Elise Skellenger, Realtor

06/01/2026

Happy Pride Month from RRC! This June, we celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and recognize the diverse voices, experiences and contributions that help strengthen our industry and communities. Let's continue building a culture of belonging, respect and opportunity for all. 🌈✨

05/29/2026

Elise Skellenger, local real estate broker associate, has been awarded the Certified Residential Specialist Designation

Decorah, May 29th, 2026 – Elise Skellenger, of Decorah, Iowa, has been awarded the prestigious Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Designation by the Residential Real Estate Council, a not-for-profit affiliate of the National Association of REALTORS®.

REALTORS® who receive the CRS Designation have completed advanced professional training and demonstrated outstanding professional achievement in residential real estate. Only 22,000 REALTORS® nationwide have earned the credential.

Home buyers and sellers can be assured that CRS Designees subscribe to the strict REALTOR® code of ethics, have been trained to use the latest tactics and technologies, and are specialists in helping clients maximize profits and minimize costs when buying or selling a home.

Elise Skellenger is a Broker Associate with Harman Realty. She is a member of the Northeast Iowa Regional Board of Realtors. Elise is also the Chapter Coordinator of Project Linus - NE Iowa, and a member of the Luther College Women’s Club. She serves on the board for Friends of the Decorah Public Library and is the Creative Director of the Oneota Film Festival.

“I strive to be a lifelong learner and I understand that the real estate market is always changing. It is important to me that I stay abreast of these changes and how they impact my clients so I can advocate for their best interests. The training that CRS offers has been integral to my growth as a real estate agent and I’m so grateful for the educational opportunities they continue to provide,” said Elise Skellenger.

05/27/2026

New Listing! Want to schedule your private showing? Call/text me!
🎀 (563) 380-1388

05/18/2026

Happy closing day to my awesome buyers who were so patient through this process in waiting for the RIGHT property for them! Congratulations!!!

Congratulations to both buyers and sellers of 302 Mound St, Decorah! We appreciate you choosing Harman Realty!

05/07/2026

Summer is almost here and this year you are going to enjoy it to the fullest! No more looking for the right property - 313 Day Street is ready for you to move right in and start making memories! The main floor features a cozy living room, full dining room, bright kitchen, and full bath with an updated laundry room. All four bedrooms are upstairs, so your entertaining space can be kept separate from your living space. And speaking of entertaining - You'll be catching fireflies with your friends in the private, fenced-in back yard and sipping our favorite ice-cold beverage in the hot tub all summer long! The current owners also added solar panels to the garage so you can keep your utility bills nice and low. Summer is calling - get yourself ready by calling Elise today to set up your private showing of this charming home!
🎀(563) 380-1388

313 Day Street, Decorah
-$299,900

https://www.harman2020.com/property/residential/NBR354-NBR20261922/313-day-st-decorah-ia-52101

04/30/2026

Real Estate Agents/Brokers have to renew their real estate license every 3 years, which means I’m up for renewal this December. I am not one to save my 36 hrs of continuing education until the last minute. I chip away at it for three years and with my 8 hour law update now behind me - I’m completely done with all my hours!

Big or small - I’d love to hear: Comment with something you didn’t procrastinate on lately?

04/23/2026

What a beautiful planet we call home! 💚💙🏡

Did you know there is a website where you can spell your name out in aerial landscape photos? Too cool!

https://science.nasa.gov/specials/your-name-in-landsat/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRXWD1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETExb3M3WDNpMHY0MDg5TWRlc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqZCHF43s6tPY5GN0yiiAPZkGGWrG3ae0rz6nVbov2bRO3vTDRYuSBNE36N6_aem_uSaVpFLnmRfVDgBpi-pRSQ

12/16/2025

Help Shape the Future of Housing in Decorah! Take the survey - it is quick and painless.

We are working to collect information from residents about community housing needs for Decorah. The responses from this survey will shape future housing projects. Winneshiek County Development and Tourism recently received a grant for planning assistance to develop a "dense-style housing" site plan,...

12/08/2025

The paint brushes, red and green paint, and mass quantities of cardboard are out! It’s lighted holiday parade week in Decorah! Come check out our float on Friday! 6pm! 💚❤️💚❤️

12/02/2025

Decorah’s Annual Countdown to Christmas is back! Friday, November 28th through Wednesday, December 24th.

For each $25 spent at participating retailers, receive an entry in to the Countdown to Christmas drawing for a chance to win a Gift Bag filled with local merch and gift cards. Winners are selected each Friday (December 5th, 12th, 19th, and on Wednesday the 24th). Must be 18 to enter and win. Maximum of 10 slips per transaction.

Winners are called directly and announced on the Chamber’s page. Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce

This Buy Local Initiative is led by the chamber with support from Visit Decorah and 40+ amazing local businesses!

For more information visit: https://www.decorahareachamber.com/event/countdown-to-christmas-3/