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Realtor & Builder‑Sales Rep R. Fleming Construction
Helping families buy, sell, & build dream homes in Rochester + surrounding areas, MN.

Hi, I’m Niki Fleming—a Realtor and Builder‑Sales Representative for R. Fleming Construction, serving Rochester & surrounding areas. What I Do
🔸 Help families buy, sell, or build their dream homes

How I Work
✅ Local expertise in new builds and resale
✅ Personalized service backed by 10+ years in design & construction
✅ Focus on family‑friendly homes, quality craftsmanship, and smooth transactions

How to Connect
📩 Message me for a free consultation or market evaluation
📍 Serving Rochester & surrounding areas, MN
📞 Contact: 507-250-1831 • ✉️ [email protected] • 🌐 https://nikifleming.evrealestate.com

11/03/2026

🏘️ TOWNHOME BUYER QUESTION OF THE WEEK:

“If I pay an HOA fee, does that mean the HOA takes care of everything outside?”

Not necessarily.

What an HOA covers can vary significantly from one townhome community to another.

Depending on the association, dues may cover things like:

❄️ Snow removal
🌱 Lawn care
🗑️ Garbage
🏡 Exterior building maintenance
🌳 Common-area maintenance
🔨 Roof or siding

But homeowners may still be responsible for certain exterior components, insurance deductibles, decks, patios, windows, doors or other items.

That’s why I tell townhome buyers:

👉 Don’t just ask, “How much are the HOA dues?”

Ask:

“What exactly do those dues cover—and what will still be my responsibility?”

I also want buyers looking at:

✔️ Association reserves
✔️ Recent or proposed assessments
✔️ HOA rules
✔️ Insurance responsibilities
✔️ Maintenance obligations
✔️ Meeting minutes and financial information

Townhomes can be a fantastic option for buyers who want less exterior maintenance—but understanding the HOA is just as important as understanding the home itself.

If you’re looking at townhomes in Rochester, I’d be happy to help you compare the options.

Niki Fleming, REALTOR®
Engel & Völkers Rochester
📱 507-250-1831

10/30/2026

🏡 BUILD OR BUY? Which is right for you?

If you're thinking about purchasing a home in Rochester, MN, one of the biggest decisions you might face is whether to build a brand-new home or purchase an existing one.

Both options have advantages, but the right choice depends on your budget, timeline, priorities, and what you're looking for in your next home.

🔨 Building a New Home
✔️ Choose a floor plan that fits your lifestyle
✔️ Personalize finishes and design features
✔️ Enjoy brand-new materials and systems
✔️ Potentially benefit from newer energy-efficiency standards
✔️ Plan for construction timelines and additional decisions

🔑 Buying an Existing Home
✔️ Potentially move in sooner
✔️ Explore established neighborhoods
✔️ See the finished home before purchasing
✔️ Find unique character and mature landscaping
✔️ Consider possible updates, repairs, and maintenance

Here's something I always remind buyers: Neither option is automatically better.

With my background in residential construction and real estate, I have the opportunity to help buyers understand both sides of the process—from evaluating an existing home's condition to understanding floor plans, selections, and what goes into building a new home.

And you don't have to have it all figured out before reaching out!

In my latest blog, I break down the differences between building and buying an existing home in Rochester, including costs, timelines, customization, and what to consider before making your decision.

📖 Read the full blog: https://nikifleming.evrealestate.com/blog/build-or-buy-home-rochester-mn

Whether you're ready to buy, thinking about building, or simply exploring your options, I'd love to help you figure out what makes the most sense for YOU.

Niki Fleming | REALTOR®
Engel & Völkers Rochester
📱 507-250-1831

10/29/2026

❤️ A little reminder of just how grateful I am.

There are a lot of Realtors out there. A lot of options. And when someone chooses to trust ME with buying or selling their home, that is something I will never take for granted.

Real estate is so much more than contracts, showings, negotiations, and closing days. It's about people, relationships, trust, and being there for someone during one of the biggest decisions they'll make.

Whether you've worked with me, referred a friend or family member, shared one of my posts, recommended my name, or simply supported me along the way, THANK YOU. ❤️

As I continue growing my real estate business, I'm reminded that every opportunity starts with someone choosing to put their confidence in me.

I know you have options, and I'm incredibly grateful when that choice is me.

Your trust means more than you know, and I'll always work hard to earn it. 🏡

Niki Fleming | REALTOR®
Engel & Völkers Rochester
📱 507-250-1831

10/27/2026

🏡 PRICE IMPROVEMENT | NOW $269,900!

If you’ve been looking for a home in SW Rochester, it might be time to take another look at 1544 3rd Ave SW!

