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January 2021 Northern Arizona Significant Sales

Pennington Luxury Group | Dual Representation | $4,200,000 | Sedona
Gila Hager-Sherman, Jeanette Sauer, Ed Pennington, Wyndie Whitney | Dual Representation | $2,850,000 | Sedona
Ed Pennington,Jeanette Sauer, Leslie Yardley | Dual Representation | $2,700,000 | Sedona
Kurt Gehlbach, Brenda Cady | Buyer Representation | $2,375,000 | Sedona
Linda A. Wood | Seller Representation | $1,050,000 | Prescott

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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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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
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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

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Ryan Hass Represents Buyer of a $21M Scottsdale Estate

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, Arizona’s leader in luxury real estate, is proud to announce the closing of another record-breaking sale.  The Silverleaf estate, that was originally listed for $27.5 million sold for $21,000,000, making it now the second-highest sale in Arizona history on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS).

Luxury Agent Ryan Hass of the Camelback Tower office at Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty represented the buyer and closed the deal.  The buyer and seller names have not been disclosed.

The 15,000-square-foot private estate is nestled in the Upper Canyon of Silverleaf’s guard-gated community.  Built in 2017, the property sits on 4.7 acres of Modern Mediterranean luxury. Architect Dale Gardon and Builder Salcito Custom Homes are the masterminds behind this home, that boasts of marvelous experience and luxury.

The main house offers 6-bedroom, 8.5 bath and not only possesses a magnificent view of the city lights and desert but also a resort-style backyard with a modern deep diving pool.

A beautiful covered outdoor space opens to the resort style backyard that houses a modern deep diving pool equipped with water features, a spa, fire pits, kitchen, and multiple sitting areas with fireplaces and ceiling heaters that ensure stunning Arizona outdoor living and entertaining.

The estate embraces luxury living with French limestone and French Oak flooring throughout the inviting home.  Every detail has been thought of and attended to, including gorgeous modern chandeliers and state of the art living spaces.

French flooring also leads to sophisticated modern bathrooms that feature heated flooring and steam showers. A breakfast bar is expertly placed to take in the breathtaking views. Gorgeous granite brings the modern luxurious kitchen to life. Flower gardens bring an essence of home to the oasis backyard.

The home features other amenities including state-of-the-art appliances, a large gym, a 6 car airconditioned garage, tennis court, 7 fireplaces, butler’s pantry, and a wet bar. The estate also offers a state-of-the-art, fully equipped guest house that includes a washer/dryer, dual custom walk-in closets, and its own private outdoor space.

From the breathtaking foyer and outdoor oasis, to the modern accents, spa inspired bathrooms, and million dollar views this estate is a living piece of art. The best Arizona has to offer.

Hass’ sale comes just several months after Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty closed on the highest residential sale in the state’s history at $24.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2020.  In that deal, the brokerage represented both the seller and the buyer in transaction. Agent Shawna Warner, also of the Camelback Tower Office at Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty procured the buyer making Arizona history.

This second record-breaking sale is just more great news that we are continuing to see a strong upward trend in the luxury sector of the market. We are incredibly proud of our family of agents and these record-breaking sales also shows Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty continues to lead Arizona’s luxury real estate sector in this new era.

Todd Gillenwater, CEO and co-owner
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Russ Lyon SIR 2020 Recap

2020 may have been a year like no other and that certainly rings true when it comes to breaking and setting new residential real estate records.  Arizona’s leader in luxury real estate, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is proud to announce it closed the year with a record-breaking $5.32 billion in total sales. That is the highest yearly number ever recorded in the company’s history for total sales volume. 

Among the impressive 2020 sales, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty represented both the buyer and seller for the highest residential sale in Arizona’s history at $24,100,000 during the fall of this year and represented the seller of the notable David and Gladys Wright House.

In 2020, the luxury brokerage closed a total of 7,247 transactions state-wide with the average sales price at $734,008

View the Top 20 Sales of 2020 for Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty here:

The brokerage has been in business since 1947.  73 years later there are now 950 agents and 13 offices state-wide.  In 2020, agents and the various offices were recognized more than 100 times for a variety of industry awards. 

