The 8,258 contemporary home was built by Phil Smith and is positioned hillside with commanding views of the Geronimo golf course, valley vistas and evening lights. Finishes were styled by interior designer David Michael Miller and include Indian Rosewood Cabinetry, German-designed plumbing fixtures, Bees’ Wing Eucalyptus interior doors, Venetian plaster throughout and flooring of South American Mahogany, French limestone and Calcutta marble. The home is exceptionally engineered with subterranean water tanks, a natural gas generator, a steel frame wall system, 2nd level concrete sub-flooring and commercial-grade windows and doors. The home offers 3-bedrooms, 3.5-bathrooms and a 4 car garage.
The Desert Prairie design team includes Drewett Works (architecture), Argue Custom Homes (builder), Lindsey Schultz Design (interior design), Ownby Design (interior furnishings), and Greey Pickett (landscape). Its timeless materials and a seamless indoor/outdoor floor plan and the architectural materials include undulating limestone, Madre Perla quartzite, hemlock inset ceiling details, a forged steel fireplace and copper roofing fascia. Featuring 4-bedrooms, 4.5-bathrooms, a walk-in wine room and a climate-controlled 3-car garage.
The Estate was the Home of Donald Diamond, a Prominent Philanthropist and Land Developer Behind Projects Across Arizona including the Tucson Airport Commerce Center
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, Arizona’s leader in luxury real estate, is proud to announce the sale of Donald R. Diamond and Joan B. Diamond’s Spanish Colonial Tucson estate. The estate closed for $3,723,000 and is the highest residential sale in the Santa Catalina Foothills since 2007.
Diamond, born in New York, moved to Arizona in 1965 and attended the University of Arizona and was one of Arizona’s most notable philanthropists and land developers.
His notable projects include The Canyons, Tucson Airport Commerce Center, the Riverside Plaza, Paloma Village, and Scottsdale Crossing at Calendar Stick Office Park with many philanthropic donations including $15 million to build the Diamond Children’s Medical Center.
Global Real Estate Advisor Bryan Durkin of The Durkin Group at Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty represented the Diamond family in the sale. Durkin has been a real estate agent in Tucson for 21 years.
It was a great honor being selected as the agent to list the Diamond Estate as this home had never been on the market before. We marketed this home around the globe and were so pleased to find the perfect buyer locally in Tucson who appreciated the value of such a unique property and understands the Foothills. This is a trophy property that proves the old saying, ‘location, location, location’ when talking about price.
Bryan Durkin
The sophisticated estate was completed in 1982 and was designed by highly renowned Southern Arizona Architect Lewis Hall, specifically for Diamond. The home was intelligently designed to unify comfort and luxury to create an unforgettable resort experience.
The 10,618 square foot estate is located in Tucson’s most premier and coveted neighborhood, The Canyons, a community that Diamond himself developed. The sprawling 7.3-acre estate is perched above the city on the best ridgetop lot in the Foothills that borders the Coronado National Forest, offering forever views of city lights and the Santa Catalina Mountains.
The Diamond Estate features a 7,632 square foot main house that boasts 2 luxurious bedroom suites. The grand master bedroom is a personal oasis home to a fireplace and a reading nook that opens to a beautiful private patio with a spa with unobstructed views of Finger Rock. Imported hand-painted tiles, a jacuzzi tub, and a steam shower bring luxury and refinement to the master bathroom.
The main house also features a private office and adjoining library that overlooks the grand living room with solid hardwood floors, a stunning fireplace, beamed ceilings, and soaring window walls that offer unmatched dramatic views. In addition, the estate boasts an astonishing chef’s kitchen with a hand-painted mural by Andrew Rush, a media room, 2 full-sized bars, and a walk-in temperature-controlled wine cellar.
The 2,589 square foot guest house features 3 bedrooms, 3 fireplaces, Saltillo floors, a full kitchen, and private patios.
A striking pool and grotto incorporate boulders and the surrounding desert environment to create an unrivaled ambiance while reflecting the Santa Catalina Mountains. The adjacent pool house features 2 changing rooms, a bathroom, a sauna, and a lower-level exercise room.
My father’s legacy lives on through his developments, philanthropic endeavors, and this house. He put his heart and soul into creating it and succeeded in making this large estate our home. I am excited for the new owners to create memories in this amazing estate, it is truly the most remarkable house I have seen in Tucson.
