Melanee Stanbrough/Iowa Realty Homes For Heroes Agent

09/14/2026

🔥 NEW PRICE — $484,500! 🔥

🏡 LOOKING FOR A HOME WITH CHARACTER? THIS ONE HAS IT EVERYWHERE.

From the moment you step through the door, you’ll see craftsmanship and details you simply don’t find in today’s homes.

✨ Gorgeous original woodwork & hardwood floors
✨ Stunning stained-glass window
✨ Beautiful built-ins & architectural details
✨ Remodeled kitchen with granite & stainless appliances
✨ Original fireplace converted to convenient gas logs
✨ Charming 3-season room
✨ Finished attic creating a private primary retreat
✨ Fully fenced yard
✨ Original carriage house converted to a 3-car garage with storage loft

And look closely at those photos—the intricate door hardware, substantial wood trim, columns, built-ins and staircase are what make this home truly special. This isn’t reproduction character. It’s the real thing.

The home has been thoughtfully updated without stripping away the craftsmanship and personality that make it one of a kind.

💥 NOW $484,500 💥

If you’ve been waiting for something DIFFERENT from the ordinary, this deserves a look.

📲 Schedule your private showing and come experience the character in person!

09/08/2026

09/04/2026

🇺🇸 HEROES, THIS ONE IS FOR YOU! 🇺🇸

As a proud Homes for Heroes® Affiliate Realtor, I am honored to give back to those who serve our communities every day. If you’re a teacher, healthcare professional, firefighter/EMS worker, law enforcement officer, or active military, reserve, or veteran, you may qualify for substantial savings when buying or selling a home. homes for hero fact sheet.pdf

🏡 Buy or Sell a Home and receive a Hero Rewards® check after closing.
💰 Examples of rewards include:
• $250,000 home = approximately $1,750 back
• $500,000 home = approximately $3,500 back
• $750,000 home = approximately $5,250 back homes for hero fact sheet.pdf

✅ No hidden fees
✅ No complicated paperwork
✅ No catch

I’ve been helping buyers and sellers navigate the real estate market since 1993, and I’m passionate about helping our local heroes maximize their savings while achieving their real estate goals.

If you’re considering buying, selling, building new construction, or simply want to learn more about the program, I’d love to help.

📞 Melanee Stanbrough
📱 515-707-8300
📧 [email protected]
🌐 melstanbrough.iowarealty.com

Thank you for your service. Let me help you save money on your next move! ❤️🤍💙

Iowa Realty, Iowa s largest real estate company, has homes for sale in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City and surrounding areas For over 65 years, Iowa Realty has worked with buyers and sellers of houses, condos, patio homes, townhouses, multi family units and commercial real estate in Iowa

07/09/2026

Ready to buy a house? Ready to sell one? Using a Home’s for Heroes agent literally puts money back in your pocket!! PM me for details!

When buying or selling a home I can help put some extra money in your pocket! No red tape, just savings!

07/09/2026

🌲✨ Luxury Living in Sought-After Deer Creek! ✨🌲

This stunning contemporary estate offers 5,650+ sq. ft. of finished living space on nearly 1.5 acres backing to association timber for incredible privacy and year-round views.

🏡 Two primary suites, including a spectacular upper-level retreat with a soaking tub, tiled shower, and walk-in closets
🔥 3 fireplaces
🌳 Massive windows overlooking the timber
🍽️ Chef’s kitchen with custom solid walnut cabinetry, granite countertops, Sub-Zero refrigerator drawers, and Dacor appliances
🎨 Finished lower level with entertainment space, craft area, and more
🐾 Premium fenced canine turf area for your four-legged family members
🌞 Large deck, hardwood floors, built-ins, circle drive, and majestic stone entry

Every detail of this home blends contemporary design with warmth and comfort. If you’ve been waiting for a truly exceptional Deer Creek property, this is it.

📩 Message me for pricing, additional photos, or a private tour!

🏡✨

07/06/2026

🔥 JUST REDUCED $20,000! 🔥

NOW ONLY $559,900!

Have you been dreaming of owning an acreage without sacrificing convenience? This could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!

Just minutes north of Pella, this stunning home sits on 2.18 wooded acres in the highly sought-after Wildwood Development. Imagine starting your mornings with coffee in the sunroom, watching deer wander through the timber, and ending your evenings surrounded by peace and privacy.

