The record producer and social-media celebrity has listed his luxe 6,700 SF Aventura mansion with ONE Sotheby’s International Realty sales associate Janet Ben Zvi. Customized for a hip-hop mogul, it has a sneaker closet that fits 500+ pairs, a home theatre, and a dock with a lift for his jet skis. Read the full story through The Wall Street Journal.
Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced its expansion in Europe with the opening of Slovakia Sotheby’s International Realty.
The firm is owned and operated by Ilona Mancikova, who also stands at the helm of Czech Republic Sotheby’s International Realty and Croatia Sotheby’s International Realty. The flagship office of Slovakia Sotheby’s International Realty is located in the capital city of Bratislava and will serve the luxury residential real estate markets throughout the surrounding metropolitan area and into the High Tatras Mountain region.
“Slovakia is an attractive location for global investors and corporations with its proximity to other important European business hubs, such as Vienna,” said Philip White, president and chief executive officer Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. “Ilona and her team have a well-established presence in the region, and we are proud to support their efforts in this new market.”
“We are focused on meeting our client’s lifestyle requirements in order to help them find their dream home whilst experiencing tailor-made professional service of the world-renowned Sotheby’s International Realty® brand,” said Mancikova. Bratislava is located on the banks of the river Danube, bordering Austria and Hungary, and offers a range of home styles from new high-end residential developments and unique villas. “Thanks to our global network, we can offer local clients and investors real estate from around the world – from luxury mountain chalets in Austria to summer homes in Florida with a warranty of premium service,” added Mancikova.
Slovakia Sotheby’s International Realty looks forward to collaborating with local brands, designers and architects and supporting local artists by displaying their artwork in their new Bratislava office as they do in Czech Republic and Croatia. The opening of the Slovakia Sotheby’s International Realty office this year is symbolic as it shares the occasion of the one hundred year anniversary of the founding of Czechoslovakia – in October 1918, Czechoslovak republic was established after WW1. The addition of this company to the brand’s global network celebrates and commemorates the depth of the Czech-Slovak connection.
Russ Lyon|Sotheby’s International Realty is proud to present one of its most exclusive and unique listings to date, an Arizona landmark building, The Little Daisy. The magnificent story of The Little Daisy in Jerome, Arizona presents an epic reboot from the original 1919 vintage hotel designed by architects, Royal Lescher and Leslie J. Mahoney.
The Little Daisy has an extensive history. Built as a hotel with the greater clientele being of the mining occupation, it was sold by the mining company as a residential property to scientist, William Earl Bell. Bell is known for his work leading to the creation of the world’s first atomic clock. The estate was passed down by the Bell family and was eventually placed on the market.
The concrete shell was bought in 1995 by Walter and Lisa Acker for $190,000. Now the renovated home is being sold by Lisa Acker, who is represented by Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty listing agent extraordinaire, Donna Chesler, for $6.2 million.
“When Walter and Lisa Acker purchased this historic property, it was a mere shell of a building. Nothing remained. No windows, doors, fixtures, even the roof was removed on the third floor, leaving the building exposed to the elements. Today, it is a true historic masterpiece,” said Chesler.
The renovations were carried out by both Lisa Acker and her husband, Walter Acker. The husband and wife team impressively envisioned and completed this enormous project almost totally on their own. The fabulous metamorphosis of the Ackers’ estate was perfected and finalized in 2005.
The grand-scale of The Little Daisy, located in the art and history destination of mile high Jerome, is jaw-dropping with newly-designed and reconstructed interiors. Its numbers and features are beyond impressive:
Thanks to Walter and Lisa Acker, The Little Daisy is now a private residence with modern amenities steeped in old world charm. Walter was not only a master woodworker but excelled at every aspect of the renovation and his skills and spirit will live on in his work. The property includes reproductions of the wood cabinetry throughout the home, master closets, a hand crafted 14-foot dining table, and hand-cut custom marble counter tops.
Although The Little Daisy underwent many alterations to transition the hotel into a divine home, the Ackers made the executive decision to keep all of the authentic touches. They studied blueprints and photos to recreate the grandeur of a bygone era. The Little Daisy still retains the original walls, chimneys, fireplaces, and classic exterior tile.
The stunning views of the entire Verde Valley, Jerome, Sedona Red Rocks and Cleopatra Hill are the perfect backdrop for this Arizona landmark property which has been restored to its beautiful former glory.
