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Architecture, Business, Real Estate

Deems Dickinson Named to 2021 Swanepoel Power 200 List

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce Deems Dickinson as a member of the 2021 Swanepoel Power 200.

Released annually by management consultancy T3 Sixty, the SP200 is the premier ranking of residential real estate’s most powerful and influential leaders. As part of its process for determining the SP200, T3 Sixty analyzes more than 3,000 industry CEOs, executives, and leaders to build each year’s list.

In his role as President and Designated Broker of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, Dickinson oversees over 900 agents who did over $5 billion in annual sales in 2020.

In addition to his leadership role at Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, Dickinson sits on the Arizona Regional MLS Board of Directors as well as the Arizona Association of REALTORS® Professional Standards Committee, has recently been appointed to the Board of Directors of The Reality Alliance and serves on the Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation Advisory Council.

In our ever-evolving industry, Deems leads Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty with skill, professionalism and compassion – he is most deserving of this recognition.

Todd Gillenwater, CEO and co-owner of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty.

Included on this year’s SP200 list are Ryan Schneider, President and CEO of Realogy Holdings, Philip White Jr., CEO of Sotheby’s International Realty, and Ryan Gorman, President and CEO of Realogy Brokerage Group.

To see the full list of the 2021 SP200 award winners, click here.

January 12, 2021 by
Architecture, Business, Real Estate

Cheryl D’Anna represents Buyer of a $5.1M Scottsdale Estate

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Cheryl D’Anna of the Russ Lyon SIR Desert Mountain office has represented the seller of a custom Silverleaf home for $5,100,000 in Scottsdale.

The 9,177 SF residence is located in Silverleaf’s Upper Canyon and sits on 1.68 acres. The home offers unobstructed city light and McDowell Mountain views. Built by Cullum Homes, the ranch hacienda-style design features a great room, formal dining, kitchen with breakfast room, sunken wet bar, wine room and office space. The home is also great for entertaining with additional features that include an elevator, retractable glass packeting doors, extensive stonework, beamed ceilings and a gorgeous backyard to enjoy and relax.

January 12, 2021 by
Architecture, Business, Real Estate

Kristine Williams Represents Buyer of a $3,095,000 Scottsdale Home

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Kristine Williams of the Russ Lyon SIR Pinnacle Peak office has represented the seller of a custom Estancia home for $3,095,000 in Scottsdale.

The custom 5,089 SF home designed by James Hann offers unobstructed views of Pinnacle Peak and the Estancia golf course. The 3-bedroom, 4.5 bathroom home features a spacious great room, formal dining room, and a gorgeous chef’s kitchen. The resort-style backyard is great for entertaining as it features a pool, spa, built-in BBQ, gas firepit and breathtaking views.

January 11, 2021 by
Architecture, Business, Real Estate

Luxury Property Group and The Luckys Represent Seller and Buyer for a $3,085,000 Scottsdale Home

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Debbie Negrin, Will Foote, Jay Pennypacker, Lisa Lucky and Laura Lucky have represented the seller and buyer of a $3,085,000 Estancia home in Scottsdale. 

This fantastic custom home, overlooking the 8th green of world renowned Estancia boasts unobstructed views of the fairway and Pinnacle Peak. A soft, contemporary interior design and warm Tuscan exterior makes for a seamless and elegant masterpiece and enhances a true desert living experience. The 5,766 SF home offers 4-bedrooms, 5-bathrooms, a 3-car garage and has numerous outdoor patios such as the large entry courtyard, back patio with 25′ wall of glass that pockets away bringing outdoor living into the main body of the home. Private patios off the master bedroom and kitchen further complement the indoor/outdoor design.

January 10, 2021 by
Architecture, Business, Entertainment, Real Estate

The Power of 4 and Tami Henderson Represent Seller and Buyer for a $3,000,000 Scottdsale Home

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Anne Morrissey, Bee Francis, Karen Baldwin, Kathleen Benoit and Tami Henderson of the Russ Lyon SIR Desert Mountain office have represented the seller and buyer of a $3,000,000 contemporary home in Scottsdale.  

Located within the gates of Desert Mountain, the 5,612 SF home built by Gemini offers an open floor plan that takes advantage of breathtaking views from all of the main entertaining spaces. Offering 4-bedrooms and 6.5-bathrooms, the home has fully retractable sliding doors to enhance the home’s indoor/outdoor experience, a 3-car garage and over 3 fireplaces throughout.

January 9, 2021 by
Architecture, Business, Multi Purpose, Real Estate

Bret Lamberson Lists Historic Federal Building for Sale in Downtown Flagstaff for $4.3 Million

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, is proud to announce the listing for sale of the historic Federal Building in Downtown Flagstaff.  Originally built in 1937 as a post office, the Flagstaff Federal Building is currently being used as an office building. 

Located at 114 N. San Francisco St. in Flagstaff, the historic brick building is masterfully crafted and in the heart of Downtown Flagstaff, adjacent to the world-famous Monte Vista Hotel. It is listed for sale at $4.3 million by Flagstaff Branch Office Manager and Real Estate Advisor Bret Lamberson of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty. 