Now offered at $269,900, this charming rambler offers plenty of space, character and functionality in an established Rochester neighborhood.

✨ 3 bedrooms
✨ 2 bathrooms
✨ Main-floor den/home office
✨ Original hardwood floors
✨ Spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances
✨ Partially finished lower level with family room + bar area
✨ Fenced backyard + patio
✨ Detached 2-car garage
✨ Pre-inspected
✨ Recent improvements completed

Conveniently located near Mayo Clinic, shopping, restaurants, parks and more.

📍 1544 3rd Ave SW | Rochester, MN 55902
💰 NEW PRICE: $269,900

Interested in seeing it for yourself? Reach out to schedule a private showing!

Niki Fleming, REALTOR®
Engel & Völkers Rochester
📱 507-250-1831

10/26/2026

📍 ROCHESTER, MN — DID YOU KNOW ABOUT THIS LOCAL RESOURCE? 🏡❤️

One thing I hear pretty often is that people don't always know where to look to find out what's happening in and around Rochester.

Whether you've lived here your whole life, recently moved to the area, or are thinking about making Rochester home, I wanted to share a great resource with you!

🌟 Rochester Local is a fantastic website dedicated to helping people discover everything our community has to offer!

You can find:
🎶 Live music, concerts & entertainment
🎉 Local events, festivals & community activities
🍽️ Restaurants, breweries & dining guides
🌳 Outdoor activities, parks & seasonal adventures
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly events & things to do with kids
🛍️ Local shopping & small businesses
📅 An event calendar to help plan your weekends

📬 And here's one of my favorite parts — you can sign up for their FREE weekly newsletter!

Instead of trying to search for things to do every weekend, you can have local events, activities, and recommendations delivered right to your inbox each week!

🌐 Explore Rochester Local

📩 Sign up for the weekly newsletter

As a local Realtor, I love sharing resources that help people feel more connected to our community. Real estate isn't just about finding the right house — it's about finding a place you love to call home.

And Rochester has so much to offer if you know where to look! ❤️

Have you used Rochester Local before? Or do you have another favorite way to find local events? Drop it in the comments! 👇

10/23/2026

🏡 Thinking about buying or building a new-construction home in Rochester?

One of the most important things to know is this:

Talk to your REALTOR® before you tour the model, register with a builder or start discussing lots and pricing.

You are not generally required to have your own buyer’s agent simply because a home is new—but having someone representing your side of the transaction can be incredibly valuable.

New construction can involve much more than choosing a floor plan and finishes.

Your REALTOR® can help you ask questions about:

✔️ What is actually included in the base price
✔️ Builder specifications and allowances
✔️ Upgrade costs
✔️ Lot premiums and lot suitability
✔️ Builder contracts and deposits
✔️ Construction timelines
✔️ Inspections
✔️ Financing and appraisal considerations
✔️ HOA documents
✔️ Completed new construction vs. building from scratch
✔️ How one builder compares with another

And importantly, builder registration and agent-cooperation policies can vary. If you wait until you are ready to sign a contract, it may be too late to involve the REALTOR® you wanted representing you.

In my latest blog, I break down what a buyer’s agent can—and cannot—do during a new-construction purchase and what you should understand before visiting builders.

With a background in both Rochester-area real estate and residential construction, this is one of my favorite parts of helping buyers: looking beyond the finishes and helping them understand the whole purchase.

📖 Read the full blog at:
https://nikifleming.evrealestate.com/blog/new-construction-realtor-rochester-mn

Considering new construction, but not sure where to start? You can reach out long before you’re ready to choose a builder or lot.

Niki Fleming, REALTOR®
Engel & Völkers Rochester
📲 507-250-1831
📧 [email protected]

10/21/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY! ❤️🔑

📍 1544 3rd Ave SW | Rochester, MN 55902
📅 Saturday, October 24
⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
💰 Offered at $279,900

Looking for a home with character, charm, and a convenient SW Rochester location? Come take a look at this one in person!

This charming rambler offers beautiful original hardwood floors, comfortable living spaces, and a fenced backyard perfect for enjoying Minnesota's warmer months!

✨ Property Highlights:
🛏️ 3 bedrooms + main-floor den/home office
🛁 2 bathrooms
📐 Approximately 1,744 finished sq. ft.
🏡 Spacious lower-level family room with bar area
🍽️ Kitchen with stainless steel appliances
🌳 Fenced backyard with patio
🚗 Detached 2-car garage
✅ Pre-inspected with recent improvements completed!

Conveniently located near Mayo Clinic, Apache Mall, restaurants, shopping, and more!

🍂 Stop by this Saturday between 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM! Whether you're actively house hunting, just starting your search, or know someone who might be interested, I'd love to show you around!

