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Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Leslie Grosshauser

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.

Leslie Grosshauser grew up in the Midwest in a small suburb of Chicago. To escape the bitter cold winters, she and her family visited Arizona every year for our vacations. They fell in love with the healthy lifestyle that Arizona had to offer. Arizona is where you can live a very active lifestyle full of adventures – right in your backyard!

Leslie has been in the Health and Wellness Industry for over 35 years, focusing on serving people and teaching them how to take care of themselves through diet and exercise. In 2018 she moved to Scottsdale, where she and her husband truly felt the shift of their own well-being by living in the extraordinary environment of Arizona, where sunshine is abundant, mountain views are all around you, and the people are warm and friendly.

Leslie’s purpose in life is to continue to help you find proper health and happiness in a home that checks all of your boxes. Finding your dream home will put you in complete peace and well-being. Leslie would love to help you through the process of either buying or selling your home. Together you all will find the perfect place for you to call home and live your best life.

Leslie is the type of person that has complete control over the situation she is in, very perceptive and knowledgeable, yet kind and attentive. Her fitness background Will lend itself beautifully to her new real estate endeavor.
Sherri Monteith, Managing broker

October 28, 2022 by Alexandra Baum

Business, Entertainment, Real Estate

Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Kristopher Sollenberger

Kristopher Sollenberger (Kris) has been an active member of the Scottsdale community for 30 years and is excited to turn that community focus toward real estate.

Kris has been in the golf industry for 11 years and with a passion for service. He is ready to help with your home buying and selling needs. As a proud member of the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty family, Kris carries the values of hard work, integrity, and outstanding client service.

When he isn’t making homeownership dreams come true, he enjoys spending time hiking with his wife and golfing with his dad and friends. Kris lives in North Scottsdale with his wife, 3-year-old son, 17-year-old stepdaughter, and cat.

We are excited to welcome Kris Sollenberger to our Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty sales team at the Pinnacle Peak Office. I know he will be a great asset to our office and will do a great job representing his clients.
KEVIN GONZALES, MANAGING BROKER

October 20, 2022 by Alexandra Baum

Entertainment, New Hire, Real Estate, Russ Lyon

Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Ashley Thompson

Ashley was born and raised in the east valley. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication from Arizona State University and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Grand Canyon University.

Ashley is motivated and has impeccable customer service. Her number one priority is to build long-lasting relationships with her clients. She has mastered this with clients from all walks of life by using effective and continuous communication. Her “native” knowledge, extensive education, A+ customer service, and devotion to her clients are guaranteed to create an unforgettable experience.

Aside from being highly motivated Ashley is extremely great at strategizing and negotiating with others which allows the clients to achieve their goals. Her beautiful spirit and incredible depth of knowledge combined with an amazing work ethic make her an outstanding addition to our award-winning SEV Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty team.
Cathy Green, Managing Broker

October 14, 2022 by Alexandra Baum

Entertainment, Lifestyle

Iconic Estates: Marvelous Media Rooms

As we head into the entertaining season, it is a great time to think about the unique rooms and spaces where we can host guests and spend time together. One spot perfect for gathering with family and friends is a marvelous media room to watch a movie, TV show, or the big game.

Home theaters, gaming spaces, and other media rooms are a huge trend in homes throughout Arizona. Nothing is more luxurious than having the best entertainment and amenities from the comfort of home.

Top luxury properties across the state feature media rooms of all kinds, and the fantastic lifestyle experts at Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty can help find the perfect space for any family to relax, enjoy and make memories together.

Binge your favorite show in the marvelous media rooms featured in this month’s edition of ICONIC Estates!

There are only high tides and good vibes with design, sustainability, innovation, and an open-bar lounge. The Monaco Yacht Show ran Wednesday, Sept. 28, through Saturday, Oct. 1, with sailing yachts, superyachts, and more in the beautiful country of Monaco for a beautiful, long weekend.

Visitors could tour the yachts, meet the designers and even get a pass to hear innovation seminars and enjoy an upper deck open bar lounge.

Here’s everything you missed at the Monaco Yacht Show!

You know what they say, “location, location, location.” But we’re here to say that location means nothing if you don’t have a spectacular view, which is why we’re in awe of the desert oasis that is the Views For Days home in Cave Creek, Arizona.

Kaitlyn Wolfe, Owner and Principal Designer of Iconic by Kaitlyn Wolfe, and the firm’s interior design team worked with the homeowners to transform the home into something inspirational and functional.

