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Alexandra Baum

Architecture, Business, Golf, Real Estate

$7.5 MILLION SALE OF MODERN MOUNTAINSIDE GEM

Estancia estate features panoramic city and mountain views

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Real Estate Advisors Jay Pennypacker, Debbie Negrin, and Will Foote were the buyers’ agents in the $7.5 million sale of the luxury home in North Scottsdale’s prestigious Estancia area.

The sale of this contemporary gem closed 4 days after the Scottsdale property was listed. The home is nestled in the premier area with expansive, panoramic city views as well as views of Pinnacle Peak, Flatiron Mountain and the Estancia golf course.

This Estancia home sold quickly thanks to the property’s dramatic modern architecture, stunning views and luxury amenities along with its premier Scottsdale location

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The Scottsdale property has 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and features a stunning pool and spa and has unique design features. The pool and spa wrap around the patio and house with the pool designed right up the windows. The home features disappearing electric glass sliding doors that open to the patio. Skylights are throughout the home. 

There are no steps in the house which also has interior and exterior retractable sunshades as well as blackout shades in all the bedrooms. There are also heated radiant floors in the master bath, an exercise room and climate-controlled wine storage.

Business, Fitness, Life, Real Estate, Sports

Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Angela Davis

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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, Angela Davis, to the Flagstaff 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. 

Angela Davis’s passion for Real Estate started in Wyoming, where she grew up.  In 2004, Angela’s family moved to Flagstaff, AZ, where she is blessed to call home to this day. Flagstaff brought Angela new adventures, as she had the pleasure of working as an Executive Assistant for Coca-Cola and Pepsi while continuing her interest in coaching as the director and owner of the Northern AZ Juniors Volleyball Club.  

Despite many moves in Angela’s life, her real constants have always been a strong devotion to family, friends, and a healthy competitive environment. Growing up a coach’s kid, Angela knows what hard work, dedication, and success looks like and will use that same mentality in all facets of her real estate knowledge. 

Her choice to reignite my passion for Real Estate shows her devotion to the Flagstaff community and its residents. Flagstaff is a unique and dynamic market that takes knowledge and experience to understand. With her involvement in the NAU Skyjacks, Northern AZ Juniors Volleyball Club, and being a resident for over 15 years has prepared Angela to tackle any obstacle.

We are excited to welcome Angela to our team. Her history in real estate and commitment to the Flagstaff community make her a fantastic addition to the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty family.

Bret Lamberson, Sales Manager
Architecture, Art, Business, COVID-19, Education, Entertainment, Real Estate

Luxury Real Estate Headlines | march 2020

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s sells Scottsdale mountainside home for $7.5M – News Break, AZ Big Media

Retired health care exec picks up Scottsdale luxury home for $7.5M – Phoenix Business Journal

Big Scottsdale Home Sale – Rose Law Group

Estancia home sells for $7.5M in north Scottsdale – Scottsdale Independent

Expert discusses COVID-19 impact on real estate market – AZ Family

Fitzgerald Named REALTOR® of the Year – Scottsdale Independent

Russ Lyon Agent Named REALTOR of the Year – AZ Big Media

PHOTOS: $2.1 million mid-century modern home for sale in Paradise Valley – AZ Family

Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation donates $10,000 in Response to Coronavirus Health Crisis – LuxuryRealEstate.com, Frontdoors Media, Rose Law Group

Art, Entertainment, Music, Real Estate

Russ Lyon Welcomes Wendy Herst

We are excited to welcome Wendy Herst to our Camelback Tower office!

Originally from NY and L.A. with a few stints in Nashville, Wendy Herst has a Masters in Music Composition from Claremont Graduate University and a B.S. in both Music & Economics from Vassar College. 

For the past 13 years, Wendy has called North Scottsdale home and lives in Troon with her fiancé, an anesthesiologist, and her 2 children who attend Scottsdale schools.

Wendy Herst is a successful real estate agent with a proven track record in helping both buyers and sellers in Arizona. She takes a concierge approach to helping her clients and operates from the principle of “this real estate journey is about you, and you come first!”

Wendy has handled hundreds of relocations in her career and also has experience in Family Office real estate. She enjoys complex transactions and creative solutions and leverages her background in economics and business to evaluate what makes real estate valuable – from location to municipal growth plans. She considers local trends and macroeconomic factors and stays current with real estate news to better assess market conditions. 

Wendy’s experience in real estate is enriched by her business background in which she helped grow a travel nursing staffing firm into a multi-million dollar industry leader, founded her own executive search firm, and was a franchisee of a restaurant group. She also had success in the entertainment industry where she produced a feature film (ALTERED MINDS) and worked in Television & Film Talent at ICM Partners.

