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, Gregory Ring, 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.
Gregory has been a self-starter since his paper route days as a pre-teen in Flint, Michigan. Now a motivated REALTOR® in Phoenix and Flagstaff since 2018. Prior to real estate, he was in the luxury automotive business and has developed and maintained great client relationships within both careers which has blossomed into many repeat and referral clients. His goal is your satisfaction, everything else falls into place. Whether you are buying or selling, you will be happy working with Gregory.
With Flagstaff roots that expand into Scottsdale, Greg has the grasp on the statewide reach. We are excited to watch him put the International marketing campaign to work from him and his sphere of influence. We are happy to welcome Greg aboard.
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, Samantha Field, 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.
Samantha has called this wonderful community of Flagstaff home since 1997. As a graduate of Northern Arizona University (NAU) with a love for the city of Flagstaff, Samantha has become a community advocate and currently serves on the Friends of Camp Colton Board of Directors.
“I am thrilled to be joining the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty family. With my intimate knowledge of Flagstaff and the surrounding areas I look forward to engaging with clients so that I may support them in finding their place in this incredible mountain community.”- Samantha Field
With a local’s perspective and deep knowledge of the Northern Arizona communities she serves, Samantha will tailor a real estate experience to meet your needs. Her business philosophy is built on integrity, listening skills, attention to detail, and personalized service at every turn.
Samantha has been an amazing leader in our community for many years. Her dedication to supporting youth here in Flagstaff is a testament to her long-term commitment to improving everyone’s life here in our mountain town. She brings local expertise, incredible integrity, and absolute excellence to our profession. We are proud to have her in our real estate family. If you want to find the best snow on the mountain or best trails for biking, follow her. But be careful, she goes really fast.
Nothing is more luxurious than a home wine cellar, in-home bar, or both! Whether an oenophile, collector, or casual sipper, having a wine cellar or bar in your home becomes an instant feature that draws the eye and becomes a focal point and gathering spot for entertaining. The traditional underground cellars for wine storage are given glam updates with tasting areas and uplighting; while more modern wine storage comes in the form of glass-encased walls featuring the most prized bottles.
Our home’s amenities are more important now than ever, with the trend going toward outfitting the home with a variety of activities, collections, and entertainment so we can all live luxuriously from the comfort of our own abode. Why not live in a beautiful home that feels like your own, personal resort?
If you’re on the hunt for a home with a wine cellar or bar, don’t miss the luxury estates offered by Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty. Russ Lyon’s lifestyle specialists are ready to help you find the perfect fit in a home fit for entertaining and more.
Raise a glass and cheers to this installment of ICONIC Estates!
It’s not as if we need a reason to open a bottle of bubbly. But if there is one ICONIC occasion that begs for the pop of a cork, it’s Valentine’s Day. Whether your February 14 plans entail time spent with a special someone or a relaxing evening home alone, the occasion provides an opportunity to reflect on all of the love in your life. Fill your flute with the iridescent effervescence of one of these wonderful sparkling wines and Champagnes and toast to friends, family, and even faithful, furry companions—those who are always there for you, time and again. Enjoyed with another, or relished solo, these bubbles can’t help but beguile.
If you’re in Palm Springs in February, you might be able to see where noted architect Albert Frey pursued both healthful living and design. The circa-1964 Frey house is one of dozens of Mid-Century homes open for tours during Modernism Week, Palm Springs’ eleven-day lovefest of post-World War II design that runs February 17-27. It features more than 300 ticketed events that include not only home tours—including celeb dwellings—but a smorgasbord of activities, such as presentations and discussions, films, a golf tournament, and plenty of parties. Modernism Week was launched in 2006 as part of two established programs—the Palm Springs Art Museum Architecture and Design Council Symposium and the Palm Springs Modernism Show and Sale.
