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January Significant Sales

From a ‘top of the world’ Desert Mountain homesite to a Sedona home with unparalleled red rock views, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to present its 2020 December Significant Sales.

Dan Wolski | Seller Representation | $9,500,000 | Scottsdale
Frank Aazami, Chey Castro | Buyer Representation | $7,500,000 | Scottsdale
Jay Pennypacker, Debbie Negrin, Will Foote | Buyer Representation | $7,137,000 | Paradise Valey
Joanie Barreiro, Shawn Chappel | Dual Representation | $5,450,000 | Scottsdale
Debbie Negrin, Jay Pennypacker, Will Foote, Jonathan Friedland | Dual Representation | $5,000,000 | Scottsdale

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Business, Real Estate

Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Jordan Cohen

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, Jordan Cohen, to the Camelback Tower 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. 

Having developed a passion for real estate at an early age, Jordan Cohen is extremely excited to finally follow this passion, and journey into the world of real estate with Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty. With 14 years in sales, Jordan has spent the last 7 years as an orthopedic trauma sales consultant with Johnson & Johnson where he was the recipient of multiple national sales awards. 

Jordan attributes his past success to his dedication to service excellence, 24/7 client support, attention to detail and always doing business with honesty and integrity. Now, with a full time career in real estate, Jordan is a firm believer that these attributes will prove to be extremely valuable as he strives to provide his clients the best possible experience while helping them achieve their real estate goals.

“I’ve always been captivated by Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty brand and what it represents, so deciding to begin my real estate career here was an easy decision,”  said Jordan Cohen. “The strong local presence, stellar reputation and high-quality standards are synonymous with the principles that plan to build my business upon in order to deliver the results that my clients deserve.”

Jordan’s work ethic is obvious from the moment you speak with him. He has an attention to detail and an eye for specifics, like nonother. Real estate will be a challenging and rewarding career for him and we are grateful he chose to partner with Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty for his next level!

Sherri Monteith
Architecture, Art, Business, Real Estate

The Power of 4 Represents Seller of a $4,350,000 Scottsdale Home

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Anne Morrissey, Bee Francis, Karen Baldwin and Kathleen Benoit of the Russ Lyon SIR Desert Mountain office has represented the seller of a $4,350,000 Spanish Hacienda estate in Scottsdale.

The 10,260 SF Desert Mountain home is located in the pristine Deer Run Village. A very private setting on 4.4 acres surrounded by panoramic mountain and golf course views. The gated entry opens to a courtyard bursting with colorful gardens and overlooks the 5-star lushly landscaped resort-style pool and patio. Each room of the home is designed with architectural continuity featuring chiseled stone, hand-hewn beams and plaster walls. Enjoy the formal gathering area with soaring stone fireplace, or the intimate gourmet kitchen and adding hearth room. The master and 4 ensuite bedrooms all open to the enclosed courtyard pool area which is anchored at one end by a grand family room.

Architecture, Art, Business, Golf, Real Estate

Raymond Valle Represents Seller and Buyer of a $4.1M Scottsdale Home

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Raymond Valle of the Russ Lyon SIR Pinnacle Peak office has represented the seller of a $4,100,000 Desert Mountain home in Scottsdale.

This contemporary build to suit home was designed by Wendell Pickett of Greey | Pickett. The home’s location offers spectacular golf course and mountain views from the pool area and guest suites. The home features a private automobile showroom that can park 12 vehicles or store 20 and includes a lounge area and elevator for easy home access.A magnificent resort-style area was designed to include a pool, gas fireplace in the center of the pool, covered dining, a lounge area and an outdoor grilling area.

Business, Real Estate

Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Paige McCargar

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, Paige McCargar, to the Prescott 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. 

A home is so much more than walls and a roof over our heads. It’s a soft place to land when life gets overwhelming. A place we can rest, recharge, create, connect and truly feel our spirits thrive. Having grown up in the Pacific Northwest, putting down roots for over 20 years in the Phoenix Valley and now Prescott, Paige McCargar knows the value of truly finding that sense of home beyond just a house. It’s connecting people and places, listening to what makes your heart happy with intention and enthusiasm.