A Rich History and Exquisite Modern Touch, These Timeless Tubac Homes Exude Western Luxury
Recently named the winner of the Best Small Art Town National Contest for its 100 eclectic shops and world-class galleries, Tubac, Arizona has a rich history dating back more than 350-years ago. Located just 45 minutes south of Tucson and with a population of just under 1,400 people, this western town is also home to some rather impressive residences. Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is proud to present its latest offering of timeless homes for sale in Tubac.
Leading the charge is a 5th generation Arizonian, Gary Brasher, who is proud to represent all these listings while serving as the Managing Broker of the Tubac office for Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty.
I love the history of Tubac and it is truly where Arizona began. It is so exciting to walk the streets of this great town knowing the Spanish Conquistadors walked the same streets over 350 years ago. With the Santa Cruz River flowing through the community and being home to the largest Natural Cottonwood-Willow forest in the United States, Tubac is truly the place where art, history and natural beauty all come together.
Gary Brasher
Topping the list is a historical staple in Tubac, the Kenyan Ranch. Started in 1936 as a dude ranch, 80 Kenyon Ranch Rd is listed for sale for $2,600,000. The 75-acre retreat exudes lavish western comfort with a 4,399 square foot main house, 17 guest casitas, and 4 stand-alone homes. The Kenyan Ranch also boasts a 2,000 square foot lodge, commercial kitchen, 3 private wells, hot tub, horse facility, massage rooms, and a sweat lodge. Trees naturally frame the estate, creating picturesque aesthetics throughout. The 20 bed, 35 bath ranch is listed by Agent Catherine Marrero and Broker Gary Brasher of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty.
Next on Tubac’s tour is a 5 bed, 5 bath home situated on 5 acres in the wild refinement of Tubac. 7 Camino Cocinero is listed for sale for $1,475,000. The entire property is fully enclosed with western rusted steel fencing providing privacy, security, and a pristine desert property. The property also features a 2,000 square feet RV garage, a guest casita, and private walking paths perfect for early evening walks in Tubac. The resort-style backyard features an opulent cobblestone pool with chaise lounges covered in a cabana-like fashion.
The next timeless Tubac home is a bright Spanish estate in the Tubac Country Club. 22 Avenida Villaescusa is listed at $1,450,000. The 4,389 square foot estate blends old-world charm with modern amenities creating an elegant harmony. Gracious spaces provide an indoor/outdoor living experience fit for Southern Arizona. The 4 bed, 5 bath estate also boasts soaring windows that invite natural light, a sophisticated courtyard, a grand wine closet, and beautiful desert views on just under an acre.
20 Calle De Hoy is an enchanting 2 bed, 2 bath home in the Tubac Country Club Fairway Estates. Listed for sale at $685,000, the estate is situated between the second fairway and the third green on the renowned Tubac Golf Course. The 2,212 square foot home features towering Cottonwood trees and forever views of the Santa Rita Mountains. The beautiful home, masterfully constructed out of burnt adobe brick which provides character and quality construction, is Tubac living at its finest.
Spanish-inspired architecture and meticulous craftsmanship meet desert beauty at 62 Madera Ct. Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is representing Dorn Homes Development for its luxury developments at Tubac Golf Resort. The 3 bed, 3 bath home is under construction and will be situated on approximately 1/2 acre with breathtaking views of the Santa Rita Mountains. Listed for sale at $675,260, the master-planned community is surrounded by the true American Southwest.
Welcome to our first issue of ICONIC Estates presented by Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, featuring stunning estates represented by the firm’s dynamic force of lifestyle advisors.
This month, we’re celebrating the resurgence of gardens. Over the last year, our outdoor spaces have provided peace, calm and tranquility during challenging times. More than ever, landscape architects report their clients are creating and enhancing private outdoor spaces designed for entertaining, recreation and outdoor living.
Trends include neutral colors, wildflowers, plants that sustain bird and bee populations, traditional hardscaping patterns and curvilinear design. The view of water, if even from a pool, rounds out the highly desirable natural environment.
What are some of the top properties across Arizona showcasing in their gardens?
Enjoy the Mediterranean cuisine of the sun by acclaimed restaurateur Laurent Halasz of the highly successful FIG & OLIVE at FRANCINE, one of our fave new restaurants inspired by the South of France located in Scottsdale Fashion Square.