Meeting Wendy was a breath of fresh air! Her approach to life mirrors her approach to business.  Kind, generous, yet tenacious – her success is already evident in her sales career thus far, and I can’t wait to watch the new levels she achieves partnered with Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty.

Sherri Monteith, Managing Broker
Architecture, Business, COVID-19, Education, Entertainment, Real Estate

Luxury Real Estate headlines | February 2020

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Selected to Represent Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate Board of Regents Throughout the State of Arizona – LuxuryRealEstate.com

Nine Frank Lloyd Wright Properties are Currently for Sale in the US – Design Boom

PHOTOS: Paradise Valley home with unobstructed views of Camelback Mountain on market – AZ Family

Business, Real Estate

Russ lyon Welcomes Jeffrey Sherpa

We are excited to welcome Jeffrey Sherpa to the Camelback Tower office!

Jeffrey Sherpa was born and raised in Toledo, Ohio and moved to Arizona to attend Arizona State University. After completing his Bachelor’s Degree from the W.P. Carey School of Business, Jeffery began planting roots in Scottsdale and never looked back! 

“I have been fortunate to have lived and experienced different career opportunities all across the country,” said Jeffrey. “I have lived and worked in California, Ohio and throughout the Midwest, South Carolina, Florida and even sailed the high seas in the Caribbean Ocean. For me, Arizona is truly a place I call “home” and feel fortunate to live in a state that offers so much opportunity for adventure and perfect weather year-round!”

When Jeffrey is not selling the next Scottsdale dream or helping clients transition to a more enjoyable lifestyle in paradise, you will likely find him outside enjoying everything Arizona has to offer. He enjoys golf, tennis, boating and snowboarding.

Before venturing into real estate, Jeffery held various sales positions across diverse industries from furniture to residential solar and travel/tourism. He earned his MBA from Grand Canyon University and managed the College of Enrollment at the University. He had always felt drawn to residential real estate and made the leap of faith in 2016. 

When I first met Jeffrey, I knew that Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is where he belonged. He exudes class and professionalism and we look forward to a very successful and lucrative career path with him!’

Sherri Monteith, Managing Broker
Architecture, Art, Baseball, Business, Entertainment, Real Estate

Luxury Real Estate Headlines | January 2020

$750,000 Homes in Mississippi, Missouri and Arizona – New York Times

133-Acre Property With a Sports Complex in the Foothills Outside Tucson, Arizona – Mansion Global

Baseball star Jorge de la Rosa sells Arcadia home for $1.85M – Archy Worldys, AZ Big Media, News Break, The Arizona Republic

Housing market in 2020: Here’s what to expect in Arizona – AZ Big Media

PHOTOS: 3-acre Paradise Valley estate with tennis court on market for $8 million – AZ Family

PHOTOS: Prescott estate with brick from Chicago church on market for $2.3 million – AZ Family

Realogy Continues to Lead Industry in 2020 Swanepoel Power 200 – Yahoo! Finance, PR News

Russ Lyon Names Bret Lamberson as Office Sales Manager in Flagstaff – Flagstaff Business News

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Names Sherri Monteith Branch Manager of its Scottsdale Camelback Tower office – LuxuryRealEstate.com

Top Ten Luxury Homes Sold In Prescott Arizona In 2019 – Signals AZ

Business, Real Estate

Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Michelle Geweniger

 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, Michele Geweniger, to the Pinnacle Peak 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. 

Michele Geweniger is a native Texan who’s fallen in love with the Arizona lifestyle- love the culture, the people, the sunsets and especially the year-round outdoor activities.

Her approach to real estate is hands-on, meaning that she listens carefully to her clients wants and needs then follows with an array of differentiating services that facilitate successful outcomes. For example, for every property Michele represents, she offers professional staging, design services, and a personalized marketing plan specific to each property’s needs – a marketing plan that also leverages an immense network of top agents around the country. For those on the hunt for their perfect Scottsdale residence or vacation home, she provides in-depth area tours and a thorough market analysis to zero-in on communities her clients will love. 

When she is not helping one of her clients, you will find her either riding her bike, hiking, at DC Ranch Country Club or just enjoying one of the excellent restaurants around town.

Architecture, Business, Real Estate

Sotheby’s International Realty® Brand Expands Presence in Brooklyn, New York

Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced that its independently owned and operated affiliate, Warren Lewis Sotheby’s International Realty in Brooklyn, has merged with local firm, Brooklyn Bridge Realty. Warren Lewis Sotheby’s International Realty has rebranded the combined operations and will operate going forward as Avenue Sotheby’s International Realty.