When it comes to pizza, forget New York and Chicago. Phoenix is a slice of heaven, and leading the charge for pizza supremacy is local chef Chris Bianco of Pizzeria Bianco, the first pizzaiolo to be honored with a James Beard Award, one of the culinary industry’s most prestigious honors.⁠ ⁠

His 5-star pizzas have received numerous accolades, including being called one of the best in America by The New York Times, Food & Wine, and USA Today, among others, and have garnered him a loyal following of die-hard celebrity fans, including Oprah Winfrey, Jerry Seinfeld, and Jimmy Kimmel. And now he can add Netflix star to his long list of distinctions.⁠

October 10, 2022 by Alexandra Baum

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Significant Sales: September 2022

Throughout the state of Arizona, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty has been proud to represent and participate in the following sales for September.

We refer to these as ‘Significant Sales.’ While all of our transactions are genuinely significant, we hope you enjoy discovering these unique homes based not only on price but their architectural, cultural, and geographical significance, as well as those involved in the journey.

Enjoy!

Seller Representation:

**18841 N 89th Avenue | Peoria**
Sold for: $580,000
Dual Representation: Lori Reiland

**38056 N 80th Street | Carefree**
Sold for: $1,650,000
Seller Representation: Lesley Vann

**37751 N 93rd Street | Scottsdale**
Sold for: $4,000,000
Seller Representation: Dan Wolski, Elizabeth Gillenwater, & Mitchell Hundman

**11040 N Viento Court | Fountain Hills**
Sold for: $2,925,000
Seller Representation: Lisa Roberts

**348 South River Road | Nogales**
Sold for: $1,750,000
Seller Representation: Gary Brasher

**53 Burruel Street | Tubac**
Sold for: 546997 | Dual Representation
Seller Representation: Daniel Ledwidge & Gary Brasher
Buyer Representation: Bob Prigmore

**6494 N Ventana Canyon Drive | Tucson**
Sold for: $2,300,000
Seller Representation: Susanne Grogan

**12750 E Redington Road | Tucson**
Sold for: $1,700,000
Dual Representation: Bryan Durkin, Susan Neitzel, Judy Smedes, Kate Herk

**4160 N Camino Ferreo | Tucson**
Sold for: $735,000
Seller Representation: Carole Culman

**00 Forest Service Road 140 | Williams**
Sold for: $5,300,000
Seller Representation: Sharan Winnicki

**11786 N Copeland | Flagstaff**
Sold for: $1,250,000
Seller Representation: Rosemary Lamberson

**3715 Point of Pines Way | Flagstaff**
Sold for: $1,360,000
Seller Representation: Trina Painter

**1631 N Falcon Road | Flagstaff**
Sold for: $960,000
Dual Representation: Freddi Paulsrud & Valerie Core

**65 North Slopes Drive | Sedona**
Sold for: $2,238,588
Dual Representation: Jeanette Sauer & Ed Pennington

**50 Callisto Court | Sedona**
Sold for: $934,000
Seller Representation: Jolynn Greenfield & Jacque Weems

**124 and 134 W Gurley | Prescott**
Sold for: $3,150,000
Dual Representation: Nancy Read

**10040 E Happy Valley Rd 278 | Scottsdale**
Sold for: $3,647,000
Seller Representation: Nancy Sertich, Dena Bullard, Tim Floor, Shawn Rimer, & Katie Fisher

**348 River Road | Nogales**
Sold for $1,750,000
Seller Representation: Gary Brasher

**53 Burruel Street | Tubac**
Sold for $546,997
Dual Representation: Daniel Ledwidge, Gary Brasher, and Bob Prigmore

Buyer Representation:

4389 N Village Street | Buckeye
- Sold for: $500,000
- Buyer Representation: Camden Steele

25535 W Hunter 3369 | Wittmann
- Sold for: $495,000
- Buyer Representation: Denise Gallagher

8530 E Nightingale Star Drive | Scottsdale
- Sold for: $3,375,000
- Buyer Representation: Stacy Paluscio, Courtney Woods-Olson, & Darcy Whalen

23635 N 123rd Way 78 | Scottsdale
- Sold for: $1,903,389
- Buyer Representation: Dan Wolski, Troy Gillenwater, Jack O’Keefe, & Elizabeth Gillenwater

