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Highlights

  • Fully equipped kitchens
  • Laundry facilities
  • Tennis court
  • Indoor pool
  • Central heat/ac
  • 24 hour maintenance service

Location

101 N Holly Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, USA
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Management

Babinski Properties LLC

Leasing office

(605) 339-1053

Property Overview

The Sands achieves an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.8, reflecting its excellent amenities, location, and pricing. With a perfect score of 10 for amenities, the property features a range of facilities such as fully equipped kitchens, laundry services, and an indoor pool. Additionally, a strong proximity to transportation and dining options enhances its appeal, while a trustworthiness rating of 8 reinforces transparency regarding property features and management.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Sands is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Sands has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

The Right Apartment at the Right Price1 bed1 bath1,026 sqft$675 /mo1 unit available
Live Your Best Life at The Sands! First Floor1 bed1 bath756 sqft$720 /mo1 unit available
2 Bed Unit2 bed2 bath1,026 sqft$825 /mo3 units availableThese large two bedroom units with 1 & 3/4 bathrooms feature fully equipped kitchens with dishwasher and garbage disposals, central heat/AC, and a deck/patio. The building features an indoor pool, whirlpool hot tub, and sauna. There is also an outdoor basketball court, tennis court, and softball field. Access controlled buildings with 24 hour maintenance service. Laundry facilities on each floor of the building. Water, sewer and garbage included. $825 security deposit and a $50 per adult application fee. No pets. We are a Crime Free community. We check criminal background, credit history, present and previous landlord references, and verify employment. Availability, prices, and specials are subject to change without notice. Please review our rental requirements at www babinskiproperties com Contact Babinski Properties. Office hours: Mon-Fri 8am-7pm. Saturday 10am-3pm. Closed Sundays. Images are examples only.

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Amenities for The Sands

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningWhirlpool

Appliances

DishwasherFridge
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

SaunaWater/Sewer

Grounds

Swimming Pool

Services

Garbage
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

Units105
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About The Sands

HomeApartments in Sioux Falls The Sands

These large two bedroom units with 1 & 3/4 bathrooms feature fully equipped kitchens with dishwasher and garbage disposals, central heat/AC, and a deck/patio. The building features an indoor pool, whirlpool hot tub, and sauna. There is also an outdoor basketball court, tennis court, and softball field. Access controlled buildings with 24 hour maintenance service. Laundry facilities on each floor of the building. Water, sewer and garbage included. $825 security deposit and a $50 per adult application fee. No pets. We are a Crime Free community. We check criminal background, credit history, present and previous landlord references, and verify employment. Availability, prices, and specials are subject to change without notice. Please review our rental requirements at www babinskiproperties com Contact Babinski Properties. Office hours: Mon-Fri 8am-7pm. Saturday 10am-3pm. Closed Sundays. Images are examples only.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Sands is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Sands has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Sands
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Sands offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
The Sands stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Sands is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Sands does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

The Sands is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 44 restaurants within 1 mile of this property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Sands compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 326 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Sioux Falls

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 22% lower than 1-bedrooms in Sioux Falls.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Sands to be 24% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Sioux Falls.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
Sioux Falls
A table of studio rental data trends in Sioux Falls
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$808
December 2023$820
January 2024$825
February 2024$825
March 2024$848
April 2024$943
May 2024$1,039
June 2024$1,072
July 2024$892
August 2024$1,056
September 2024$1,117
October 2024$1,040
November 2024$944
December 2024$875
January 2025$880
February 2025$894
March 2025$887
April 2025$953
May 2025$833
June 2025$827
July 2025$851
August 2025$850
September 2025$850
October 2025$850

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Can I afford to live at 101 N Holly Ave?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$27,900/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $27,900 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $697.
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Schools near The Sands

Garfield Elementary School

705 s roberts dr

sioux falls, SD, 57104

PK, K-5Public
B-

Elementary Immersion Center

2511 w brookings st

sioux falls, SD, 57104

K-5Public
C+

All City Elementary School

2511 w brookings st

sioux falls, SD, 57104

K-5Public
A-

Summit Oaks-Residential

621 e presentation ave

sioux falls, SD, 57104

K-12Public

Bridges at Horace Mann Elementary School

1401 e 26th st

sioux falls, SD, 57105

K-5Public
C+
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Sioux Falls near 101 N Holly Ave

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 101 N Holly Ave, Sioux Falls

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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