There is no shortage of fabulous hotels in the Maldives, which can make deciding where to stay during travel tricky. With over 100 hotels, you are truly spoiled for choice. The biggest decision you need to make is choosing between a smaller, intimate resort or a larger resort with more amenities. Both have their benefits. At a boutique resort, you feel as if you’re on your own private island, the service is ultra-personal and the ambiance can be magical. On the other hand, larger resorts have many more amenities and restaurants that serve multiple types of cuisine. So, what’s the solution? We recommend beginning your trip at an intimate private island then switching to a larger resort halfway through.
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, Chris Gray, 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.
Chris Gray is the founding member of The Gray Group with Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty. With more than half his life spent in Phoenix, he has lived all over the valley and remains an honorary Phoenician. Chris’ international and domestic experience has made him a powerful asset to Platinum Living in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Chris is a young entrepreneur that is extremely diligent in the needs of his clients. He also has a knack for anticipating what the needs may be and working towards a goal from the very beginning. Chris is dedicated and hardworking, we are pleased to partner with him.
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, Jessica Sparks, to the Tucson 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.
Born and raised in Arizona, Jessica Sparks is an enthusiastic member of the real estate community. A graduate of the University of Arizona and the American Institute of Interior Design, Jessica brings both design and real estate to help serve you. Jessica has worked in the home industry, with builders, doing interior design, remodels, and flipping houses for over 20 years. Since becoming a licensed real estate agent in 2015, Jessica works with all buyers, sellers, and investors. Jessica’s experience in the design and home building industry makes her extensive knowledge a valuable asset. If you’re wanting to sell your home, Jessica can help you stage it, update it, and get ready to list.
If you’re wanting to buy a home, Jessica can help you find the perfect home or help make it perfect with her design expertise. During inspections and the contractual phase, Jessica’s knowledge again with homes is another valuable asset to working with her. Jessica puts hard work, energy, and creative service into every detail of your real estate transaction.
Jessica is known for her unparalleled customer service, consistent communication, strong attention to detail and ensures a positive experience for all parties in a transaction. Jessica turns clients into lifelong friendships and values her clients and their referrals. Jessica loves helping people find the right home for them or helping people move into the next phase of their lives. Your home should be your place of peace and comfort, and she will help you achieve that.
When Jessica is not at a home site or working with clients, you will find her on a baseball or football field watching one of her 3 sons. They live a very active lifestyle and enjoy the outdoors in AZ year-round. Jessica was born in Tucson and has lived in Phoenix for 20 years in the Scottsdale and Gilbert areas. She recently moved back “home” to Tucson to live close to her family with her 3 sons and works full time in both Tucson and Phoenix.
We are pleased to welcome Jessica Sparks back home to her Tucson roots after spending the past 20 years in the Phoenix area. Jessica’s knowledge of Tucson, interior design, and years of real estate sales will provide her clients the best our brand offers.
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, Christina Gignoux, 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.
Christina is a Phoenix native and a married mother of six children. She has moved her family five times before landing in Arizona again in 2015 after a stint in Kansas City. Christina’s family loves to explore and spend time in Sedona. Her downtime is filled with cooking, reading, kid’s activities, and fun with friends. Christina Gignoux is pleased to join the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty family as a Jessica Schaefer Real Estate Team member.
As a member of the Schaefer Team, Christina has effectively managed a range of client needs. Christina’s psychology and elementary education background help her provide a calm, welcoming, and reliable atmosphere for her clients to open up about their wishes and dreams. She has an eye for matching the right home for your family and lifestyle needs. Dedication to a smooth and successful transaction is our team’s goal for every client. As your advocate on the front lines and behind the scenes, we will walk you through the home selling and buying process from market analysis, home searches, intense negotiations, all the way to a smooth closing. Christina sees the big picture and imagines the unique possibilities of each property, whether you are selling or buying. Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty will help Christina give her clients the premier service they deserve when buying or selling their most valuable asset.
Christina is an entrepreneur that is extremely diligent in the needs of her clients. She is dedicated and hardworking, we are pleased to partner with her.