The Ackers have given The Little Daisy an amazing third chapter to its storied life as this grand home celebrates its 100th year on New Year’s Eve 2019.
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Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced that it has signed agreements with LIST Co., LTD, which owns List Sotheby’s International Realty, to expand the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand presence into Indonesia and Vietnam.
List Sotheby’s International Realty will expand into the important markets of Jakarta and Bali in Indonesia, and Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi in Vietnam. Operations in both countries are projected to open in the second half of 2019.
Led by Owner and Chief Executive Officer Hisashi Kitami, List Sotheby’s International Realty currently has a strong presence throughout the Asia-Pacific region including offices in Hawaii, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Japan, Singapore, and a new office in Thailand opening September of this year.
“The addition of Vietnam and Indonesia to the List Sotheby’s International Realty portfolio will further establish their foothold in Southeast Asia,” said Philip White, president and chief executive officer of Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. “Hisashi Kitami and his team have a strong history of growth in the markets they serve, and we are proud to have them lead this venture.”
“Because of geographical and economical closeness, the addition of Indonesia and Vietnam to our current portfolio of locations will facilitate more cross-border transactions, which will be beneficial for all stakeholders including our clients, employees, and agents,” said Kitami.
Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced that Amanda Howard Real Estate™ in Huntsville, Alabama is the newest member of its global network and
will now operate as Amanda Howard Sotheby’s International Realty.
Owned and operated by Amanda Howard, the firm was established in 2009 and serves the residential real estate markets in North Alabama, including Greater Huntsville/Madison County and Lake Guntersville.
“Huntsville has been the fastest-growing metro area in Alabama in recent years,” said Philip White, president and chief executive office Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. “With a growing and diverse downtown and a more relaxed way of life outside the city, there is truly a lifestyle for everyone. We are pleased to welcome Amanda Howard and her team to the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand.”
“As a boutique firm, our commitment to serving the needs of our clients and caring for our community is what motivates us to work our hardest every day,” said Howard. “The Sotheby’s International Realty brand complements the lifestyle of the residents in the communities we serve and the greatest value from this affiliation is the global reach we will be able to provide our clients and their properties.”
The brokerage is also deeply invested in giving back to its community through the support of more than a dozen local charities and initiatives.
Amanda Howard Sotheby’s International Realty is the second Sotheby’s International Realty affiliate in Alabama; also operating in the state is Kaiser Sotheby’s International Realty on Alabama’s Gulf Coast.
From a handcrafted Mediterranean beauty in Paradise Valley to a one of a kind home on over 8 acres of lush desert vegetation in Marana, this edition of Significant Sales showcases extraordinary homes throughout the great state of Arizona
Luxury real estate expert Karen Cahill of the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Camelback Tower office represented the buyer of an exquisite $3,100,000 Paradise Valley Estate.
Located in the heart of Paradise Valley, this 7-bedroom, 6.5-bathroom home features separate formal and living areas with vaulted ceilings, wood and stone flooring throughout and great room with fireplace. Perfect for entertaining, the estate comes with a full size wet bar area, built-in wine cellar and personal oasis back yard beautifully landscaped.
Luxury real estate experts Nancy Sertich, Dena Bullard, Shawn Rimer, Tim Floor, and Katie Fisher of the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Pinnacle Peak office represented the buyer of a $2,000,000 home in Desert Highlands.
The 5-bedroom, 6.5-bathroom home overlooks the 17th fairway with breathtaking, panoramic, Pinnacle Peak Mountain and city light views. The 7,000 SF home features a gourmet kitchen, five fireplaces, wine cellar and private media room. The outdoor living boasts a large tongue and groove covered patio with lots of seating, outdoor fireplace, BBQ area, synthetic grass for easy maintenance, pool and jacuzzi.
Luxury real estate experts Bee Francis, Anne Morrissey, Karen Baldwin and Kathleen Benoit of the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Desert Mountain office represented the buyer of a $5,950,000 Paradise Valley Home.
The MRA handcrafted Mediterranean beauty sits on a 1.39 acre lot and was designed with gracious living in mind. Gorgeous fully wood paneled library/office, wine room, and ultimate kitchen with the finest appliances and finishes. The home also features a media/game room that opens to a huge covered patio, lush landscaping and green lawns plus a European styled pool with private ramada.
