Allison Darbo Realty

05/08/2026

Shorewest - Menomonee Falls/Germantown Office is collecting much needed food and supplies for our local food pantries and we would love your help. There are a lot of local families in need that can directly benefit from your generous donation.

We are accepting drop-offs at our Germantown office until Thursday, May 14th.
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If you would like a personal pick-up of your donation, private message me! 🚗

Thank you for your support!

04/15/2026

🔺 80 years of serving our communities. 🔺

15 years as a Top Workplace, recognized by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Being part of Shorewest, REALTORS® means being surrounded by people who genuinely care—about each other, and about the clients we serve every day.

I’m really proud to be part of something with this kind of legacy and heart.

If you’ve been thinking about your next move, or just have questions about the market, I’m always here as a resource.

04/01/2026

Ⓘⓝⓣⓡⓞⓓⓤⓒⓘⓝⓖ ... a smarter way to visualize a home’s potential. ✨

Shorewest's new 'Restyling' tool uses AI technology to help you re-imagine a space instantly, so you can see beyond what is currently there and picture what it could become. Whether you are exploring a future home as a buyer or helping a listing stand out as a seller, this feature makes it easier to see possibilities in a more realistic, engaging way.

With just a few clicks, you can transform a room’s look and feel to better reflect different styles, layouts, and design ideas. It is a helpful way to spark creativity, support better decision-making, and make a property feel more approachable and appealing.

For buyers, Restyling can help you envision how a space might fit your lifestyle. For sellers, it can help your listing connect with more people by showing the home’s full potential.

Take a look at this property on my website and try the Restyling tool for yourself (although I'm not sure I would change much on this Mid Century gem: https://allisondarbo.shorewest.com/WI/Milwaukee/Bayside/8925-N-Maitland-Rd-Bayside-WI-53217/1955461-METRO

✨ 𝕊𝕖𝕖 𝕨𝕙𝕒𝕥 𝕪𝕠𝕦𝕣 𝕤𝕡𝕒𝕔𝕖 𝕔𝕠𝕦𝕝𝕕 𝕓𝕖𝕔𝕠𝕞𝕖. ✨

Leave a comment below if you've tried the feature, and let me know what you think!

Single Family - Step into timeless elegance with this stunning Mid-Century Modern ranch, where classic design meets ...

03/25/2026

We’re grateful to share that, together, we raised $500 to help stock the Germantown Fire Station with everyday essentials like coffee, snacks, and more.

At Shorewest - Menomonee Falls/Germantown Office, serving the community goes beyond real estate—it’s about showing up, giving back, and supporting the people who take care of us every day. This was a true team effort, and we’re thankful to be part of a community that consistently steps up.

A special thank you to these local businesses who helped make it possible:

🔺 Shorewest Realtors Germantown
🥋 Surge Martial Arts
🍳 Ivee’s on Main
🍷 Relish Restaurant
🍻 Bub’s Irish Pub
☕ Latitudes Cafe
💇‍♀️ Belle Salon
💅 Nail Lounge

And of course, thank you to everyone who donated—we’re proud to support our local firefighters and the incredible work they do for Germantown.

03/17/2026

Low-maintenance living, but make it stylish. ✨ If you've been waiting for a move-in ready condo that actually feels like home—this is it.

Welcome to this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo at 4818 S. 19th St. in Milwaukee, offering the ideal blend of space, functionality, and thoughtful updates. The kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a pantry, opening to a spacious living room with hardwood floors, built-in shelving, and patio doors leading to a private outdoor area.

Upstairs, you'll find vaulted ceilings in all three bedrooms, including a generous primary with ample closet space, along with a full bath featuring a tile surround. The basement provides excellent potential for a future rec room, workout zone, or playroom. A private lower level laundry room offers additional storage space as well.

With recent exterior updates already completed, this is a strong opportunity for a buyer seeking value and convenience in a well-maintained home.

All that's left is for you to move in and make it yours. Stop by, take a look, and see if this one feels like home - we'd love to show you around.

✨ Open Houses ✨
Thursday, 3/19 from 5:00–6:30 PM hosted by .koepke.realtor

Sunday, 3/22 from 1:00–3:00 PM hosted by

Listed by: Allison Darbo of Deep Roots Collective
[email protected]

Co-Listed by: Anna Koepke - Shorewest, Real Estate Advisor of Deep Roots Collective [email protected]

03/08/2026

Hooray! 🎉
We are overjoyed for our clients on their accepted offer! Can't wait to see how their family grows into this expansive and charming home. What a great way to end a busy weekend.

03/05/2026

Our Germantown community is coming together to support the firefighters who show up for us every day. 🚒

Shorewest Germantown is helping stock the Germantown Firehouse pantry with essentials like water, snacks, and coffee for our local fire station.

You’ll see firehouse donation buckets around town, and every $2 donated earns a shamrock on our wall at the Shorewest office to show how lucky we are to have them. ☘️

If you’d like to contribute, donations can be made at these locations:

🔺 Shorewest Realtors Germantown
🥋 Surge Martial Arts
🍳 Ivee’s on Main
🍷 Relish
🍻 Bub’s
🎓 Germantown High School
☕ Latitudes
📚 Germantown Library

You can also use the QR code to donate through Venmo! Even a small donation goes a long way in supporting the firefighters who serve our community. If you're local, keep an eye out for the buckets and help us fill the wall with shamrocks!

02/18/2026

💰 The 5 MOST EXPENSIVE Homes Sold in Wisconsin in 2025 — and the prices might surprise you…

Luxury real estate in Wisconsin reached new heights this year. From breathtaking lakefront estates to private retreats you didn’t even know existed, these homes set the bar for what buyers are willing to pay for lifestyle, location, and exclusivity.

Curious what MILLIONS can buy you right here in Wisconsin? 👀

I put together a list of the Top 5 highest-priced home sales of 2025 — including standout features, jaw-dropping locations, and trends these sales reveal about our market.

Whether you love real estate, dream about lake living, or just want to see how the luxury market is evolving, this is a fun one to explore.

Which one would you choose if money were no object? Tell me below ⬇️



👉 Click here to see the full list:

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12/10/2025

🎉 Anna Koepke - Shorewest, Real Estate Advisor and I are thrilled to share that our first-time homebuyer just got their offer accepted— a pretty great gift to unwrap right before the holidays.

There’s something extra special about helping someone step into homeownership for the first time, especially this time of year. New keys, new memories, and a fresh place to hang stockings next Christmas.

Huge congrats to our buyer—we’re so excited for you and honored to be part of your journey. ❤️🏡✨

If you’re hoping to make a move in 2026, we’re here to help make that wish list come true!

11/13/2025

🎉 Officially one year with Shorewest - Menomonee Falls/Germantown Office!

This past year has been full of learning, growing, laughing, hustling, and (thankfully) many keys changing hands. I’m so grateful for every person who trusted me to help them navigate one of life’s biggest transition. It’s an incredible privilege to walk alongside my clients in these moments — not just handing over keys, but helping build stability, comfort, and new beginnings.

As I look ahead to year two, my focus is simple: keep serving with heart, keep learning, and keep helping more families put down deep roots, whether that's finding their first place, upgrading to their dream home, or saying goodbye to a chapter that had run its course.

If you or someone you know is thinking about buying, selling, or even just curious about the possibilities, let’s chat. Here’s to year two — and to even more stories, smiles, and sold signs ahead.🏡

Allison Darbo
262-408-7027
[email protected]