Throughout the state of Arizona, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty has been proud to represent and participate in the following sales for the month of January.
We refer to these as ‘Significant Sales’, and while all of our transactions are truly significant, we hope you enjoy discovering these amazing homes based not only on price, but their architectural, cultural, and geographical significance, as well as those involved in the journey.
Enjoy!
SignificantSeller Representations:
544 Windspirit Circle | Prescott Sold for $1,299,000 | Seller Representation: Laura Spaeth
1416 Vale Lane 33 | Prescott Sold for $806,000 | Seller Representation: Linda Wood
11082 E. Hunters Way | Cornville Sold for $1,600,000 | Seller Representation: Jacque Weems & Joy Kim
85 Altair Avenue | Sedona Sold for $1,515,000 | Seller Representation: Elisa Andreis
85180 Ravens Rock | Sedona Sold for $1,550,000| Dual Representation Seller Representation: Ken Robertson & Buyer Representation: Nancy Read
4307 N Placita Del Rodal | Tucson Sold for $2,750,000 | Seller Representation: Judy Smedes & Kate Herk 6141 E San Cristobal
45241 N Circulo Sobrio | Tucson Sold for $1,400,000 | Seller Representation: Brian Durkin, Susan Neitzel, & Anne Ferro
6141 E San Cristobal St | Tucson Sold for $1,200,000 | Seller Representation: Alison Bell
80 Kenyon Ranch Rd | Tubac Sold for $2,400,000 | Dual Representation: Gary Brasher & Catherine Marrero
614 Avenida Gutierrez | Tubac Sold for $1,515,000 | Dual Representation: Marty Durkin
10708 E Calle Del Cascabel | Gold Canyon Sold for $1,599,000 | Seller Representation: Sharon Steele
7135 S St. Ruben Ave. | Gilbert Sold for $1,650,000 | Seller Representation: Jeremy and Elizabeth Wilson
1631 N Mariposa Rd. | Flagstaff Sold for $1,018,000 | Seller Representation: Lana Malone
3485 Straberry Roan | Flagstaff Sold for $1,195,000 | Seller Representation: Nicole Cumbie “Significant because it was Nicole’s first sale over $1m!” – Bret Lamberson, Branch Manager
495 N Moriah Dr | Flagstaff Sold for $1,200,000 | Dual Representation Seller Representation: Trina Painter & Buyer Representation: Rosemary Lamberson “Significant because it was the highest townhome sale ever outside of private golf communities and Trina and Rosie put it together in-house, off-market.” – Bret Lamberson, Branch Manager
7453 N 70th Street | Paradise Valley Sold for $7,000,000 | Seller Representation: Frank Aazami & Zoya Pedenko
6050 N Paradise View Drive | Paradise Valley Sold for $3,200,000 | Dual Representation Seller Representation: Josie Pakula & Racquel Miller & Buyer Representation: Wendy Mackenzie
9765 E Sundance Trail | Scottsdale Sold for $3,585,000 | Seller Representation: Jane Blacker
SignificantBuyer Representations:
20 Donaldson Drive | Sedona
Sold for $1,100,000
Buyer Representation: Nancy Read
24745 S Lindsay Road | Chandler
Sold for $1,630,000
Buyer Representation: Christine Fox
2765 Greenside Place | Green Valley AZ
Sold for $715,000
Buyer Representation: Mary Claire & Tim Grotheer
*These listings were selected by each branch’s manager.
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, Annette Henderson, to the Southeast 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.
Annette began her Real Estate career in 2003. As a service-oriented agent, she has been ranked amongst the top 1% in the nation for many years! Her love of design, knowledge of construction and remodeling is immense. Recently making a change from Berkshire Hathaway to Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, she’s certain that sharing the world’s top agency’s collective ability to find, market, and sell properties has exponentially enhanced her value in the industry!
We are so fortunate to have Annette Henderson as part of our award-winning Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Family. She brings with her years of experience. I attribute much of her success to her beautiful calm demeanor. She is able to tackle the most difficult situations with grace and efficiency. Her attention to detail and her ability to problem solve combined with her high-level customer service have helped her to develop a process that allows a smooth transition for her clients.
