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The Rise of Short Term Rentals

How some Black Hills communities are adapting to the rise of short-term rentals like Airbnb.

Aired 03/27/2025

South Dakota Focus

The Rise of Short Term Rentals

Season 30 Episode 7 | 28m 22sVideo has Closed Captions

How some Black Hills communities are adapting to the rise of short-term rentals like Airbnb.

Short-term rentals like Airbnb and Vrbo have skyrocketed in popularity in recent years, with Rapid City seeing a 75% increase in listings in the last three years. Locals worry the service is too popular and may have unintended consequences for the housing market.

Aired 03/27/2025

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South Dakota Focus is a local public television program presented by SDPB

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South Dakota Focus

The Rise of Short Term Rentals

Season 30 Episode 7 | 28m 22sVideo has Closed Captions

Short-term rentals like Airbnb and Vrbo have skyrocketed in popularity in recent years, with Rapid City seeing a 75% increase in listings in the last three years. Locals worry the service is too popular and may have unintended consequences for the housing market.

Aired 03/27/2025

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