Chariton is a community of 4600 people located at the intersection of U.S. Hwy 34 &  State Hwy.14 in South Central Iowa. Chariton is the county seat of Lucas County. We are less than 30 minutes to I-35 and less than 60 minutes to Des Moines - Iowa's capital. The quality of life is attracting a growing number of people back to Iowa and Lucas Co. to enjoy the rural experience.

Chariton, Iowa "A place we call home" is much more than a slogan. To those of us who live in Iowa and in Chariton particular, it is the secure knowledge that this is where we want to be. We live at a slower pace. We breathe clean air and drink clean water. We have a milder four-season climate and some of the finest scenery in Iowa is located here. Our children are educated in schools that are not overcrowded or violence prone. We have a community college here and are within commuter distance to a college or university. 

We live and work among friends, not strangers. A lot of our living is done outdoors. The ponds, streams, lakes and park areas are a vital part of why we live here. If you are tired of concrete and stoplights, you must experience the natural wonders of our area for yourself. See how much room we have for living and growing. Come and be a part of us!

My farm background has contributed to my strong work ethic allowing expertise in sales and service as Broker and Owner of Iowa Realty in Chariton. Wheather you are looking for a large ranch home, small bungalow, cattle ranch, commercial venture or a simple lot to build your dream home on, I'll go to work and work unitl we find you the perfect property. When you have property on the market, our broad exposure will enable me to get you top market dollar. We will assit you in 1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges. I have 12 Realtors here in my office to give you the service you deserve in the buying or selling of real estate.

We are all Realtors- members of the Rathbun Board of Realtors, The Iowa Association of Realtors and National Assoication of Realtors.

I am dedicated to service in our area, currently I am active as:

  Lucas County Health Center Board Trustee, serving as Secretary.

  Lucas County Farm Bureau Board of Directors, serving on membership and public relations committees as well as Ag appreciation, annual meeting and County Fair committee. I served as President for 4 years (first woman) and voting delegate to the state for 5 years.

  South Central Iowa Community Foundation as Chair of the Lucas Co. Board and V.P. of the 5 County Executive Board.

  Active Rotary member, membership chair and President-elect.

  Chariton Chamber of Commerce Betterment Committee.

  Serve on South Central Mutual Insurance Board of Directors.

  Every year I sponser the Pheasants Forever, Ducks Unlimited and Wild Turkey Federation and am an Associate Member of Lucas County Cattlemans Association.

Contact me- I'll go to work for you too.