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Albertville, MNAnnandale, MNAnoka, MNBuffalo, MNChamplin, MNChanhassen, MNChaska, MNClear Lake, MNClearwater, MNDayton, MNEden Prairie, MNElk River, MNExcelsior, MNHanover, MNKimball, MNLong Lake, MNMaple Grove, MNMaple Lake, MNMaple Plain, MNMinnetonka Beach, MNMinnetonka, MNMonticello, MNNorwood Young America, MNOsseo, MNRogers, MNSaint Michael, MNSouth Haven, MNVictoria, MNWatertown, MNWaverly, MNWayzata, MN
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About Stephanie Schmitz
Stephanie Schmitz is a top-ranked real estate agent in Monticello and Wright County, Minnesota. She is the founder of Birch Hill Properties, a real estate team specializing in residential homes, acreage, hobby farms, and country living throughout central Minnesota. With over 10 years of experience helping buyers and sellers, Stephanie has been recognized among the Top 500 Realtors in Minnesota for her results, market knowledge, and client advocacy. Stephanie's expertise covers Monticello, St. Michael, Albertville, Buffalo, and the greater Wright County area, where she provides full-service real estate marketing, including pre-listing preparation, staging advice, and digital exposure for rural and suburban properties. Her deep local roots and hands-on approach make her a trusted advisor for families, first-time buyers, move-up sellers, and landowners alike. As both a Realtor and a hobby farm owner, Stephanie brings authentic insight into horse properties, small farms, and acreage transactions, helping clients navigate zoning, easements, and land valuation. She also mentors new agents and supports her community through youth sports sponsorships and local events. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, approachable real estate professional in Monticello, Wright County, or the surrounding Minnesota area, Stephanie Schmitz of Birch Hill Properties is a proven choice.
OTHER LANGUAGES
English
Community Involvement
I believe being a local Realtor means giving back to the community--not simply selling homes in it. Through Birch Hill Properties, I contribute by sponsoring local youth sports, supporting schools and community organizations, promoting locally owned businesses, and helping connect residents with events and resources throughout Monticello and the surrounding Wright County area. I also created Close + Contribute, a program that allows my clients to choose a local school, business, or community organization to receive support after their closing. Whether I'm providing sponsorships, donating, volunteering, or using my platform to spotlight the people and businesses that make our area special, I'm committed to keeping my support local. This community has supported my family and my business, and giving back is one of the most meaningful ways I can return that support.
HOBBIES/INTEREST
Riding Horses, Homesteading, Hunting & spending time with Family
FAMILY
My family is at the heart of everything I do. My husband, Ryan, and I are raising our two children, McKinley and Carter, on our hobby farm in the Monticello area. Our home life is busy, a little chaotic, and filled with horses, cows, chickens, ducks, dogs, and plenty of outdoor adventures. When I'm not helping clients, you'll usually find me spending time with my family, working around the farm, cheering on my kids at their activities, riding horses, golfing, hunting, or enjoying Minnesota lake days. Living the country lifestyle has given me a genuine understanding of what makes a property feel like home--whether that means room for animals, space for kids to explore, or simply a place where a family can put down roots. For me, home is more than a house. It's where real life happens, memories are made, and the people and animals you love come together.
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Credentials
LICENSE
Real Estate - Minnesota - # 40455149
Specialties
- Buyer's Agent
- Cabins
- Farm & Ranch Properties
- First Time Home Buyers
- Investment Properties
- Lakefront Properties
- Land & Lots
- Listing Agent
- New Construction
- Staging & Home Preparation
Awards
2026
TOP AGENT
Hanover, MN
2026
TOP AGENT
Saint Michael, MN
2026
TOP AGENT
Monticello, MN
FAQ
Always get a pre-approval first! This sets the tone for your transaction. It helps the buyer understand their budget, their needs and wants and helps understand the market. Also, when choosing your agent choose the one that you feel the most trust and communicate the best with.
Staging and preparation matter! Work with and agent that can walk you through the process and is willing to put in the extra effort to make your home looks its best. Pricing will also be a key to your success as a seller. Price is right from the start. Homes that sit for 7-14 days will have a harder time selling.
I have worked with buyers of all ages and types. First time home buyers, move up buyers, villa buyers. All of these include new construction, acreage and bare land, farm and hobby farms, residential and commercial.
One recent transaction I’m especially fond of was helping a local family purchase their forever home in Monticello, Minnesota. They had been watching the Wright County real estate market for months and weren’t sure when the “right time” would be. We reviewed current Minnesota market trends, comparable sales, and inventory levels so they could make a confident and informed decision.
When the right home hit the market, we moved quickly with a strategic offer and strong negotiation plan. In a competitive environment, preparation matters — and because we were ready, they secured the home with favorable terms. From contract to closing, we stayed ahead of inspections, timelines, and communication to ensure a smooth process.
Seeing them get the keys to a home that truly fit their family’s future is exactly why I love serving buyers across Monticello and Wright County. Real estate isn’t just about transactions — it’s about helping people make smart, confident moves in the Minnesota market.
I got started in real estate over 10 years ago because I’ve always been drawn to homes, land, and the idea of helping families build something meaningful. Living and working in Monticello and throughout Wright County, Minnesota, I saw firsthand how important it is to have a knowledgeable, honest Realtor guiding you through one of the biggest financial decisions of your life.
What began as an interest quickly became a passion for strategy, negotiation, and helping buyers and sellers navigate the Minnesota real estate market with confidence. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of being part of hundreds of transactions — from first-time home buyers to acreage properties and forever homes.
Real estate isn’t just about buying or selling a house to me. It’s about protecting people’s investments, advocating for them during negotiations, and helping them make smart moves in the Wright County and greater Minnesota market.
Yes — over the past 10+ years in Minnesota real estate, I’ve invested heavily in continuing education, contract training, negotiation strategy, and market analysis to better serve my clients. Real estate in Monticello, Wright County, and the greater Minnesota market is constantly evolving, so staying sharp on contract law, inspection negotiations, pricing strategy, and financing trends is critical.
Beyond required licensing education, I focus on advanced negotiation skills, local market data analysis, and strategic pricing so my buyers and sellers are protected and positioned to win. Experience matters, but refined strategy matters even more — especially in competitive or shifting markets.
My clients benefit from both hands-on transaction experience and ongoing professional development that keeps me ahead of changes in the Minnesota real estate landscape.
Contact Information
Location
731 Broadway Street EastMonticello, MN, 55362
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