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Significant Sale ~ Fitzgerald Luxury Group, Tami Henderson and Elizabeth Gillenwater

Luxury real estate experts Tracy Fitzgerald and Tim Fitzgerald of the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Pinnacle Peak office and Tami Henderson and Elizabeth Gillenwater of the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Desert Mountain office provided exclusive representation of a $3,100,000 home in Desert Mountain.

Elevated high in the Lost Star Village of Desert Mountain, this custom home boasts coveted modern finishes, luxurious details and dramatic views. The top of the line chefs kitchen is clad with premium finishes and fixtures including custom Italian Alvin cabinetry, opal white granite counters and spacious dining area. Spanning over 5,000 SF, this masterpiece is graced with Italian porcelain tile and wood flooring, stunning fireplaces, exquisite light fixtures and intricate coffered ceilings.

Architecture, Real Estate, Residential, Residential Architecture, Residential Real Estate

Significant Sale ~ Cheryl Anderson and Jeff Anderson $2,999,999

Luxury real estate experts Cheryl Anderson and Jeff Anderson of the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Camelback Tower office sell Paradise Valley custom home for $2,999,999.

The 5 bedroom, 6.5-bathroom home, situated on an acre+ lot at the end of a quiet cul de sac, offers a relaxed yet refined lifestyle ideal for entertaining.  The flowing, open floor plan encompasses high end custom finishes of stone, leatherized Quartz, hand-hewn wood and boxed beam ceiling detail.  In 2016 a spectacular remodel transformed the gourmet kitchen into a mega entertaining Mecca including massive iron and glass doors leading out to a private courtyard w/ fountain and glass bead fire-pit, shaded by mature and graceful mesquites.  Additional features include a courtyard casita, bar and game room, children’s play room/media room, a private study, formal dining room, library, full guest house, custom oversized putting green, large custom rear fire-pit surrounded by both open and covered patios overlooking the gracious manicured grounds.

Architecture, Real Estate, Residential, Residential Architecture, Residential Real Estate

Signficant Sale ~ Allan MacDonald and Kelly Jones $2,095,000

Luxury real estate experts Allan MacDonald of the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty DC Ranch office and Kelly Jones of the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Camelback Tower office provided exclusive representation for a modern, bespoke custom home in Paradise Valley.

The chic 4-bedroom, 5-bathroom remodel by Angelica Henry is a sophisticated, contemporary ranch that offers a well-planned design and alluring interiors throughout. The home features a striking open great room with abundant natural light, extensive flowing tile and extraordinary kitchen. The private backyard has incredible views, a meticulously manicured outdoor living space with generously covered patio and heated salt water pool.

Architecture, Golf, Real Estate, Residential, Residential Architecture, Residential Real Estate

Significant Sale ~ The Power of 4 $2,225,000

Luxury real estate experts Kathleen Benoit, Karen Baldwin, Bee Francis and Anne Morrissey of the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Desert Mountain office represented the seller of a $2,225,000 Scottsdale home at Desert Mountain.

Bird’s-eye Valley views from every room of this stunning and sophisticated retreat by architect James Hann. Exquisite finishes of stone, wood, glass and metal executed by artisan craftsmen with award winning Est Est Interiors. The home also features soaring ceilings, yet cozy enclaves with city, mountain and desert vistas open to a private paradise pool and patio with waterfalls and boulder outcroppings.

Architecture, Real Estate, Residential, Residential Architecture, Residential Real Estate

Significant Sale ~ Will Foote, Debbie Negrin, Jay Pennypacker $2,950,000

Luxury real estate experts Will Foote, Debbie Negrin and Jay Pennypacker of the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Pinnacle Peak office provided exclusive representation for a $2,950,000 home in Estancia.

