Prior to starting Knickerbocker Real Estate, Ashlee worked as a freight broker. In this role, negotiating became one of her best skills. She was able to not only successfully negotiate for her clients initially, but to also solve the various problems that arise when moving freight across the country. Originally from Norwalk, Ashlee graduated with a business degree from the University of Northern Iowa. She is currently a part of the Norwalk Chamber of Commerce.
Kyle previously worked in land acquisition, where he bought easements for many cities in Central Iowa. Because of this experience, Kyle is extremely knowledgeable with the home-building process and buying and selling land. He graduated from Graceland University with Economics and Business Administration degrees. Ashlee and Kyle married in September 2019.
Ashlee started Knickerbocker Real Estate in 2017 to help people find their dream homes. With a passion for real estate and a thorough understanding of the Des Moines real estate market, she uses her honed negotiation and problem-solving skills to make sure Central Iowans receive the best price for homes throughout the Des Moines area.
To better serve a growing client base, Ashlee’s husband Kyle joined Knickerbocker Real Estate in 2019. Together, their passion and hard work provides a seamless buying or selling experience from start to finish.
Jill assists the Knickerbocker Team with client communications and support. She has worked as an administrative assistant for several years and loves to help serve clients! She is responsible for guiding you through the administrative details of your transactions, making sure no ball is dropped. Her love of client services and satisfaction provides you with the reliable communication you come to expect with our team! In her free time she enjoys time in nature with her camera, traveling with her husband and spending time with her dog, Winter.
Maggie grew up in Iowa City surrounded by the real estate business. Her family owned/managed both residential & commercial properties. She spent much of her childhood listening, watching, and participating in all aspects of Real estate.
In 1990 at the ripe old age of 8 Maggie started filing documents at the real estate office, where her mom worked. By the age of 10 she moved to the phones because her gift of talking was not being utilized back in the filing room. Maggie continued to work there on and off through high school and college in different capacities.
In 2005 she moved to Des Moines where she went to cosmetology school. Shortly after she graduated and opened her own salon and continued this path for 15 years.
In 2016 Maggie stopped doing hair because her youngest baby was born. At the time she had 3 kids under 3 that needed her full attention. After a few years of strictly staying home and raising kids, she decided to get back in real estate business and got her license in 2018.
Maggie's first year in real estate she won rookie of the year and in 2022 I was nominated & recognize for the 40 under 40 award.
Most recently she has joined the Knickerbocker Real estate team. She is excited to join such an outstanding group who share the same values and customer service focus and she does. My desire to problem solve, help buyers and sellers through this extremely important decision is just a few of the many reasons I absolutely love this industry.Are you interested in flipping houses? Maggie is a wealth of information because she has flipped many homes in her career. She has made it her mission to help as many people as possible that are interested in flipping homes.
Aly is a dedicated wife and mom, she understands the importance of finding the perfect home for every family. Balancing family life with a passion for real estate, she strives to help clients find not just a house, but a place where memories are made and dreams are realized. With a strong commitment to honesty, integrity, and personalized service, she offers expert guidance every step of the way! Whether you’re buying, selling, or just exploring your options she would love to help you! Let Aly help you find the home that fits your lifestyle and brings your vision to life!
Felicia is a dedicated real estate professional, she is committed to helping you navigate the ever-changing market and achieve your property goals. With 3 years of experience in the real estate industry, she specializes in residential/first-time home buyers offering expert advice and personalized service throughout every step of the buying or selling process.
Her client-first approach means she takes the time to truly understand your needs, whether you're searching for your dream home or selling your property for the best possible price. I provide clear communication, exceptional negotiation skills, and a deep knowledge of the local market to ensure a smooth and successful experience.
When She is not working with clients, she enjoys traveling with her family, baseball games and Hawkeye football which helps her maintain a well-rounded and balanced lifestyle. She is always just a call or email away to help you with all your real estate needs.
Let’s work together to make your real estate goals a reality!
Our philosophy is simple: clients come first. We pledge to be in constant communication with our clients, keeping them fully informed throughout the entire buying or selling process. We believe that if you’re not left with an amazing experience, we haven’t done our job. We don’t measure success through achievements or awards, but through the satisfaction of our clients.