41591 N 107th Way | Scottsdale
- Sold for: $1,645,000
- Buyer Representation: James Kolander

17459 N 96th Street | Scottsdale
- Sold for: $1,325,000
- Buyer Representation: Katie Lane

2 Trocito Court | Tubac
- Sold for: $850,000
- Buyer Representation: Gary Brasher

25255 N 90th Way | Scottsdale
- Sold for: $3,500,000
- Buyer Representation: Johnathon De Young

7181 E Camelback Road 606 | Scottsdale
- Sold for: $2,500,000
- Buyer Representation: Zane Belden

8436 E Sahuaro Drive | Scottsdale
- Sold for: $1,827,924
- Buyer Representation: Nick Kingston and Courtney Isabell

14318 N Mickelson Canyon Court | Oro Valley
- Sold for: $1,100,000
- Buyer Representation: Nancy Mancuso

1478 Sierry Peaks Drive 1 | Prescott
- Sold for: $830,000
- Buyer Representation: Wendy Wooley & Aneezah Hawkins

14651 E Paradise Dr | Fountain Hills
- Sold for: $4,025,000
- Buyer Representation: Debbie Sinagoga & Kris LaCroix

37200 N Cave Creek Rd #1034 | Scottsdale
- Sold for: $2,237,804
- Buyer Representation: Will Foote, Debbie Negrin, & Jay Pennypacker

901 S Smith Road | Tempe
- Sold for: $4,700,000
- Buyer Representation: Jeremy and Elizabeth Wilson

646 E Leah Lane | Gilbert
- Sold for: $1,185,000
- Buyer Representation: Kellie Stevenson

10262 E Jasmine Drive | Scottsdale
- Sold for: $1,120,000
- Buyer Representation: Melissa Kalinowski

2 Trocito Court | Tubac
- Sold for: $850,000
- Buyer Representation: Gary Brasher

October 1, 2022 by Alexandra Baum

Real Estate, Russ Lyon

In the News: September 2022

3TV

$19 Million Sedona Estate

Arizona Foothills Magazine

This is the Most Expensive Home in Sedona to Ever Hit the Market

AZ Big Media

4 must-see equestrian properties for sale in Arizona

AZ Central

Paradise Valley house with organic vegetable garden sells for $6.1M cash

AZ Family

$19 million estate is for sale, making it the most expensive home to hit the market in Sedona

$19 Million Sedona Estate

City Sun Times

North Scottsdale resident finds artistic talents in nature

DIRT

Robert Duffy Lists Tucson House

Flagstaff Business News

Seven Home Staging Mistakes to Avoid

KTAR

Historic 57-acre Sedona estate with vineyard listed for $19.5M

Kudos AZ

Living The Good Life: Annual Group Art Exhibition Curated By Goldenstein Gallery

Mansion Global

A $19.445 Million Home With Its Own Vineyard Becomes Sedona’s Priciest Listing

News Wire

Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions: First Exhibition of Real Estate Achieves $50 Million Live at Sotheby’s in Monumental Sale

Robb Report

This Sprawling $19.4 Million Italian Villa in Arizona Comes with Its Own Vineyard

Verde News

The Fit Life: Trying A Little Bit Harder

Wall Street Journal

A $19.445 Million Home With Its Own Vineyard Becomes Sedona’s Priciest Listing

Yahoo! Life

This Sprawling $19.4 Million Italian Villa in Arizona Comes with Its Own Vineyard

September 30, 2022 by Alexandra Baum

Real Estate, Russ Lyon

$6.7 Million Hassayampa Masterpiece

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is Proud to Introduce One of Its Most Elegant and expensive listings in Prescott. The 8,639 square feet of sprawling space in Hassayampa Prescott offers its own lower-level bowling alley, incredible 100-mile mountain views, and all the accouterments necessary for luxurious living.

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty has a 75-year history of listing and selling the state’s most luxurious and coveted homes. That tradition continues with Hassayampa Masterpiece, which is currently the brokerage’s highest-priced residential listing in Prescott.

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is proud to announce that 2162 Forest Mountain Road in Prescott, Arizona, is now listed for sale at $6.7 million by Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Agents Linda Wood, Chris Wood, and Jill Anderson. Located less than three miles from historic downtown Prescott the house comes equipped with more than 8,600 square feet of gorgeous living space, including six bedrooms, six and a half bathrooms, and an elegant amenity-packed lower level.

Built to be luxurious and practical, the house makes living easy with garage space for seven cars, a
complete lower-level kitchen, geothermal heating and cooling, a backup generator, house-wide
humidifier, HRV fresh air systems, and three separate laundry areas. All these features work
diligently to make this home as functional as it is beautiful.