Inside you’ll find:
✨ 4 Bedrooms | 3.5 Baths
✨ Soaring two-story windows with incredible timber views
✨ Beautifully remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops
✨ Main-floor primary suite with walk-in closet
✨ Loft and private upper-level suite perfect for guests or a home office
✨ Open floor plan designed for everyday living and entertaining

The updates are already done for you:
✔ New Roof & Gutters (2024)
✔ New Driveway
✔ New Deck
✔ New Carpet
✔ Fresh Interior Paint
✔ New Septic (2020)
✔ Fresh Landscaping

💲 Now priced at just $559,900 after a $20,000 price reduction!

Homes with this much privacy, this many updates, and this close to Pella don’t come along often.

📩 Message your today to schedule your private showing before someone else calls it home!

Melanee Stanbrough | Iowa Realty
📱 515-707-8300
📧 [email protected]

06/22/2026

🇺🇸 HEROES, THIS ONE IS FOR YOU! 🇺🇸

As a proud Homes for Heroes® Affiliate Realtor, I am honored to give back to those who serve our communities every day. If you’re a teacher, healthcare professional, firefighter/EMS worker, law enforcement officer, or active military, reserve, or veteran, you may qualify for substantial savings when buying or selling a home.

🏡 Buy or Sell a Home and receive a Hero Rewards® check after closing.
💰 Examples of rewards include:
• $250,000 home = approximately $1,750 back
• $500,000 home = approximately $3,500 back
• $750,000 home = approximately $5,250 back

✅ No hidden fees
✅ No complicated paperwork
✅ No catch

I’ve been helping buyers and sellers navigate the real estate market since 1993, and I’m passionate about helping our local heroes maximize their savings while achieving their real estate goals.

If you’re considering buying, selling, building new construction, or simply want to learn more about the program, I’d love to help.

📞 Melanee Stanbrough
📱 515-707-8300
📧 [email protected]
🌐 melstanbrough.iowarealty.com

Thank you for your service. Let me help you save money on your next move! ❤️🤍💙

Iowa Realty, Iowa s largest real estate company, has homes for sale in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City and surrounding areas For over 65 years, Iowa Realty has worked with buyers and sellers of houses, condos, patio homes, townhouses, multi family units and commercial real estate in Iowa

06/19/2026

✨ $ BELOW APPRAISAL | A True Drake Area Treasure ✨

This stunning all-brick historic home blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates — and it’s currently priced WAY below its August 2025 appraisal, making this a rare value in today’s market. PRICED AT $515,000

From the moment you step inside, you’ll feel the difference. The original woodwork and craftsmanship were once described as “far surpassing any of the houses remodeled or flipped nearby” — and it shows. This is a home for those who appreciate authentic quality over painted-over trends.

Gleaming hardwood floors, Edison-style light fixtures, and a breathtaking stained-glass window celebrate the home’s old-world charm, while a beautifully remodeled kitchen brings in modern functionality without sacrificing its soul.

The finished attic creates a dreamy private retreat — perfect as a primary suite, teen hangout, or creative space. A cozy 3-season room leads to the fully fenced backyard, and the original carriage house has been converted into a 3-car garage with loft storage. Even the fireplace has been updated with gas logs while preserving its historic presence.

Located in a diverse, welcoming neighborhood near Drake University, this home has never been flipped — only lovingly preserved. It has truly stood the test of time, offering something you simply can’t recreate: genuine craftsmanship, warmth, and character.

06/03/2026

MONEY BACK TO YOU IF YOUR A HERO ! ARE YOU A FIREFIGHTER, LAW ENFORCEMENT, MILITARY, MEDICAL OR A TEACHER? THEN I’M YOUR REALTOR! CONTACT ME FOR MORE DETAILS TODAY!!

When buying or selling a home I can help put some extra money in your pocket! No red tape, just savings!

06/01/2026

This fantastic teacher and her husband bought their first home today and will receive a check because of the Homes for Heroes program!!
Are you a Hero? Teachers,Firefighters,Police,Military and Medical Professionals! Let’s put some extra money back into your pocket!! Thanks also the our Homes for Heroes Lender partner James Bakkie with Community Choice Crefit Union!!