Long-term title sales executive becomes Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty’s new director of agent and business development.
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, Arizona’s leader in the luxury market is honored to welcome Tom Newell as their Director of Agent and Business Development. Newell will be tasked with working with the firm’s agents on expanding their technical knowledge while also looking for additional ways to improve the agent and client experience.
Prior to joining the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty family, Newell spent the last three decades with First American Title in the north Scottsdale territory. Holding positions such as a Property Research Analyst, Home Builder Sales Rep, Residential Sales Manager and working his way up as the Senior Sales Executive, Newell excelled in bringing new business to the title company and trained others through eight different applications that realtors use to apply to their particular marketing needs.
“I am thrilled to be joining Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty,” said Newell. “The brand name is synonymous with high-end real estate and unique properties across the globe. With over $7 billion in closed transactions in 2021, they are a perfect fit for me from the culture of the company and upper management, to the professionalism of its agents, to dominating the luxury market in the Valley of the Sun and statewide.”
Newell moved to Arizona over 40 years ago from Cleveland and has built an enriching life here in the Valley. He graduated from ASU with a degree in business in 1987 and is an avid Suns, Sun Devils, and Cardinals fans. Newell’s family consists of his wife, Helena, two daughters, Kelsey (31) and Nichol (29) and two fur babies, Niko and Lucy. Newell is happiest when he’s with family and friends, hiking, skiing, or relaxing by the pool.
Inspired by the late Jim Valvano, Newell believes that “there are three things we all should do every day. We should do this every day of our lives. Number one is laugh. You should laugh every day. Number two thinks. You should spend some time in thought. Number three is, you should have your emotions moved to tears, which could be happiness or joy. But think about it: If you laugh, you think, and you cry, that’s a full day. That’s a heck of a day. You do that seven days a week, you’re going to have something special.”
I am thrilled to be joining Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, one of the top Luxury Real Estate Brokerages in the industry! The brand name is synonymous with high-end real estate and unique properties across the Globe!
Locally, being part of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, with over 7 billion in closed transactions in 2021, is a perfect fit for me from the culture of the company and upper management, to the professionalism of its agents, to dominating the Luxury market in the Valley of the Sun and Statewide!
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty names New Director of Relocation with more than 30 years in the real estate industry.
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, Arizona’s leader in the luxury market, is honored to welcome Carla Anaya as its newest Director of Relocation. Having already spent 20 years as Vice President of Relocation Services in New Mexico for Coldwell Banker Legacy, Anaya is eager to foster relationships and serve those in the Grand Canyon state.
Carla Anaya’s ambition shines forth as she has a proven history of client engagement and relationship building, sales and marketing, business development, overseeing operations, managing programs, and revenue growth. In her previous position, Carla helped her team grow annual sales from $30,000 to $1 million over the last five years. Carla and her team have also received national awards such as the Cartus Platinum Designation and the coveted USAA Eagle Award.
A corporate leader with abilities to promote company vision and embrace change, Carla oversaw five different areas in Albuquerque and Las Cruces New Mexico, Midland, San Angelo, and El Paso, Texas. She was also a member of the Coldwell Banker Legacy Leadership Team, Relocation Directors Council, Employee Relocation Council, and the Coldwell Banker Large Office Group. Carla’s designations include Certified Relocation Professional in 2007 and Global Destination Specialist in 2018.
Family is a big part of Carla’s life. A twin herself, Carla has been married for nearly 30 years to her husband Michael, and they have a 21-year-old son named Stone. Some of her hobbies include watching football, both professional and collegiate, and golfing with her husband Michael.
I feel very fortunate and I am thrilled at the opportunity to be a part of the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Family! I am amazed by the professionalism of the management team, grateful for the support from the owners, and heartened by all of the warm welcomes from everyone at this wonderful company.
