REALTOR® · First-Time Buyer Specialist

Meet Ariel

Ariel LeComte · Emily Baskett Real Estate

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I turned my love of homes into a career.

years as an educator
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And I still have a heart for educating, just now it’s about real estate.

Open Houses
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And I still love walking into every one.

 
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Give me a cluttered space and I’m already mentally rearranging it.

ARIEL’S Story

I’ve always had a genuine love for homes. I grew up helping my dad tackle projects around the house, both big and small, and have always been drawn to home improvement, before-and-after transformations, and the details that make every home different. Today, I still love taking on projects in my own home, finding ways to make spaces work better, and making improvements that add both enjoyment and value.

That perspective shapes the way I help my clients, too. When I’m working with buyers, I want to understand more than their price range, preferred location, and number of bedrooms. I want to know how they actually live. How will they move through the home every day? Is there enough storage? Does the layout make their routine easier, or will it create more chaos? I love helping clients see beyond how a home looks and think about how well it could really work for them.

“A home can be beautiful, but it also needs to work for the people living in it.”

I’m naturally detail-oriented, organized, and happiest when I have a goal to work toward. I bring that same approach to real estate by keeping track of the details, communicating clearly, and helping my clients understand what to expect throughout the process. Before becoming a Realtor, I spent more than a decade as an educator, and while real estate is now my career, I still have a heart for helping people learn. I want my clients to understand their options, ask all the questions, and feel confident in the decisions they make.

My years in the classroom also gave me deep roots in our community that are still important to me today. I love staying connected to our local schools, supporting teachers and families, and continuing to build relationships throughout the community I call home.

“I want my clients to understand their options, feel confident in their decisions, and know I’m paying attention to the details along the way.”

When I’m not working, you’ll usually find me spending time outside with my family, reading or playing games together, chasing my toddler around the library or a splash pad, or checking out an estate sale or bargain store in search of my next great find.