The Federal Building is on the National Historic Registry and features 17,780-square-feet, 14,335 of which is office space. The inside is lined with beautiful, historic tile and character.  Sunshine can be seen peering through the building’s windows and skylights creating an opulent glow that radiates throughout the space. 

I am excited to bring this classic building to market. Our entire community has loved it for decades, and we look forward to passing the legacy on to a new owner.

Bret Lamberson

The building has 3 floors. One level is a basement, and the other two levels are above ground and also include 12 private parking spaces. 

January 8, 2021 by
Architecture, Business, Real Estate

The TEAM 4 Results Represents Seller of a $3,100,000 Phoenix Home

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Rebecca Clayton, Shawna Warner and Lara Broadrick have represented the seller of a $3,100,000 Arcadia home in Phoenix. 

Built by Sonora West, the 6,800 SF home offers 6-bedrooms, 7-bathrooms, a 4-car garage, vaulted ceilings and a wet bar. The exterior features a pool, firepit, patios, built in BBQ and a separate guest house.

January 8, 2021 by
Community, Inspiration

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Recognized by Phoenix Business Journal For Significant 2019 Arizona Charitable Contributions

The Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation, a subsidiary of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, is proud to be recognized by the Phoenix Business Journal for its notable monetary contributions and impressive volunteer programs from 2019.

For more than 70 years the agents and employees of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty have been involved in community service work and charitable organizations throughout Arizona. Inspired by the generosity and service work of numerous agents, the Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation was formed in 2014 and operates through every office within the company and across Arizona. The Foundation’s Board of Directors includes nine members with an Advisory Council comprised of representatives from each Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty office. 

The Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation was ranked #13 for the Largest Phoenix-Area Corporate Volunteer Programs with over 3,750 volunteer hours in 2019, which included the volunteer hours by sales associates and employees during various charitable activities.   

One of the primary goals of the Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation is to provide valuable and meaningful service work within Arizona communities, as well as charitable investments. Within each Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty office there is a team of Volunteer Corps also known as V-Corps. V-Corps are comprised of agents, employees and management that volunteer their time together to provide help for those in need. Over the past six years, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty agents have volunteered hundreds of hours to communities across Arizona.

The Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation was also ranked #21 for the Largest Phoenix-Area Corporate Philanthropists, contributing over $108,000 to Arizona charities in 2019.

Since the Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation began more than $500,000 in donations have gone to dozens of 501c3 Arizona-based charitable organizations through direct donations, service work, sponsorships, matching funds and fundraisers. 100 percent of Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation’s donations and charitable investments are directed to charitable organizations. 

The Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation strives to improve lives and communities of those in need while spreading compassion and kindness within our state. We are very grateful to be in a position to give back and have the ability to assist organizations that provide essential resources to communities and individuals in dire need.

Todd Gillenwater, CEO of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty and Founder of the Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation. 
January 7, 2021 by
Business, Real Estate

Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Eric Z Horn

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is dedicated to bringing the highest level of service to today’s home buyers and sellers. This tradition continues with the recent addition of luxury Real Estate Advisor, Eric Z Horn, to the West Valley Office.

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty agents strive to deliver real estate experiences beyond expectations to enhance lifestyles for their clients, expanding their reputation as the most respected name in real estate. 

Originally from southeastern Massachusetts, Eric Horn has been a Valley of the Sun resident for over 25 years. A New Englander at heart, an Arizonan by choice, he tends to see things with an urban, sophisticated, and modern mindset, but his respect for things from the past and his love of the new southwest will always find something remarkable in any location or home. 

Eric has the work ethic and commitment that was instilled by his father, an attorney, and his mother who raised him and his five older siblings. Taught to never quit before the job was done, never to settle for anything but the best and never leave a negotiation with unsatisfactory results. His passion, creativity and business acumen have helped him negotiate through seven figure contracts, as well as design award winning, extraordinary events. Attention to detail, professionalism, respect, and exceptional customer service are the starting points with any new client. Communication and delivery of promises made are not the ending, but rather the beginning of a relationship worthy of trust for years to come.  

Recognizing a house is not a home until new owners add their dreams, hopes, and desires; and a home is not sold without the memory and emotions that they command, each should be appropriately honored and respected. Whether buying, selling, or renting thank you for choosing Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty.

What a privilege it is to be bringing Eric Z Horn into the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty family. Professionals like Eric are a rare commodity. His hospitality background and experience as a business owner translate well to premier real estate service. His attention to detail and deep experience will be a great asset to his clients, his colleagues, and the real estate profession as a whole.

David Friedman, Managing Broker
January 7, 2021 by
Architecture, Business, Real Estate

John Van Duyn, Shane Ashcraft and Lanie Larsen Represent Seller of a $3,000,000 Paradise Valley Home

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that John Van Duyn, Shane Ashcraft and Lanie Larsen of the Russ Lyon SIR Camelback Tower office have represented the seller of a $3,000,000 Paradise Valley home.

The privately gated 7,33 SF custom home features superb interior and exterior entertaining options. The home offers 5-bedrooms, 5.5-bathrooms, formal living and dining, an office, an open kitchen to the family room and a detached guest casita. For Outdoor enjoyment an expansive pool, Ramada, fireplace, walk up bar and BBQ area.

January 7, 2021 by