Rich Melton

Your Sales Professional - Gardner Office

Be treated like royalty!
picture of house

Thinking of Selling?

Get your FREE Home Valuation complete with local comparables instantly.

Get Your Home Value
picture of house

Looking to Purchase?

Search thousands of current listings directly from our local MLS.

Start Your Search

Stay on top of your local Real Estate market

Get a FREE Market Report that outlines the average listing price, price reductions, new listings, and more!

Get Free Report
 father and child looking at each other smiling while on laptop

Instant Listing Alerts

Subscribe and receive instant Listing alerts as soon as your Dream Property hits the market. Create a Free Account today and receive updated Market Reports surrounding highly desired communities.

Subscribe Now
couple looking at each other sitting at desk

Buyer & Seller Resources

Real estate transactions can be overwhelming, but we will help you every step of the way!

Discover Luxury Listings

Get an insider look at these hot luxury listings within the MLS. Ask your agent about current showings!

Learn More
picture of calculator

Get Pre-Approved

Get in touch with some of our recommended lenders.

Start Application

Still have Questions?

Let us know if there's anything we can help answer to make this important time stress-free.

Contact

About Crown Realty

Why Crown Realty



Crown Realty is locally owned, community focused, and built on family.




Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Paola, Kansas, Crown Realty is the
oldest and largest independent real estate firm in the area. With 9 offices and more than
150 agents licensed in Kansas and Missouri, we offer expert representation for buyers and
sellers across residential, commercial, agricultural, and recreational land transactions.


What sets Crown apart is our people. Our agents aren’t just colleagues — they’re family. We believe strong
relationships create better results, which is why we operate with a
small-office, relationship-driven culture where support is always just a phone call away.


Our agents are backed by an exceptional support system, including experienced brokers, full-time office staff,
a dedicated trainer, a sign department, and an expert closing team. Free from franchise limitations, we choose
the best tools and technology to serve our agents and clients — now and into the future.


Deeply rooted in the communities we serve, Crown Realty is proud to support local schools, Chambers of Commerce, and organizations such as Giving the Basics, Lakemary Center,
My Father’s House, and City Union Mission. We don’t just work here —
we live here, invest here, and give back here.

Latest Blog Posts

Why This Could Be the Ideal Time to Begin Your Home Search

In real estate, timing is crucial. Although spring is frequently considered the "prime" time to buy a home, astute purchasers may discover that late fall and winter offer the best opportunities to

Read More

Fall Fun at Local Pumpkin Patches: Bring the Family & Make Memories!

As the crisp fall air settles in and the leaves turn golden, it’s the perfect time to embrace everything autumn has to offer. What better way to do so than by visiting a pumpkin patch? These

Read More

Why You Should Invest Locally Using Your IRA, 401k or Your Kids 529!

   Keeping Your Money in Your CommunityWhen you allow large companies like Blackrock to invest your money, you are handing over control to institutions that may make decisions that go

Read More

The age old questions; DIY or hire a contractor?

DIY home repair projects offer both opportunities and challenges. Here’s a breakdown of the advantages and disadvantages of tackling these tasks yourself versus hiring a professional

Read More

Areas We Cover