The 3-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home was rooted in the principles of Old World architecture in Tuscany to create an elegant European style estate. The estate was crafted on a southwest facing homesite to provide the optimal solar orientation to enjoy winter sun and sunset views. An Authentic masterpiece with wood beam ceiling details and field stone accent walls, antiqued saltillo tile flooring, reclaimed limestone fireplace and hand-forged iron works. The open great room floor plan is perfect for entertaining with a seamless flow from the large kitchen to living and dining areas.

Architecture, Golf, Real Estate, Residential, Residential Architecture, Residential Real Estate

Significant Sale ~ Allan MacDonald $2,325,000

Luxury real estate expert Allan MacDonald presented exclusive representation for a $2,325,000 DC Ranch Country Club home.

The use of authentic European antiquities created a masterpiece with building materials include antique clay roof tiles, imported 400 year old beams, limestone fireplace and fountains, antique doors, DC Ranch field stone, Italian plaster walls and zinc countertops. . This one of a kind home was the prototype for the Silverleaf Clubhouse. The home exudes European charm in every room and is a certified green house by the City of Scottsdale.

Architecture, Real Estate, Residential Architecture, Residential Real Estate

Significant Sale ~ Rusty Davis and Cliff Davis III $2,900,000

Luxury real estate experts Rusty Davis and Cliff Davis III Sell Paradise Valley home by award-winning builder Gray Properties, Inc for $2,900,000.

The exquisite 7-bedroom, 8-bathroom custom home is walking distance to Gainey Ranch and close to Camelback Golf Course with wonderful mountain views. The home includes a gated auto court, detached guest house, Ramada, pool and spa, sports court and putting green. The home also features include wood beam ceilings, imported hand carved limestone fireplaces, imported Mexican Cantera stone, shaker style white Alder cabinets and vintage French Oak wood flooring.

Business, Real Estate

Stacey Krolak Installed As Arizona State President for Women’s Council of REALTORS

Russ Lyon | Sotheby’s International Realty agents are routinely recognized for their achievements and has earned the reputation as some of the most talented individuals in Arizona’s real estate industry. Stacey Krolak, a real estate agent at Russ Lyon | Sotheby’s International Realty’s Pinnacle Peak office, has only continued this tradition by being installed as Women’s Council of REALTORS® Arizona State President.

“This presidency means I am able to help other women acknowledge and fulfill their own leadership skills,” said Krolak. “And at the same time, I want to help increase their overall real estate income.”

Krolak has been an entrepreneur since the age of 19, opening and owning a variety of businesses with her husband since then. She became a licensed real estate agent at Russ Lyon | Sotheby’s International Realty in 2013, joining Women’s Council soon after. In 2015, she became President of the Scottsdale Network and in 2017 she was nominated to be President Elect for the State of Arizona. Her real estate focus is in the Scottsdale, Paradise Valley and Flagstaff areas. This year she is looking forward to the challenges and opportunities this new position will be able to provide.

The Women’s Council of REALTORS® is a network of successful REALTORS®, advancing women as professionals and leaders in business, the industry and the communities in which they serve.

 

Photographed in featured image: Garrett Shinoskie, Lisa Wadey, Patti Gonzales, Kevin Gonzales, Carli Hill, Stacey Krolak, Leigh Siegel, Betsy Dickinson, Deems Dickinson, Monica Monson.

Business, Real Estate

Celebrating 70 Years

On Wednesday December 13, 2017 Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty celebrated 70 Years of excellence and service in the Valley of the Sun. Sales Associates from all over the state attended the event where third generation Lyon family owner Jim Lyon and President and Designated Broker Deems Dickinson both got on stage to toast Russ and Dennis Lyon and to the next 70 years.

LIVE ARIZONA was the theme and an array of local vendors created a fun and entertaining atmosphere: Sandor Vineyards, Aridus Wine Company, Ruze Cake House, Wren House Brewing, Queso Good, Burgers Amore and live music by Jim Whitaker.

Sponsors of the event included: First American Title, Axia Home Loans, OneGuard Home Warranty, TourFactory, AJF Engineering

 

For event photos, click here