Michelle is quick-witted, honest, and an animal lover. When she’s not bringing home another pet, she enjoys time with family and friends. She appreciates a good book, loves live music, and likes to keep up on the latest trends – although she has an eye for vintage pieces. As her mother and mentor, Mary Lou Roberts, said, “I’m ready to roll up my sleeves and go to work for you!
If you check Michelle’s listings and don’t see anything, it’s because houses are selling fast. There will be more coming soon.
About Michelle
Michelle grew up in Lawrence, attended Lawrence schools, and graduated from KU with a degree in Crime and Delinquency. While still in high school and later in college, Michelle managed a 40-unit apartment complex. In fact, her exposure to property management and real estate has been life-long since her parents, Lewis and Mary Lou Roberts, were both in real estate. Michelle has vivid memories of tagging along, helping stage homes, and hearing them talk about “taking care of the customer.”
Michelle was employed with Douglas County Court Services for nearly 25 years. She served as the director of Volunteers in Court, as a Court Services Officer, and for the last 17 years, as the Chief Court Services Officer. She has also served on the Executive Board for the State of Kansas and various other boards, such as Domestic Violence and Mental Health. She was recognized as an Outstanding Employee for the court and awarded CSO of the Year by the State of Kansas. Years as a Supreme Court Certified Mediator honed her skills as a negotiator. Michelle is a problem-solver, always strives for excellence, and is known for thinking “outside the box.”
She considers her family her proudest accomplishment. She has been married to Danny Freeman since 1997, and their growing family includes a new granddaughter and two rescue pups. Her husband Danny, a Lawrence native, is also a realtor with Stephens Real Estate and was privileged to work side-by-side with her mother, Mary Lou, for many years.
Michelle is excited to carry on the family tradition of serving the Lawrence community. Whether you’re in the market to buy, sell, or you’re undecided, give Michelle a call. She’ll be happy to listen, advise, and get to work for you!
Michelle is a Ramsey Trusted Pro, an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR), and the 2020 Lawrence Board of Realtors Rising Star.
Volunteer & Community Involvement:
Member of the Lawrence Board of Realtors MLS & Rules Committee
Chairman of LBOR’s Professional Standards Committee
Experienced Mediator
Provided Emergency Foster care for “at-risk” youth for several years
Served as an advisory member on a Domestic Abuse Board
Volunteered at the Human Society with my daughters (until I brought home too many pets)
What clients say about Michelle
Caitlyn and I could not have chosen a better realtor. As first time home buyers our naivety gave us some drawbacks. Michelle made it easy! She’s SUPER easy to work with, informative, great at communicating, and straight forward. “Can’t” doesn’t exist in her vocabulary. She has the drive, determination, and connections to get it done. From my growing family and me…choose Michelle!
— AJ and Caitlyn M.
Michelle is top-notch! From the initial meeting to the closing, she listened to my needs, expectations, and concerns about selling my house. She was quick to answer inquiries and made sure that I felt comfortable with the process. Michelle and her team understand the market, which resulted in top dollar for my house sale. She’s great to work with!
— Jenni R
Organized, Expert, and Always There for You! We just wrapped up buying our new home with Michelle, and we can’t recommend her enough for anyone looking to buy or sell real estate! If you’re searching for an agent who is not only highly organized but also possesses unmatched expertise in the business, Michelle is absolutely who you need. From our first conversation, it was clear Michelle is an excellent listener and incredibly helpful at every turn. She handles absolutely everything, taking so much stress off your plate. This includes scheduling all the inspections, attending them in person, and then patiently explaining what all the reports mean. She’s a master at navigating requests and was right there with us, in person, at the closing table. Michelle truly is with you every step of the way, always available for questions and ready to offer sound advice. Her dedication and thoroughness made our home-buying journey incredibly smooth. You simply can’t go wrong choosing her as your real estate agent!
— Tom