Can't make the open house? Reach out to schedule a private showing!

Niki Fleming | REALTOR®
Engel & Völkers Rochester
📱 507-250-1831

10/19/2026

🚚🏡 LOCAL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT | Collegiate Power Movers! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

As a Realtor in Rochester, MN, I'm always looking for great local businesses and service providers I can confidently recommend to my clients. And after our recent experience with Collegiate Power Movers, I had to give them a shoutout!

We recently hired them to move all of our model home furniture from one house to another for R. Fleming Construction , and they absolutely impressed us!

Between real estate and custom home building, we work with moving companies pretty regularly, so we've had plenty of experiences to compare this one to.

Here's what stood out:

✅ They protected the home! I've NEVER had a moving company take the time to cover the floors AND pad the doorways to prevent damage. When you're moving furniture in and out of beautiful, newly built homes, that attention to detail is a HUGE deal!
✅ Excellent communication from start to finish.
✅ They showed up on time and were professional throughout the entire move.
✅ They handled everything with care, respecting both the furniture and the homes.
✅ They actually came in UNDER their original quote! How often does that happen?!

As a Realtor, I know firsthand how stressful moving can be. Whether you're moving into your first home, your forever home, or relocating to the Rochester area, having a reliable moving company can make a world of difference.

And honestly, it's the little things that stand out to me. Taking the extra time to protect floors, pad doorways, and treat a home with care says a lot about a company and the pride they take in their work.

📍 If you're in Rochester, MN, or the surrounding Southeast Minnesota area and have a move coming up, I'd absolutely recommend checking out Collegiate Power Movers!

I'd love to see them continue growing their presence in our area because Rochester could always use more businesses that provide this level of service.

We'll definitely be using them again for our future model home moves and recommending them to our real estate clients!

👏 Great work, Collegiate Power Movers!

Niki Fleming | REALTOR®
Engel & Völkers Rochester

10/16/2026

🏡 You can search for homes from almost anywhere. But a listing can only tell you so much.

Photos, square footage, price and automated estimates are helpful starting points—but they don’t always show you how a home actually lives, how it compares with other options, what its condition may mean for your budget, or whether new construction could offer a better fit.

That’s where local knowledge matters.

In my latest blog, I’m sharing why working with a local Rochester REALTOR® can be especially valuable when you’re:

✔️ Buying your first home
✔️ Relocating to Rochester or Southeast Minnesota
✔️ Comparing existing homes with new construction
✔️ Considering a townhome or HOA community
✔️ Trying to understand pricing and offer terms
✔️ Buying from out of town and relying on virtual showings

For me, the goal isn’t to tell you which home you should buy.

It’s to help you ask better questions, understand the tradeoffs and have the information you need to make a decision that works for you.

Having worked in Rochester-area real estate since 2014 and grown up around residential construction, I also bring a construction perspective to the search—from layouts and mechanical systems to lots, allowances, builder specifications and future maintenance.

📖 Read the full blog at:
https://nikifleming.evrealestate.com/blog/local-realtor-rochester-mn

If you’re thinking about buying in Rochester—even if you’re months away from making a move—I’m always happy to start the conversation.

Niki Fleming, REALTOR®
Engel & Völkers Rochester
📲 507-250-1831
📧 [email protected]

10/14/2026

🏡 NEW LISTING | SW ROCHESTER! 🏡

📍 1544 3rd Ave SW | Rochester, MN 55902
💰 Offered at $279,900

Looking for a home with character, functional living space, and a convenient Rochester location? This one is worth a look! 👀

Located in southwest Rochester, this charming rambler offers beautiful original hardwood floors, plenty of natural light, and room to make it your own.

✨ Property Highlights:
🛏️ 3 bedrooms + main-floor den/home office
🛁 2 bathrooms
📐 Approximately 1,744 finished sq. ft.
🏡 Partially finished lower level with spacious family room and bar area
🍽️ Kitchen with stainless steel appliances and ample storage
🌳 Fenced backyard with patio
🚗 Detached 2-car garage
🔑 Pre-inspected with several recent improvements completed!

Enjoy a convenient location near Mayo Clinic, Apache Mall, restaurants, parks, shopping, and major roadways.

Whether you're looking for your first home, additional living space, or a property in an established Rochester neighborhood, this home has plenty to offer!

📲 Interested in a private showing? Send me a message or reach out to schedule a tour!

Niki Fleming | REALTOR®
Engel & Völkers Rochester
📞 507-250-1831
📧 [email protected]
🌐 nikifleming.evrealestate.com

Address

1907 2nd Street SW
Rochester, MN
55902

Telephone

+15072501831

Website

https://nikifleming.evrealestate.com/

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