Marissa Gilyard is a licensed real estate agent based in a small fishing town in North-Central South Dakota, with prior experience in the competitive Florida market. Known for her approachability and attention to detail, Marissa believes that informed decisions create lasting confidence.

Her background in marketing, business operations, and real estate equips her to bring creative solutions and high-level support to every client interaction. Marissa is proud to be part of the specialized team at American Legacy Land Co., where strong Midwestern values and a collaborative approach are at the heart of every transaction.

Having previously worked on a top-performing real estate team, she understands firsthand the power of a well-connected, well-rounded, and service-driven group. She knows that delivering the best results for clients takes seamless teamwork, shared knowledge, and a unified commitment to service — and that’s exactly the environment she thrives in. 

Her passion for real estate is rooted in a genuine desire to help people through life’s meaningful transitions. Raised in a multi-generational grain operations family, Marissa and her family relocated often between South Dakota and Minnesota as her father advanced in his career. This gives her a personal understanding that every move — and every sale — is a milestone, each with its own meaning. 

Outside of real estate, you’ll likely find her fishing for walleye, rollerblading, enjoying the outdoors, or supporting small-town communities through volunteer and consulting work. After a decade of Florida life, she now cherishes time with her Midwest family and enjoys visiting her Florida family when she can. She’s also honored to work alongside her father, a respected grain operations consultant serving clients and co-ops across South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska.