Michele Nyheim
REALTOR® · RE/MAX Concepts
Michele Nyheim · REALTOR® · RE/MAX Concepts
Home is where your story begins.
Buy or sell in Central Iowa with 20+ years of experience, straight answers, and guidance through every stage of the transaction.
20+ years in real estate · Experience in lending, closing, coordination, and negotiation
Altoona · Pleasant Hill · Ankeny · Bondurant · Des Moines Metro
“Trust. Integrity. Knowledge. Experience. Strength. Resolve. These are only a few of the admirable qualities you will find when you partner with Michele.”
“She is very patient and thorough, and answered all my questions. Hands down the one you need to use.”
Michele Nyheim
Real estate is about far more than showing homes and writing offers. With experience in lending, transaction coordination, closings, and negotiation, I understand the moving parts behind every transaction—and what it takes to keep them on track.
From our first conversation through closing day, you can count on clear communication, proactive guidance, fewer surprises, and a knowledgeable advocate working in your best interests.
- Experience beyond the listing. Lending, closing, coordination, and problem-solving — 20+ years of it, on your side of the table.
- Strategic guidance. From first showing to final signature, you know the next move and why it matters.
- Central Iowa expertise. Based in Altoona and serving Pleasant Hill, Ankeny, Bondurant, Des Moines, and communities throughout the metro and surrounding areas.
- Notary services available. As an Iowa Notary Public, Michele can also assist with general notarial needs.
What is your home worth today?
A real number, not a guess. Send me your address and I’ll put together a valuation — with the comparable sales and the reasoning behind it.
Selected listings
Ready to make your move?
Buying, selling, or still deciding—get experienced Central Iowa guidance for the next step that is right for you.
Work With MicheleExperience changes everything.
20+ years in and around Central Iowa real estate — mortgage, transaction coordination, closings, and now representing buyers and sellers directly.
“Trust. Integrity. Knowledge. Experience. Strength. Resolve. These are only a few of the admirable qualities that you will find when you partner with Michele for your real estate needs.”
in my own words
Born and raised in Altoona
I am a proud native of Iowa, born and raised in Altoona, where I still reside today. After spending seven years in Winterset, I realized how much I missed Altoona and returned to raise my daughter in the community I love. My family and I cherish our time together, especially at our lake house, where we create lasting memories.
Experience beyond the listing
With 20+ years in the real estate industry, I bring a comprehensive understanding of the home-buying and selling process — because I have worked nearly every part of a transaction:
- Mortgage Loan Officer
- Processor
- Transaction Coordinator
- Closer
- Short Sale Coordinator
- Notary in the State of Iowa
- REALTOR® representing buyers and sellers
Having been on every side of a deal, I take pride in offering exceptional service and making sure my clients feel confident and comfortable throughout the process.
Why it matters to me
I understand that buying or selling a home is one of the most significant investments in life, and my goal is to make it as seamless and enjoyable as possible. Whether it’s handing sellers their proceeds check or giving buyers the keys to their dream home, those moments of joy and accomplishment are what drive my passion for real estate. I am here to help in any way I can to make your real estate journey a success.
Understand financing, pre-approval, and what can affect a loan.
Keep paperwork, deadlines, and communication organized.
Anticipate last-minute details and help prevent surprises.
Protect your interests when buying or selling in Central Iowa.
“This is an amazing realtor. She is very patient and thorough. Michele answered all my questions. Need an agent this is hands down the one you need to use. Thanks Michele. You’re the best!”
“Michele was great to work with! Kept us up to date through every process of the sale. She explained in detail all the costs and the final proceeds so there were no surprises.”
“Michele was an absolute angel throughout the whole process of selling my home. She made things easy to understand and was always there to answer any question I had. She advocated for me and was beyond great to work with. I will continue recommending her.”
Send me a message
Tell me where you are in the process and how I can help. I read every message myself and will get back to you personally.
From first showing to final signature
Guidance informed by years on the lending side, so you know what to ask your lender and what to expect before you start shopping.
Neighborhoods and streets that fit how you live, not just what your filters allow.
What the photos don’t show — and what could matter to you years from now.
Price, terms, and the leverage that has nothing to do with price.
Inspection, appraisal, title — backed by 20+ years of knowing what can stall a transaction.
Get new listings before the weekend crowd
Request personalized listing alerts, and I’ll follow up with homes that fit your search.
Questions buyers actually ask
Less than many buyers assume. The amount depends on your loan program, and your lender can walk you through the options before you start shopping.
It depends on the agreement and the transaction. I’ll explain how buyer-agent compensation works in Iowa before you sign anything.
Usually not. There are other ways to make an offer competitive without giving up important protections.
Priced right. Presented properly. Negotiated hard.
Selling is a sequence of decisions. I have been making them for 20+ years.
Preparation
A walkthrough and a punch list. What pays you back before listing, and what is a waste of a weekend.
Marketing
Editorial photography, honest copy, and full reach through the MLS and the RE/MAX network.
Pricing
Comparables read street by street. Priced to draw offers, not to sit and get stale.
Negotiation
Inspection asks, appraisal gaps, financing wobbles. All of it handled, most of it before you hear about it.
Recently sold
Request a listing consultation
Tell me about your home and your timeline. I’ll come prepared with comparable sales, a pricing strategy, and a plan to get it sold.
Explore the Area
Neighborhoods, market notes, and the details you only learn from 20+ years of showings — Altoona, Pleasant Hill, Ankeny, Bondurant, and the Des Moines metro.
A welcoming, growing community with established neighborhoods, newer developments, parks, shopping, and entertainment close to home.
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A relaxed community offering established neighborhoods, newer homes, parks, trails, and convenient access to the Des Moines metro.
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A thriving community with a wide range of neighborhoods, trails, shopping, dining, recreation, and convenient metro access.
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A close-knit, growing community combining small-town character with newer neighborhoods, parks, trails, and quick access to the metro.
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Tell me where you are in the process. I will tell you what I would do next.
3880 Prairie Fire NW
Altoona, IA 50009
Search Central Iowa homes
A full MLS map search with filters and saved-search alerts will be available at launch. In the meantime, tell me what you’re looking for — I’ll send listings that match and let you know the moment new ones come on the market.