So although Custer was the state's fastest growing county a decade or so ago, the pace has slowed since then. Custer New subdivisions are appearing in Custer, such as Weaver subdivision, which accepts double-wide mobile homes on a foundation as well as frame houses. But midpriced homes are in short supply in Custer. So are rentals, which makes it hard for college kids who work in the parks, restaurants and gift shops to find summer lodging. Then again, many who are looking in this area want a lot in a subdivision so they can build a house.
Rentals tend to be small and quite scarce.
Each area of the Hills has its own publication available for free from real estate agencies and, in some cases, selected newspapers, information centers and businesses. The monthly Home Journal comes out in a Saturday edition of the Rapid City Journal around the middle of the month. Black Hills Real Estate Review is published 10 times a year and contains information about Northern Hills properties. Southern Black Hills Real Estate Review is published 10 times a year and includes listings for Hill City as well as Custer and Hot Springs.