But most importantly, during 2020 when many charities were struggling, the Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation was honored and named one of Arizona’s Largest Philanthropists with more than 3,750 volunteer hours, as well as donating more $108,492 to charity.

There is no doubt, 2020 has been a year to remember. It has been a year of great hardships, great triumphs and the greatest year of giving by our agents, staff and managers. We are incredibly proud of our family of agents and these tremendous numbers and record breaking sales shows Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty continues to be the dominant leader in Arizona’s luxury real estate market.

Jim Lyon, Chairman of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s INternational Realty

Additional noteworthy achievements for Russ Lyon SIR in 2020:

  • CEO and co-owner Todd Gillenwater was named an AZ Business Leader
  • President and Designated Broker, Deems Dickinson, was named to the 2020 Swanepoel Power 200 List
  • The Russ Lyon SIR Relocation department received Cartus Platinum Status for their 2019 efforts
  • The brokerage was involved in 520 headlines
  • The brokerage received 1,642 earned media placements
  • The in-house marketing department created over 13,502 pieces for their Real Estate Advisors
  • 21 issues of their signature publication, Properties of Arizona, have been published
  • The in-house IT department developed a new communications platform, Lyon Text
  • The brokerage implemented a proprietary online platform, Lyon Connect, for marketing, production stats, listing data, tech tools and more.
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Kelly Jones Represents Buyer of $4.8M Paradise Valley Home

 Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Kelly Jones of the Russ Lyon SIR Camelback Tower office have represented the seller and buyer of a $4,800,000 Paradise Valley Home.

The 6,600 SF home built by Tinker Development features an auto court, an impressive entry foyer, a well-balanced floor plan, and fresh finishes throughout that include bold pattern porcelain tile, wide-plank wood flooring and cabinetry pops of color. Offering 4-bedrooms, 6-bathrooms, a 5-car garage and mountain views.

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Kathleen Lane Represents Buyer of a $3.175M Scottsdale Home

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Kathleen Lane of the Russ Lyon SIR Desert Mountain office has represented the seller of a custom $3,175,000 Scottsdale home.

The 6.625 SF home built by Ripson features 4-bedrooms, 4.5-bathrooms, a 5-car garage and is located within the Castlewood Estates of Troon North.

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Team with MORE and Luxury Property Group Represent Seller and Buyer of a $3,395,000 Scottsdale Home

 Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Kim Leinweber, Tracey Gray, Jay Pennypacker, Debbie Negrin and Will Foote of the Russ Lyon SIR Pinnacle Peak office have represented the seller and buyer of a $3,395,000 Scottsdale Home.

The Cavallo model by award-winning Camelot Homes exemplifies indoor and outdoor living. The 6,015 SF home features a flexible floor plan with 4-bedrooms, 4.5-bathrooms, a 4-car garage and neutral high end finishes all on a single level.

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Todd Gillenwater Named Among AZ Business Leaders

 Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce Todd Gillenwater has been named an AZ Business Leader.

Released annually by AZ Big Media, leaders are selected from a pool of more than 5,000 of the most innovative entrepreneurs and the best and brightest Arizona business leaders in healthcare, real estate, construction, education, baking, financial services, manufacturing, technology and law. Over the course of more than two dozen meetings, that list of 5,000 leaders under consideration was paired down to about 500 names, which the selection panel considered to be the most influential leaders in their industries. 

Prior to his role current role as CEO and co-owner of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, Gillenwater worked as a sales associate, associate broker and managing broker expanding his experience and knowledge in the real estate industry. He founded the Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3), in 2014 and is a part of its Board of Directors overseeing the philanthropic efforts put forth on behalf of the Arizona community.  

Todd has been the cornerstone of the RL Foundation. His foresight and commitment to community service encouraged him to establish our Foundation in 2014 as a vehicle to give all of our associates and employees the opportunity to come together for the benefit of each of the communities we serve.

Deems Dickinson, President and Designated Broker

To see the full list of the AZ Business Leaders, click here.