Paige brings some excellent experience and an amazing attitude to her new career. I have no doubt she will be a rapidly rising star in this business.

Tod Christensen, Managing Broker
Architecture, Business, Real Estate

Lisa Roberts Represents Seller of a $3,150,000 Fountain Hills Home

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Lisa Roberts of the Russ Lyon SIR Camelback Tower office has represented the seller of a $3,150,000 Fountain Hills home.

The tropical private oasis offers 5-bedrooms, 9-bathrooms, an elevator and a 3-car garage. The chef’s kitchen boasts floor-to-ceiling custom cabinetry, three ovens, two dishwashers and a large island with bar seating. Additionally, the home has a gym, sauna, reading book, and an entertainer’s living area with a full bar, fridge and steps to a 12 recliner seat theatre room. The resort style backyard features a negative edge pool and spa, firepit, gas BBQ, misters, heat lamps, a balcony outside every room and unparalleled scenery.

Architecture, Art, Business, Community, Real Estate

Luxury Headlines | January 2021

Historic 1930s federal building in downtown Flagstaff goes up for sale KTAR, AZ Family

Cheryl D’Anna of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Represents Buyer of a $5.1 Million Scottsdale Estate luxuryrealestate.com

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty announces highest year ever on record Rose Law Group Reporter, News Break

Realogy Once Again Leads the Industry in 2021 Swanepoel Power 200 PR Newswire

Jerome home with rooftop deck, dance studio, travel trailer on market for $675K AZ Family

Concierge Auctions Processes Over $3.4B in Global Bids in 2020, Among Other Record-Setting Accomplishments EIN

Laura Briggs of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Represents Buyer of a $4.1 Million Paradise Valley Home luxuryrealestate.com, News Break

The Luckys Represent the Seller and Buyer of a $3.2 Million Scottsdale Home luxuryrealestate.com

Hot Sauce Entrepreneur Pours Himself into Real Estate Flagstaff Business News

Preparing for an Active New Year in Real Estate Flagstaff Business News

Area’s Priciest Homes PressReader

Scottsdale homes, mostly in Desert Mountain, top luxury home sales list AZ Central

The Best Desert Dream Homes You Can Buy Today Bolly Inside, DuPont Registry Daily

Ken Hoffman reveals his ‘really weird night’ with TV legend Larry King Culture Map Houston

Architecture, Business, Real Estate

Luxury Property Group and Jonathan Friedland Represent the Seller and Buyer of a $5,000,000 Scottsdale Home

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Debbie Negrin, Jay Pennypacker, Will Foote of the Russ Lyon SIR Pinnacle Peak office and Jonathan Friedland of the Russ Lyon SIR Camelback Tower have represented the seller and buyer of a Scottsdale home for $5,000,000.

Located within Estancia, this European style estate is perched on 2 lots and features 4-bedrooms, 4.5-bathrooms and 9,892 SF of livable space. Designed by Allan Tafoya and built by R-net Custom Homes, the home is situated on nearly 2 acres and has a dedicated fitness room, game room with a view deck, formal and casual dining and tremendous views of the 17th hole, city lights, sunsets and Pinnacle Peak.

Architecture, Art, Augmented Reality, Business, Community, COVID-19, Education, Entertainment, Life, Multi Purpose, Real Estate