“Warren Lewis Sotheby’s International Realty, now Avenue Sotheby’s International Realty, has achieved notable success in its local market,” said Philip White, president and chief executive officer, Sotheby’s International Realty. “The merger strengthens the firm’s position to serve its clientele and we are proud to support their continued growth.”

Aroza Sanjana and Jose Nunez are broker/owners of Avenue Sotheby’s International Realty and will remain at the helm of the operation. J. Jean Austin, former broker/owner of the merged office will also join the company.

“Brooklyn Bridge Realty is a valued company that has been serving the community for nearly 30 years,” said Aroza Sanjana. “We are proud to welcome J. Jean Austin and her team to our organization. We share a likeminded approach in marketing properties in the best possible light and providing our clients with astute market insight. The merger further allows us to build our team and continue to offer an unparalleled level of service to our clients.”

Avenue Sotheby’s International Realty now has a total of 48 sales associates and three office locations in Park Slope, Williamsburg and Cobble Hill. The company is also actively involved in the community supporting initiatives such as the Shield Institute, which works to help children and adults on the autism spectrum, and the Real Estate Board of New York.

The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has more than 23,000 affiliated independent sales associates located in nearly 1,000 offices in 71 countries and territories worldwide. In 2018, the brand achieved a record global sales volume of $112 billion USD. Avenue Sotheby’s International Realty listings are marketed on the sothebysrealty.com global website. In addition to the referral opportunities and widened exposure generated from this source, the firm’s brokers and clients will benefit from an association with the Sotheby’s auction house and worldwide Sotheby’s International Realty marketing programs. Each office is independently owned and operated.

Architecture, Golf, Real Estate

GLORIOUS GOLF HOMES

Just in time for the Valley’s most anticipated golf tournament, The Phoenix Open, Arizona’s leader in luxury real estate, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, presents lavish homes on enchanting golf courses for the golf enthusiast.   

First stop on the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Golf Tour is a 4 bed and 4.5 bath home in Scottsdale. Listed by agent Susan King, for $3,250,000 and located at 10040 E Happy Valley Rd Unit 597, this extravagant estate is situated on a premium lot in Desert Highlands, overlooking the 10th and 11th fairways, city lights & sunsets. The extraordinary outdoor living comes complete with a heated pool and spa, outdoor living room, expansive covered patio, built-in barbecue, private garden & infinite views.

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Next stop for the golf aficionado is a privately gated property, located in Phoenix on the Arizona Biltmore Golf Club at 37 Biltmore Estates Dr.Listed at $5,000,000 by agent Frank Aazami, the 8 bed and 11 bath grand European Estate on the famed Biltmore Circle enjoys stunning mountain and golf course views. The impressive grounds and beautiful patio spaces are ideal for grand-entertaining or intimate celebration. It is perfect for a year-round golf loving season!

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Then head over to Paradise Valley for an awe-inspiring setting. The 4 bed and 5.5 bath is listed by agent Bill Bulaga for $3,000,000. Located at 6231 E Vista Dr, near the Phoenician Golf Course. The essence of indoor/outdoor Paradise Valley living is found at the base of Camelback Mountain at this magnificent, low maintenance view home within the gated community of Los Palacios. From the moment you step through the front door, your eyes are immediately drawn to the large pocketing wall which flows seamlessly to your outdoor living space featuring multiple patios where you have expansive views of Camelback Mountain and all of the valley including the sparkling city lights.

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Next up is the immaculate home that is overlooking hole #5 and the lake of the canyon course at Forest Highlands. The 4 bed and 3.5 bath property, listed by agent Mary Mendoza at $900,000, has been meticulously maintained in Flagstaff at 2373 Edward Ayer. Bright and light with stunning views, this home boasts clean lines and an open concept. The unparalleled craftsmanship is the definition of luxury and comfort here in the high country.

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For the final stop – located in Tubac at 17 Villaescusa,  golf lovers can indulge in a luxury custom 3 bed and 3 bath home on 1.63 acres overlooking the 5th fairway of the Otero course in the prestigious 4-star Tubac Golf Resort that has everything you need or want in your home. Listed by agent Mindy Maddock at $989,000, the views of the mountains and golf course from the expansive windows enhance the architectural features of this beautiful home. There is a comfortable flow that extends from the spacious living room, through the dining room to the gourmet eat-in kitchen. The walled yard, which includes fruit trees and desert plantings provides privacy but does not obstruct the mountain and golf course views. Come live in Tubac surrounded by peace, beauty and golf!

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