The exquisite rustic architecture showcases large wood beams, extensive natural stone, alder wood
doors and cabinets, and brilliant fireplaces. The sensational design presence in every room offers an
unparalleled atmosphere. Enjoy a bowling alley, gourmet kitchen, and billiard room. The Prescott
home’s spectacular design exemplifies beauty and luxury.

Located less than 3-miles from downtown Prescott, this estate is situated on almost an acre of land
and comes with its own heated Maxx pool and spa. Enjoy the expansive views of mountains from
the large deck complete with a custom bar, or enjoy the view from the fenced yard full of natural foliage and turf putting green. When you’re done admiring the natural beauty of Prescott day, take in the elegance of the Prescott night lights around the bocce court or horseshoe pit. Enjoy the lower level, a rarity in most Arizona homes. The lower level has a Brunswick two-lane bowling alley, a saloon bar, an optional wine cellar or theater, and an elevator to the main floor.

“At the $6.7 million asking price, this elegant estate not only stacks up to be the most expensive
listings currently on the market, but it’s also one of the most noteworthy homes in terms of amenities and luxury. Decadently draped in natural beauty and perfectly positioned in Prescott, this one-of-a-kind estate takes luxury to a new level,” said Jill Anderson, listing agent for Russ Lyon Sotheby’s
International Realty.

Of course, none of these luxurious amenities compare to the perfect location of this home. Nestled inside the prestigious Hassayampa gated community, the location of this home has much to offer. The community is complemented by its beautiful bike and walking paths, community pool, fitness facility, and clubhouse. One can also utilize the surrounding community to its fullest with a membership to the Capital Canyon Club.

“With more than 8600 square feet, Forest Mountain Estate is an exquisite mountain home with every amenity the modern homeowner would want. It is one of the most spectacular custom homes ever built in the Prescott luxury home market and the amenities will please even the most discerning buyer,” said Linda Wood, listing agent for Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty.

September 29, 2022 by Alexandra Baum

Entertainment, Real Estate, Russ Lyon

Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Vallè Wilkinson

Vallé Wilkinson is a second-generation residential real estate agent. Having spent the last couple of decades as a trusted source for executives in global corporations, she is skilled in listening and producing results. A transplant from Atlanta, Georgia, and a former resident of Huntington Beach, California, she made her dream a reality in Arizona. Vallé wants to make your next move your best move.

Having a solid background as a trusted corporate advisor to global executives and a second-generation real estate agent, Vallé is a natural for the Sotheby’s International Realty brand. With a warm and welcoming charm, this transplant from Atlanta, Georgia, and a former resident of Huntington Beach, California, has made her dream a reality in the west valley of Peoria, Arizona. We look forward to watching her business develop.
Cindy Smith, Managing Broker

September 28, 2022 by Alexandra Baum

In The News, Inspiration, Multi Purpose, Real Estate, Russ Lyon

Sotheby’s International Realty’s Weekly Win – September 26th 2022

Weekly Win: Sotheby’s International Realty Brokerages Awarded for Service Excellence

Seven Sotheby’s International Realty brokerages were awarded for their service excellence based on customer satisfaction at the ninth annual Aires Broker Network Summit in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The annual summit recognizes real estate brokerages throughout the United States who provide the highest level of relocation customer service.

Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty
Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty
Lakes Sotheby’s International Realty
LIV Sotheby’s International Realty
Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty

September 26, 2022 by Alexandra Baum

Entertainment, Real Estate, Russ Lyon

Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Kimberly Wang

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 Kimberly Wang 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.

Kimberly Wang has been a REALTOR® for over 18 years and is consistently in the top 1% of REALTORS® in Arizona for sales volume. Her designations include Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, Keller Williams Luxury Division and Million Dollar Guild, and Certified Distressed Property Expert. Kimberly also serves on the Keller Williams Board of Directors and is an instructor on the Keller Williams Master Faculty.

She is keen on helping people fulfill the American Dream of home ownership. Even if that dream seems daunting, Kimberly gets it done for her clients by guiding them through everything from credit repair to loan applications, all while promoting the value of manifesting their dream home visions. There is no “one size fits all” in real estate, so her out-of-the-box thinking, creativity, tenacity, and passion help bring sweet harmony to every client she comes in contact with.

Meeting Kimberly was such a breath of fresh air! Organized, highly intelligent and a spark for the business that is evident in her eyes. Her career will reach new heights since partnering with Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty and we look forward to all that ecompasses!
Sherri Monteith, Managing Broker

September 13, 2022 by Alexandra Baum

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