Land for Sale in Roslyn, South Dakota

Located at the end of the road in South Dakota’s Glacial Lakes Region, this 160± acre recreational property offers exceptional privacy, diverse wildlife habitat, income-producing CRP, lake frontage, and future building potential northwest of Roslyn, SD. Surrounded by water and native habitat, this unique tract creates an outstanding setup for hunting, fishing, recreation, or a private getaway retreat. *This property is being sold via Sealed Bid*

Land

The property features a diverse blend of productive CRP acres, open water, and rolling recreational terrain that supports strong populations of pheasants, waterfowl, whitetail deer, and other native wildlife. A large body of water borders and surrounds portions of the property, creating exceptional waterfowl habitat and a truly unique recreational setting within South Dakota’s Glacial Lakes Region.

An established former homesite sits near the center of the property, providing an attractive future building location with scenic views and excellent privacy. Access is provided from the southeast corner off 128th Street and 438th Avenue.

According to FSA records, the property consists of approximately 154.03± total acres with approximately 80.11± cropland acres and 77.66± acres currently enrolled in CRP programs. Current CRP contracts generate approximately $12,906 annually, creating immediate income while maintaining and enhancing wildlife habitat across the property.

Located approximately 3–4 miles northwest of Roslyn and within convenient driving distance of Webster, Watertown, Aberdeen, Sioux Falls, and the Minneapolis metro area, this property offers the ideal combination of seclusion and accessibility for weekend recreation or long-term investment ownership.

Method of Sale:

The property will be offered through a sealed bid process.

Bid Deadline:

All initial sealed bids must be submitted by September 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM MST to the Representative’s Attorney. The five (5) highest qualified bidders will then be invited to submit a second-round bid. The two (2) highest bidders from the second round will be given a final opportunity to submit a third and final bid, with the highest qualified bidder being selected as the successful purchaser.

Minimum Bid:

$3,125 per acre, or $500,000 total.

Earnest money:

A certified cashier’s check equal to ten percent (10%) of the gross bid amount shall accompany all bids as earnest money.

Additional Terms:

The top five (5) qualified bidders will advance to the second round of bidding.

The top two (2) bidders from the second round will advance to the final bidding round.

All communication regarding the bidding process shall be conducted by email.

Bid opening will occur simultaneously at the Representative Attorney’s office on September 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM MST.

Interested bidders should contact the Representative’s Attorney to obtain the required bid submission form.

Earnest money deposits from unsuccessful bidders will be returned within five (5) business days following completion of the bidding process.

Property Condition:

The property is being sold “AS IS, WHERE IS,” without warranty of any kind except as to title. Prospective bidders are responsible for conducting their own inspections and due diligence prior to submitting a bid. Property inspections may be coordinated through Hayden Outdoors.

Closing Terms:

Closing shall occur within thirty (30) days following acceptance of the successful bid. Conveyance of title shall be by Warranty Deed. Seller shall provide a title commitment. Buyer shall be responsible for recording fees and transfer fees. All other closing costs shall be shared equally between Buyer and Seller.

Earnest money shall be applied toward the purchase price at closing. Real estate taxes and assessments shall be prorated to the date of closing. Possession shall be granted at closing.

Ken Barker, Of Counsel

Lynn, Jackson, Shultz & Lebrun, P.C.

10956 SD Highway 34

Belle Fourche, SD 57717

Direct: 605-569-8171

Email: kbarker@lynnjackson.com

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