REMAX Advantage · Rapid City, South Dakota
Your Black Hills Home Story Starts Here
Warm, honest, and genuinely invested in your next chapter. Emily Tupa helps her clients find homes and communities they love in Rapid City and across the beautiful Black Hills.
About me
Hi, I'm Emily!
I'm a Rapid City real estate agent who genuinely loves what she does, helping people find a place to belong in the Black Hills. Here are a few things that make me, me:
My event planning roots mean every detail is handled with care and delight
Moved to the beautiful Black Hills, SD in 2012
Licensed REALTOR® since 2016
Proud mom of 2 wonderful girls
Proud supporter of local arts including Black Hills Community Theater, Rapid City Public Library & more
Travel enthusiast and total bookworm
Why choose Emily?
Your Rapid City REMAX Advantage Agent
100s of Satisfied Clients
From first timers to seasoned buyers and sellers, Emily's warm approach and expert guidance have earned trust across the Black Hills community.
100% Inclusive for ALL
Deeply involved with Black Hills Pride, Emily believes every person deserves a welcoming, judgment-free home-buying experience. Inclusive community matters.
Free First-Time Homebuyer Consultation
Buying your first home? Emily offers a complimentary one-on-one consultation to walk you through every step. No pressure, just genuine help.
"CARE BEYOND CLOSING"
My philosophy
Help doesn't stop at the closing table.
Need a recommendation for the perfect date-night restaurant? Looking for a hidden gem in the Black Hills or a fun weekend adventure with the kids? I’ve got plenty of favorites to share. Tackling home projects after you move in? I also have a trusted list of local vendors I love and recommend.
Because I believe neighbors make a community, don’t be surprised when you receive invitations to my annual gatherings! Every summer I celebrate with a pool party (complete with fresh-spun cotton candy), and in the winter we warm up with a holiday party and a hot cocoa bar.
They’re some of my favorite traditions, and a fun way to stay connected long after closing day





Current listings
Homes for Sale in the Black Hills
Featured
$389,000
4217 Canyon Lake Dr
Rapid City, SD 57702
- 🛏 4 bd
- 🛁 3 ba
- 📐 2,180 sqft
New
$275,000
812 Mt Rushmore Rd
Rapid City, SD 57701
- 🛏 4 bd
- 🛁 3 ba
- 📐 1,540 sqft
Price Reduced
$449,500
23 Spearfish Canyon Rd
Spearfish, SD 57783
- 🛏 5 bd
- 🛁 3 ba
- 2,860 sqft
Just Listed
$319,000
9 Ponderosa Ln
Hermosa, SD 57744
- 🛏 4 bd
- 🛁 3 ba
- 📐 2,180 sqft
Serving Rapid City, Spearfish, Sturgis, Blackhawk, Rapid Valley, Box Elder, Hot Springs, Custer & Hermosa, SD
Client love
What Clients Are Saying
"It was pure pleasure working with Emily when I sold my home. She is warm, energetic and cheerful, and gave me sound advice which led to selling the home in just days. She is knowledgeable, patient, and was especially helpful to me when a last minute challenge arose. Hire Emily, and you'll have the best!! "
Helen Jo Kimery .via Zillow · Aguest 2026
"I was relocating from out of state and Emily made it feel effortless. She knew every neighborhood, answered texts at all hours, and found us the perfect Black Hills home. 10/10 would recommend to anyone moving to South Dakota. "
Marcus Rodriguez.via Google reviews · November 2023
"Emily is incredible at her job!! She was there for us for every step of the process and made our experience a memorable one. Emily truly cares for her clients and it shows in her excellent work. I absolutely recommend her for those looking to buy/sell a home."
user .via Zillow · July 2024
"Emily was absolutely great to work with. She was genuinely interested in our needs. She is very detailed oriented, extremely honest and has her pulse on the community and the real estate market. We highly recommend her as a real estate agent. "
Mary Ann Myers via Google reviews · February 2024
"Absolutely phenomenal experience working with Emily. She listened to our needs and concerns with selling our house and made sure they were a priority when searching for a buyer. Her attention to detail is unmatched and I would 100% trust in her again. I highly recommend giving her a call and letting her sell your house. Thank you so much, Emily!."
·Jason Maynard.via Google reviews · September 2023
"It was pure pleasure working with Emily when I sold my home. She is warm, energetic and cheerful, and gave me sound advice which led to selling the home in just days. She is knowledgeable, patient, and was especially helpful to me when a last minute challenge arose. Hire Emily, and you'll have the best!! "
Helen Jo Kimery .via Zillow · Aguest 2026
"I was relocating from out of state and Emily made it feel effortless. She knew every neighborhood, answered texts at all hours, and found us the perfect Black Hills home. 10/10 would recommend to anyone moving to South Dakota. "
Marcus Rodriguez.via Google reviews · November 2023
"Emily is incredible at her job!! She was there for us for every step of the process and made our experience a memorable one. Emily truly cares for her clients and it shows in her excellent work. I absolutely recommend her for those looking to buy/sell a home."
user .via Zillow · July 2024
"Emily was absolutely great to work with. She was genuinely interested in our needs. She is very detailed oriented, extremely honest and has her pulse on the community and the real estate market. We highly recommend her as a real estate agent. "
Mary Ann Myers via Google reviews · February 2024
"Absolutely phenomenal experience working with Emily. She listened to our needs and concerns with selling our house and made sure they were a priority when searching for a buyer. Her attention to detail is unmatched and I would 100% trust in her again. I highly recommend giving her a call and letting her sell your house. Thank you so much, Emily!."
·Jason Maynard.via Google reviews · September 2023
Where Emily works
Black Hills Real Estate, Your Way
📍 Rapid City, SD
📍 Spearfish, SD
📍 Sturgis, SD
📍 Rapid Valley, SD
📍 Box Elder, SD
📍 Hot Springs, SD
📍 Custer, SD
📍 Blackhawk, SD
📍 Hermosa, SD
Whether you’re searching for homes for sale in Rapid City, SD, moving to South Dakota, or exploring Black Hills real estate. Emily knows these communities inside and out.
Let's talk
Ready to Find Your Dream Home?
If you're a first-time homebuyer, looking to sell, or just curious about the Rapid City real estate market. Emily would love to hear from you. No pressure, just a friendly conversation.
