Classic Landmark Home with Tall Ceilings, Built-ins & Hardwood Floors

Don’t miss this beautiful historic home located on North University in Vermillion, SD, just steps away from the University of South Dakota (USD) campus. Loved and meticulously maintained over the decades, this landmark property offers timeless Folk Victorian architecture paired with expansive, flexible living spaces.

Property Overview & Quick Facts

Originally built in 1917 and formerly known as the Theta Xi sorority house, this historic Folk Victorian home combines character-rich period details with vital infrastructure upgrades.

Property ID	915006
Architectural Style	Folk Victorian
Year Built	1917
Square Footage	3,006 sq. ft.
Bedrooms	4 Bedrooms (Plus Finished Attic)
Bathrooms	2 Full Bathrooms
Lot Size	0.22 Acres
Location	North University, Vermillion, SD (Near USD Campus)

Timeless Architectural Features

Stepping inside feels like entering a classic movie setting. The home retains its original charm through beautiful hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, and original built-in woodwork that offer both aesthetic warmth and practical storage.

Original Hardwood Flooring: Warm wood tones running through the main living quarters.
Tall Ceiling Heights: Creating an open, airy ambience throughout the home.
Custom Built-ins: Classic cabinetry and shelving elements preserved from the early 20th century.
Inviting Front Porch: A grand porch perfect for hosting guests or relaxing outdoors.

Spacious living room with original hardwood floors and tall ceilings — The main level features high ceilings, natural sunlight, and original wood flooring.

Versatile Layout Across Three Levels

Spanning over 3,000 square feet, the interior layout provides substantial room to adapt to any lifestyle or household size:

Main Floor

Includes an inviting foyer, expansive living and dining spaces, and a versatile room that can comfortably serve as a main-floor bedroom, guest room, or home office.

Second Level

Houses 3 spacious bedrooms with generous natural light and access to full bath facilities.

Historic bedroom with large windows and hardwood flooring — One of the spacious bedrooms located on the second floor.

Finished Attic Level

The top level features a fully finished attic space large enough to serve as a Primary Bedroom suite. Currently utilized as an entertainment rec room with a full-size pool table, it demonstrates the flexible potential of the home’s third tier.

Finished attic rec room with pool table in historic Vermillion home — The finished attic level, offering flexible space for a primary suite or recreational room.

Key Mechanical & Building Updates

While maintaining its historic 1917 charm, the home has benefited from essential infrastructure upgrades ensuring long-term efficiency and peace of mind:

Water Heater: Replaced in Summer 2026.
Roof: Full replacement completed in 2019.
Heating & Cooling: High-efficiency furnace and central A/C unit installed in 2010.

Landscaped 0.22 acre lot and backyard near USD campus — The 0.22-acre lot provides ample green space and outdoor utility.

Summary & Investment Potential

Whether utilized as a spacious family residence or preserved as an iconic piece of local Vermillion history near the University of South Dakota, 125 N University St stands out as an exceptional example of Folk Victorian craftsmanship.

Source & Property Listing: Circa Old Houses – Classic Landmark Home