saints to buyers who specifically want the character of a designated historic district — Neo-Colonial, Tudor Revival, Dutch Colonial, Prairie School, and Mediterranean-influenced homes are all represented here, alongside more modest early-1900s houses. The neighborhood grew fastest between 1900 and 1919, when Sioux Falls’s population grew by almost 250 percent and roughly 68 percent of the neighborhood’s existing buildings went up.
Who Should Live in All Saints
All Saints fits buyers who want a genuinely historic home in a designated district close to downtown, families who want their kids to walk to Lyon Park, and anyone drawn to architectural variety over a cookie-cutter subdivision. It’s also a strong fit for buyers who want a quiet, established, walkable neighborhood without the newer commercial development found on the city’s edges.
Who Probably Shouldn’t
Buyers who want a brand-new build, a three-car garage, or minimal maintenance usually aren’t a good fit for All Saints. Because a large share of the neighborhood is a recognized historic district, exterior renovations can carry additional review requirements, which isn’t for everyone.
Overall Vibe and History
All Saints takes its name from the landmark All Saints School building. The neighborhood’s rapid early-1900s growth left behind a genuinely varied streetscape of architectural styles rather than a single repeated design, which is part of what makes it feel different from a planned subdivision. Lyon Park, donated in 1928, remains the neighborhood’s gathering spot, complete with a historic cannon display, playground, and garden space. The overall vibe is quiet, historic, and close-knit — a neighborhood people tend to move into and stay in for a long time.
Location
All Saints sits just south of the downtown central business district, making it one of the more centrally located historic neighborhoods in Sioux Falls.
| Destination | Typical Drive Time |
|---|---|
| Downtown Sioux Falls | About 5 minutes |
| Sanford USD Medical Center | About 5-8 minutes |
| Avera McKennan Hospital | About 5-7 minutes |
| Empire Mall | About 10-15 minutes |
| Sioux Falls Regional Airport | About 10-12 minutes |
| Interstate 29 | About 5-10 minutes |
| Interstate 90 | About 12-15 minutes |
These are typical, non-rush-hour estimates — when showing homes here, I always encourage buyers to test-drive their real commute before deciding.
All Saints is close enough to downtown and the Sanford/Avera medical district that many residents work just a few minutes away. Nearby shopping is mostly small local businesses close to the neighborhood, with larger retail near the Empire Mall corridor a short drive away.
Housing
All Saints’s housing stock is almost entirely late 1800s to early 1900s construction, with a genuine mix of architectural styles — Neo-Colonial, Tudor Revival, Dutch Colonial, Prairie School, and Mediterranean-influenced homes, along with more modest period houses.
| Housing Type | Typical Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Modest early-1900s homes | Roughly $175K-$350K | Smaller footprints, varying levels of updates |
| Larger historic homes | Roughly $300K-$700K+ | Architect-designed or larger period homes |
New construction is essentially nonexistent within the historic district itself. Condos and townhomes are limited; this is predominantly a single-family neighborhood. Rental demand exists here from the same pool as nearby McKennan Park and downtown — hospital staff and young professionals who want a historic, walkable location.
What Buyers Should Know Before Purchasing in All Saints
One thing buyers usually don’t realize: because All Saints has been on the National Register of Historic Places since 1984, exterior changes to contributing historic homes can be subject to additional review. I always confirm a specific address’s historic-district status and what that means for renovation plans before a client gets attached to a home they intend to significantly alter. I also recommend a specialized inspection given the age of the housing stock — original wiring, plumbing, and foundation issues are common enough in homes this old that a standard resale inspection can miss things. Lot sizes are typical of an established, older neighborhood rather than the larger lots found in newer developments, and formal HOAs are uncommon here.
Schools
All Saints is served by the Sioux Falls School District. The neighborhood has historically been associated with All Saints Elementary and Edison Middle School, feeding into Lincoln High School. As always, I verify current SFSD boundary assignment for a specific address before a client relies on it, since boundaries can and do shift. Private options nearby include O’Gorman and other Catholic schools within a short drive.
Parks & Recreation
Lyon Park is the neighborhood’s centerpiece — donated to the community in 1928, it includes a playground, garden space, and a historic cannon display, and is a genuine walk-to amenity for most All Saints homes. McKennan Park and the Sioux Falls Recreation Trail are also a short distance away for additional green space and biking.
Restaurants
All Saints doesn’t have a dense commercial restaurant strip of its own, but it borders neighborhoods like McKennan Park and downtown that do, both a short walk or drive away. I’d rather send relocating buyers to walk nearby 26th Street or downtown’s Phillips Avenue in person than list specific restaurants that may change.
Shopping
Everyday shopping near All Saints is mostly small, local retail nearby, with a Hy-Vee or similar grocery store a short drive away. Target, Walmart, and Costco are not in the immediate neighborhood; residents typically drive 10-15 minutes toward the Empire Mall corridor or 41st Street for big-box retail.
Safety
I won’t cite crime statistics without a current, sourced number. From showing homes in this area, All Saints feels quiet and residential, with tree-lined streets and a strong sense of neighborhood identity tied to its historic district status. As always, I’d encourage any buyer to walk the specific block at different times of day and check current, sourced data if safety is a top priority.