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What You Can Expect

  • 1 A thoughtful approach: I look beyond finishes and first impressions to help you think through how a home will actually function for your everyday life.
  • 2 Organized from start to finish: I'm naturally task-oriented and detail-focused, so I keep track of the moving pieces and help make the process feel more manageable.
  • 3 Questions are always welcome: I want you to understand what's happening and why, so ask away. I'll explain things clearly and make sure you never feel like you should already know the answer.
  • 4 Seeing the possibilities: I love helping clients recognize what a home could become, whether that means better storage, smarter use of space, or improvements that can add value over time.
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And honestly, what's not to love?! 😍Over 2,700 sq ft of one-level living, a kitchen that deserves its own moment, luxurious finishes throughout, and thoughtful details around every corner. This brand-new construction home at 6505 Portcrawl Drive is one you need to see in person!✨ Come see what all the obsession is about!📍 6505 Portcrawl Drive | Columbia, MO
🏡 OPEN HOUSE | Sunday, October 11 | 1–2:30 PMCan't make it? Message me to schedule a private showing!
What could you do with 12+ acres? 🌾A few chickens. A couple of horses. A garden big enough to actually make a dent in the grocery bill. Maybe goats, a few cows, or just plenty of room to spread out and enjoy a little more peace and privacy.At 1033 County Road 2765, there’s space to turn those country-living plans into reality. With 12+ acres, a private pond, a 24’x30’ detached shop, fenced space, and a home with plenty of room to grow, this property has all the makings of your own little homestead.If you’ve been waiting for a place where you can have the house, the land AND the lifestyle, then you’ll want to see this one. 🌿🐓🐴📍 1033 County Road 2765 | Clark, MO
💰 Offered at $545,000Come see it for yourself at the OPEN HOUSE!
📅 Saturday, October 10th
⏰ 10:30–12:00Can’t make the open house? Message me to schedule a private showing!#homestead #acreageproperty #horseproperty
What a whirlwind these last couple of months have been! 🏡🤍😅When Ben and Marisa reached out at the end of July about a home they were interested in, I assumed we’d take our time looking while they got ready to sell their current home. Turns out, they were ready to go full throttle. 😂 Within a couple of weeks, they were under contract on their next home and we were getting theirs on the market.Despite a shifting fall market, the right buyer came along and fell in love with their home. Today, it all came together with TWO closings on the same day! 🎉
Now they’re trading their previous home for a peaceful new setting with plenty of outdoor space for their kiddos to roam, play and explore.I’m so thankful they trusted me to help navigate all the moving parts of buying and selling at the same time. Congratulations, Ben & Marisa! 🤍
Room to spread out. Woods out back. Trails nearby. A quiet cul-de-sac.And now… officially SOLD. 🔑🏡Someone came to see why this one felt like home, and today, they get to call it theirs.So happy for my sellers as they close this chapter and hand the keys over to the new owners of 602 Bear Valley Court! 🤍Thinking about selling? I’d love to help make your home the next SOLD story!
🚨 **PRICE DROP + OPEN HOUSE TODAY!** 🚨12+ acres. Private pond. Detached shop. And now an even better price. 👀📍 1033 County Road 2765 | Clark, MO
💰 **NOW $545,000**
🏡 4 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms
🌳 12+ acres
🔨 24x30 detached shop
💧 Private pondCome see it **TODAY from 10:30–12:30** and get a feel for just how much this property has to offer!
If this is your vibe… you’re going to want to see this one in person. 👀✨OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, September 19
10:00–11:30 AMBrand new construction. Elevated finishes. One-level living. And the kind of details that make you stop mid-scroll.📍 6505 Portcrawl Drive, Columbia
🏡 4 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms | 2,712 sq. ft.
✨ 12+ ft. island + hidden walk-in pantry
🔥 Radiant floor heat + statement fireplace
🛁 Spa-like primary suite
⚡ EV-ready garage
💰 $750,000Come see what $750K looks like in Old Hawthorne North.
✨ If luxury had an address… it might just be 6505 Portcrawl Drive.This home brings the details: one-level living, high-end finishes, a showstopper kitchen, butler's pantry, radiant floor heat, dreamy primary suite + so much more. 🤌And with TWO chances to see it this weekend, there’s really no excuse not to come check it out. 👀🏡 OPEN HOUSES
Saturday | 10:30–11:30 AM
Sunday | 12:30–2 PM📍6505 Portcrawl Drive, Ashland, MO
💰 $750,000 | 4 Bedrooms | 2.5 BathroomsCome see what “G-L-A-M-O-R-O-U-S” looks like in real estate. ✨
Four listings. Four very different ways to find your next home. 🏡✨I’ve got a little something for everyone right now 👀🌳 1033 County Road 2765, Clark, MO 65243
4 BD | 2.5 BA | $550,000
12+ acres + room to roam✨ 3201 Crestwood Lane, Columbia, MO 65201
5 BD | 3 BA | $495,000
Spacious, beautiful + move-in ready🌲 602 Bear Valley Court, Columbia, MO 65202
3 BD | 3 BA | $325,000
Adorable cul-de-sac home backing to woods🏡 6505 Portcrawl Drive, Columbia, MO 65201
4 BD | 2.5 BA | $750,000
Open layout + plenty of space to spread outDifferent homes. Different price points. Maybe one is exactly what you’ve been looking for. 🔑Which one are you touring first?
🔑 Looking for the key to happiness? It’s right here.And this one comes with 12+ acres, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and plenty of room to enjoy the space around you. From the inviting interior to the expansive property, this Clark, MO home offers the kind of space and privacy that’s hard to find.📍 1033 County Road 2765, Clark, MO
✨ 4 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms | 12+ acres
✨ Spacious, comfortable living areas
✨ Room to enjoy the outdoors and make the property your ownMaybe the key to happiness really is finding the right place to call home. 🏡🔑
The right marketing strategy can make all the difference. 👏🏼We were brought in to represent this beautiful new construction home and put a fresh strategy behind it. Thoughtful staging, professional photography + videography, and targeted social media advertising designed to get this home in front of the right buyers.
The result? One private showing. One offer. Under contract. 🔑We’re proud of the strategy, execution, and results our team brings to the table, and it was a privilege representing Simms Construction on this one.One down, and we’re already looking forward to the next one! 🏡
I saw the sign… and it said OPEN HOUSE! 👀🏡Come see this adorable home on a cul-de-sac that backs to the woods in person! 🌳✨📍 602 Bear Valley Court
📅 Sunday, August 23
⏰ 1–3 PMCome see why this one is a sign you won’t want to ignore! 😉
This home? Still got that classic kind of charm. 😉Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac with woods behind you, this adorable 3 bed, 3 full bath home brings together the things that are hard to find all in one place:✨ A spacious primary suite
🌿 Private wooded backyard
🛋️ Huge lower-level living space
🚿 A full bathroom for every bedroom
🌳 Close to Bear Creek Trail & Proctor Park
🚗 Easy I-70 accessAnd that curb appeal? Definitely not going out of style.
Welcome to 602 Bear Valley Court!
🏡 **PRICE DROP + OPEN HOUSE!**A great opportunity just got even better! 3201 Crestwood Lane is now offered at $495,000 and you can see it for yourself today from 1–3 PM!✨ Freshly painted
✨ Move-in ready
✨ Spacious 4-bedroom home
✨ Ready for its next ownerIf you’ve had your eye on this one, today is the perfect time to come take a look! Stop by, walk through, and see if 3201 Crestwood Lane could be the one. 🔑📍 3201 Crestwood Lane
💰 $495,000
🗓️ Today | 1–3 PM
A sale that feels extra special because we got to represent both sides. 🤍Our buyer had been renting an apartment that was actually smaller than this condo, for about what his new mortgage payment will be each month. This condo gave him more space, the opportunity to invest and build equity, and a place that was the perfect fit for his current situation.For our seller, this condo was her very first home. It was a great investment for her, and we’re excited to have helped her sell it while finding the perfect new owner for the property.Two clients, two different chapters, and one really great match. Congratulations to both! 🏡✨
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