February Newsletter

The Sotheby’s International Realty® 2021 Luxury Outlook is a deep-dive into high-end residential markets across the globe, reflecting on an unprecedented year for real estate and global wealth. The report looks at what’s in store for some of the world’s primary and secondary markets as well as the wealth trends that will drive discretionary investment in the coming months. Read more
Sotheby’s Masters Week Auctions in New York achieved $95.4 million across an exciting week of four live auctions and a successful online auction. Nearly half of all sold lots exceeded their high estimates and 15 lots exceeded $1 million. The Master Paintings Evening Sale realized $61.1 million making it the highest total for a Master Paintings Sale at Sotheby’s New York since 2012 and setting 7 new auction records.  Read more
It’s been a long year, so we have good reason to rejoice when thinking of the interior design trends coming up in 2021. From the growing importance of sustainable materials to elegant elements and a celebration of individuality and uniqueness, our 2021 trend edit will provide you with a curated look that will bring your home into the New Year with sensational style. Read more
Amazon dropped big announcements this week. In the span of 24 hours, its CEO, Jeff Bezos, revealed he’ll be stepping down from his role later this year. Then the corporate giant unveiled its plan for its second headquarters to be built in Arlington, Virginia, just outside Washington, DC. The 2.8 million-square-foot HQ2, PenPlace, will transform Arlington’s skyline. Designed by global architecture firm NBBJ, who led the design of Amazon’s Seattle headquarters, PenPlace is the next step of Amazon’s expansion. Read more
Although some countries have reopened their borders, many travellers are still unable to venture out during the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic. This has forced tourism industries to rethink how they can promote tourist attractions online. One way of getting tourists to travel abroad from the comfort of their own homes is through virtual reality (VR) technology and 360-degree videography. We round up the best virtual travel tours and online travel experiences that can be enjoyed online right now. Read more
It’s been a long time since most of us have used our dining rooms for one of their intended purposes—hosting a good old-fashioned dinner party. At some point later this year, we hope, gatherings like this will be possible, but until they are, we know that you could use a little inspiration in the meantime. (And you can always “host” your own intimate gathering without inviting guests, right?) Here, we’ve gathered 15 of our absolute favorite dining rooms from the pages of ELLE Decor over the past year—each and every one is memorable in its own way and will leave you wanting more. So grab your best china and silver and get ready to set the table—we hope these 15 stunning displays of style and flair will help bring you some cheer until we’re all back together in the dining room. Read more
We often create these “grazing boards” for family dinners, but of course, they’re absolutely perfect for parties and occasions. Even my daughter helps add her favorite foods to the boards for snacks. 
Speaking of occasions, Courtney Whitmore of PIZZAZZERIE created a Valentine’s Day Charcuterie Board to share! I’m absolutely tickled pink with how it turned out, and I’ve decided it will be a Valentine’s Day tradition. Read more
Architecture, Art, Business, Entertainment, Real Estate

In the news | January 2021

The Luckys Represent the Seller and Buyer of a $3.2 Million Scottsdale Home – luxuryrealestate.com

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Recognized by Phoenix Business Journal for Significant 2019 Arizona Charitable Contributions – The Reality Alliance, luxuryrealestate.com

Hot Sauce Entrepreneur Pours Himself into Real Estate – Flagstaff Business News

Preparing for an Active New Year in Real Estate – Flagstaff Business News

Realogy Once Again Leads the Industry in 2021 Swanepoel Power 200 – PR Newswire

The grandest garages in Arizona – Phoenix Business Journal, Newsbreak, Rose Law Group Reporter, RE/MAX Excalibur, Your Valley

Concierge Auctions Processes Over $3.4B in Global Bids in 2020, Among Other Record-Setting Accomplishments – EIN Press Wire

Historic 1930s federal building in downtown Flagstaff goes up for sale – KTAR, Arizona’s Family

Scottsdale homes, mostly in Desert Mountain, top luxury home sales list – AZ Central

Area’s Priciest Homes – Arizona Republic

Ken Hoffman reveals his ‘really weird night’ with TV legend Larry King – Culture Map Houston

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty announces highest year ever on record – Newsbreak, Rose Law Group

Laura Briggs of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Represents Buyer of a $4.1 Million Paradise Valley Home – luxuryrealestate.com, newsbreak

Cheryl D’Anna of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Represents Buyer of a $5.1 Million Scottsdale Estate – luxuryrealestate.com

The Top Desert Dream Homes You Can Buy Today – DuPont Registry Daily, DuPont Registry Daily

PHOTOS: Jerome home with rooftop deck, dance studio, travel trailer on market for $675K – Arizona’s Family