Commute
| Destination | Typical Commute |
|---|---|
| Downtown Sioux Falls | About 5 minutes |
| Medical District (Sanford/Avera) | About 5-8 minutes |
| Tea, SD | About 20-25 minutes |
| Harrisburg, SD | About 20-25 minutes |
| Brandon, SD | About 20-25 minutes |
| Crooks, SD | About 20-25 minutes |
| Hartford, SD | About 20-25 minutes |
| Airport | About 10-12 minutes |
These are typical, non-rush-hour estimates. All Saints’s central location keeps most Sioux Falls commutes relatively short.
Lifestyle
A typical weekend in All Saints might include time at Lyon Park, a walk through the historic streets admiring the architecture, and a short drive or walk to McKennan Park or downtown for dinner. The neighborhood attracts a mix of established families, history-minded buyers, and professionals who work nearby at Sanford or Avera. It’s a quieter, more residential feel than downtown, with a strong sense of place tied to the neighborhood’s historic character.
Local Expert Section
I’m Tyce Ortman, a Sioux Falls REALTOR® with the Jeff Merrill Team at eXp Realty. All Saints is a neighborhood I respect for how intact its historic character has stayed, and I enjoy helping buyers who specifically want that.
My experience helping clients here comes down to a few consistent points. The most common mistake is treating a century-old home like a move-in-ready new build — I always recommend a thorough, specialized inspection given the age of the housing stock, and I make sure buyers understand what historic district status means for any exterior changes they’re planning. On resale, homes that have preserved original character while quietly updating mechanicals and systems have tended to hold value best in my experience. On school boundaries, I verify the current SFSD assignment for the exact address rather than assuming based on the neighborhood’s general reputation. On property taxes, older homes here can be assessed differently than new construction, so I have buyers budget with that in mind. And on future development, All Saints is a mature, largely built-out historic neighborhood — its long-term value case rests more on its enduring, protected character than on new growth.
Future Growth
As a designated historic district, All Saints isn’t a candidate for major new development the way a newer part of the city might be. I don’t have a specific, verified list of planned projects for this exact area, and I’d encourage anyone weighing a purchase against a specific planned project to confirm its status with the City of Sioux Falls directly. The neighborhood’s long-term investment case is tied to its protected historic character and central, walkable location rather than new construction.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is All Saints good for families?
Yes, particularly families who value historic character, walkability to Lyon Park, and an established, quiet neighborhood.
How much do homes cost in All Saints?
Roughly $175K for smaller, more modest historic homes up to $700K+ for larger period homes.
Are there HOA fees in All Saints?
Generally no; formal HOAs are uncommon in this established, non-planned neighborhood.
Can I walk to a park from All Saints?
Yes, Lyon Park is within walking distance of most homes in the neighborhood.
Is All Saints close to downtown?
Yes, about a 5-minute drive from downtown Sioux Falls.
How competitive is the All Saints market?
Well-maintained historic homes here tend to see strong interest given limited turnover; I can pull current listing data on request.
What’s the best street in All Saints?
Streets nearest Lyon Park tend to be especially desirable, though the right fit depends on a buyer’s priorities.
Are there new construction homes in All Saints?
Essentially none; this is a built-out historic district.
Are there mature trees in All Saints?
Yes, tree-lined streets are a defining feature of this century-old neighborhood.
How are winters in All Saints?
Winters are cold and snowy, consistent with the rest of Sioux Falls.
What high school serves All Saints?
The neighborhood is commonly associated with Lincoln High School, though exact assignment should be verified for the specific address against current SFSD boundaries.
Is All Saints a historic district?
Yes, the All Saints Historic District has been on the National Register of Historic Places since 1984.
Is All Saints walkable?
Yes, it’s a walkable, tree-lined neighborhood close to Lyon Park, McKennan Park, and downtown.
Are there condos or townhomes in All Saints?
Very limited; this is overwhelmingly a single-family historic neighborhood.
Is All Saints a good investment?
Historic character and a central location have historically supported stable demand, though every investment decision should be run through current numbers.
What does it mean that my home is in a historic district?
It can mean additional review requirements for exterior changes. I always confirm what that means for a specific address before a client plans a renovation.
Is All Saints close to Avera and Sanford?
Yes, both are within about a 5-8 minute drive, making the neighborhood popular with hospital staff.
What’s the biggest trade-off of living in All Saints?
Older homes need more maintenance, and historic-district rules can limit certain exterior changes, in exchange for genuine architectural character and a central, walkable location.
Do I need a special inspection for an All Saints home?
I recommend it, given the age of the housing stock — a specialized inspector is more likely to catch original wiring, plumbing, or foundation issues.
Related Sioux Falls Guides
- McKennan Park Neighborhood Guide
- Downtown Sioux Falls Neighborhood Guide
- Historic Homes in Sioux Falls
- Sioux Falls Neighborhoods
- Moving to Sioux Falls
- Sioux Falls School District Overview
- The Home Buying Process
Thinking About Buying in All Saints?
If you’re thinking about buying a home in All Saints, I’d be happy to give you honest advice, show you available homes, or help you compare it with other Sioux Falls neighborhoods. Call or text Tyce Ortman at 605-413-7903 or email tyceortman@gmail.com.
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