When you think about your home in the future, you think about smart home technology and innovation to do things in new and better ways, making things easier or more efficient.
From teleconferencing to shading to cooling to pouring…a perfectly chilled glass of wine at the end of the day…here are some must haves for your home you can have now.
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, Arizona’s leader in luxury real estate, is proud to announce its top two sales in April.
If you’re familiar with luxury brands like Baccarat and Lalique or simply love crystal, dive into the future of designing with luxury fine crystal. Fine crystal may date to the 1500s, but its quality, craftsmanship and evolution have kept it relevant in 21st Century design. Find out how designers are bringing this luxe classic home.
The List Includes The Valley’s Premier Desert Living Estates, Stunning Auto Courts, Resort-Inspired Backyards, and Forever Views
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, Arizona’s leader in luxury real estate, is proud to announce its luxury list of the top sales in April. The lavish list presents the Valley’s most desirable, sophisticated, and luxurious estates sold in April of 2021.
Anne Morrissey,Bee Francis, Karen Baldwin, and Kathleen Benoit represented the seller for the modern estate. The premier luxury desert living experience boasts 6,903 square feet and sits on over an acre. A stunning auto court opens to the contemporary estate encased in soft-toned stone with deep black accents. The 5 bed, 6.5 bath estate is home to retractable glass walls that provide dramatic forever views of sunsets and city lights, a modern chef’s kitchen, a bar, a glass-encased wine cooler, and a grand fireplace. The estate is currently the highest residential sale within the gates of Desert Mountain according to the Multiple Listing Service.
Agent Cheryl Anderson represented the seller of the magnificent 6,982 square foot estate. The stone coastal farmhouse is blended with modern contemporary architecture to create a unique and poetic home. The 5 bed, 6.5 bath estate was inspired by the iconic view of Camelback Mountain and mixes authentic materials in intimate spaces to create luxurious minimalism and opulent glows. The home features imported Belgian Bluestone, French Oak floors, soaring windows, and is situated on over an acre.
9820 E Thompson Peak Pkwy 836, Scottsdale, AZ 85255: $9,500,000
Anne Morrissey,Bee Francis, Karen Baldwin, and Kathleen Benoit represented the buyer for the luxurious estate in Scottsdale’s DC Ranch Country Club. The modern desert estate provides a resort-style living experience. The 10,599 square-foot home’s open concept elegantly and effortlessly flows from the large great room, kitchen, and dining room to the master suite, and 5 private en suite bedrooms. With a theater room and game room that doubles as a home office, this opulent estate blends art and living.
Agents Barry Van Patten and Barry Van Patten II represented the buyer of the 10,349 square foot estate in the Upper Canyon of Silverleaf. The elegant formal Mediterranean estate is 6 bed, 7.5 bath and captures extraordinary views of Camelback Mountain, city lights, and sunsets. When entering the sophisticated estate, guests are greeted by the stunning chandelier and drawn to the grand pool with sparkling deck jets and an oversized spa. The estate also boasts a 900 bottle wine cellar, chef’s kitchen, and a gorgeous glass wall bar.
7001 N Longlook Rd, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253: $7,125,000 Agent Johnathon De Youngof Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty represented the buyer of the spectacular contemporary mountainside estate. The 8,400 square foot estate is artistically positioned to maximize views. Glass walls and covered balconies with glass railings provide forever views of the Valley. The 5 bed, 9 bath estate is situated on 3.26 acres behind its own private gate, providing a sophisticated blend of views, privacy, and design.
Joanna Wilkins and Louie Wilkins Represent Seller of $9.25 Million Scottsdale Estate LuxuryRealEstate.com
Cheryl D’Anna of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Represents Seller of a $4.75 Million Scottsdale Estate LuxuryRealEstate.com
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Named Best Residential Real Estate Brokerage in Flagstaff, Arizona for 8th Consecutive Year LuxuryRealEstate.com, Newsbreak
Pat Carleton Represents Buyer of a $5.2 Million Paradise Valley Home LuxuryRealEstate.com
Massive home in DC Ranch with separate guest house on market for $4 million AZ Family
Paradise Valley home of award-winning interior designer sells for $4.4M AZ Central
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Presents the Most Opulent Pools of Southern Arizona for Sale Rose Law Group, Newsbreak
