Military relocation to Ellsworth AFB and the Black Hills
Whether you're PCSing to Ellsworth AFB or just exploring a move to the Black Hills, I'm here to make it simple. I'm a certified Military Relocation Professional (MRP), a Black Hills native, and a full-time REALTOR with Ascend Realty, a locally owned, veteran-owned brokerage where every agent is MRP certified. From VA loan know-how to video tours and remote closings, I've got your six.
Buying with PCS orders
How a remote purchase works, from pre-approval and video tours to closing before you report.
Selling during a PCS
Selling or renting your home when orders come, including prep you can pay for at closing.
Where to live near Ellsworth
Box Elder, Rapid City, Rapid Valley, Summerset, Black Hawk, and Piedmont, with drive times to the gate.
VA loan lenders
Local loan officers who have closed VA loans for my clients, and what to ask any lender.
Guides for the move
- Ellsworth AFB Off-Base Housing in 2026: Box Elder, Rapid City, or the Piedmont Corridor
- PCS to Ellsworth AFB: A Military Home Buying Guide
- The Ellsworth AFB PCS Timeline, Month by Month
- South Dakota Property Taxes, Explained for Black Hills Buyers
- Wells and Water Systems in the Black Hills: What Buyers Need to Know
- Septic Systems 101: What First-Time Rural Buyers in the Black Hills Need to Know
About Henry
Before real estate I spent seven years as a transport officer with the Pennington County Sheriff's Office, ran a full-time photography business for over a decade, and served five years as a reserve police officer with the Sturgis Police Department. During the photography years I shot hundreds of military homecomings, always free of charge. That's where my respect for what military families carry comes from. I live in Summerset with my family.
Designations: MRP, ABR, SRS, CRS, SFR, CLHMS.
What clients say
"Henry knew exactly what we needed as a military family relocating to Rapid City. He worked around our crazy PCS schedule and helped us buy our home sight unseen. He was honest, responsive, and really knew the area. Couldn't have asked for more."
"Henry went above and beyond to help us sell our home quickly after we received PCS orders. We were nervous about handling the sale remotely, but he made everything so smooth and communicated every step. Highly recommend to any military family relocating from Ellsworth!"
Common questions
- Do I need to be in South Dakota to buy a home at Ellsworth?
- No. I do video tours, you can sign remotely, and I handle the local steps like inspections, appraisal access, and the walkthrough on your behalf.
- Does Henry work with VA loans?
- Yes. I work with local VA-approved lenders on VA purchases all the time. I'm not a lender myself, so the loan itself goes through them.
- How far is Ellsworth AFB from Rapid City?
- About 10 miles east of downtown Rapid City on I-90. Box Elder sits right at the gate.
- Which towns do military families usually look at?
- Box Elder, Rapid City, Rapid Valley, Summerset, Black Hawk, and Piedmont. The right one depends on your commute and budget, and I'll walk through each with you.
Talk it through with me
Call or text 605-490-2040, or send me a message.
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