Architecture, Business, Real Estate

Cheryl Anderson and Jeff Anderson Sell a $3.25M Paradise Valley Home

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Cheryl Anderson and Jeff Anderson of the Russ Lyon SIR Camelback Tower office have represented the seller of $3,250,000 Paradise Valley home.

Nestled between Camelback and Mummy Mountains, this very private park-like compound was built by the original owners in 1989. Its architectural design reflects an East Coast Manor style. The lush and lavish grounds offer refuge, respite, remarkable privacy. The 8,010 SF home was designed with high ceilings and generously proportioned rooms throughout. The elegant bones and quality construction of this 6-bedroom and 5.5-bathroom home are readily evident. The backyard features a lighted putting green and sound trap, pool and spa and lounge areas.

Architecture, Business, Real Estate

Paula Mack Represents Buyer of a $3.6M Flagstaff Golf Retreat

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Paula Mack of the Russ Lyon SIR Flagstaff office has represented the buyer of a Forest Highlands home for $3,635,000 in Flagstaff.

With views of the signature 14th hole of the Canyon Course and lake, the 6,940 SF home features handcrafted stained glass in the front entry, floor-to-ceiling windows, a 3-way fireplace, and chef’s kitchen. An open concept with 5-bedrooms, 5.5-bathrooms, the home was designed as a retreat and to entertain with a formal dining area, full wet bar and temperature-controlled wine cellar. The outdoor lifestyle is recommending as the home has numerous covered decks, outdoor fireplace, built-in grill, and spacious seating areas.

Architecture, Business, Real Estate

Laura Briggs Represents Buyer of a $4.1M Paradise Valley Home

 Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Laura Briggs of the Russ Lyon SIR Camelback Tower office represented the buyer of a $4,144,420 Paradise Valley home.

The 7,323 SF Clearwater Hills home has a contemporary design and sits on 1.35 acres. The home features 5-bedrooms, 5.5-bathrooms, a 4-car garage, a game room, movie theater and gym. The hillside lot offers stunning city lights and mountain views.

Architecture, Business, Real Estate

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Represents Seller and Buyer of a $3.9M Scottsdale Home

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Dan Wolski, Mitch Hundmand, James Kolander and Cynthia Kolander of the Russ Lyon SIR Desert Mountain office have successfully represented the seller and buyer of a $3,900,000 Scottsdale home. 

The contemporary style home located in Desert Mountain was built by Mike Reuter Construction and features 4-bedrooms, 5.5-bathrooms, a 3-car garage and 5,556 SF of livable space.

Architecture, Business, Real Estate

Luxury Property Group Represents Seller and Buyer for a $4,200,000 Scottsdale Home

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Debbie Negrin, Will Foote and Jay Pennypacker of the Russ Lyon SIR Pinnacle Peak office have represented the seller and buyer of a custom $4,200,000 Scottsdale home.

Estancia Pueblo designed by architect Lee Hutchison of Urban Design Associates was inspired by the desert and naturally emerged from its surrounding landscape. Built by Randy Romero of R-Net Custom Homes with interiors by Bess Jones Interiors, the 5,650 organic pueblo home exudes elegance while taking in commanding views of Pinnacle Peak, the golf course and city lights. Featuring 3-bedrooms and 5-bathrooms, the design of the home positions the kitchen as the centerpiece.

Agency, Architecture, Business, Community, COVID-19, Entertainment, Inspiration, Real Estate

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.
Architecture, Business, Real Estate

Sandon Nixon Represents Buyer of a $3,995,000 Scottsdale Home

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Sandon Nixon of the Russ Lyon SIR Camelback Tower office has represented the seller of a custom $3,995,000 Scottsdale home.

Designed by architect Erik Peterson of PHX Architecture and built by Schultz Development, this 5,875 SF home located the Estates in Miramonte, offers 4-bedrooms, 4.5-bathrooms and a 5-car garage. Completed in 2016, the home features grand living spaces, a chef’s kitchen with two islands, home theatre and an expansive covered patio with a negative edge pool.

Architecture, Business, Real Estate

Pennington Luxury Group Represent Seller of a $3,375,000 Sedona Home

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Ed Pennington, Jeanette Sauer, Wyndie Whitney of the Russ Lyon SIR Sedona office has represented the seller of a custom $3,375,000 Sedona home.

Designed by Architect Bob Woods and built by BP Construct in 2018, the home is located in Soldier’s Pass, one of Sedona’s most exclusive areas. The home features 3-bedroonms, 5-bathrooms, an elevator, library, two living rooms, a gourmet kitchen and a 4-car garage. The backyard features a waterfall element, an outdoor kitchen and dining, and ramada. 

The property borders National Forest and has a guest casita with its own kitchenette and 2-car garage.

Architecture, Business, Entertainment, Real Estate

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.

Architecture, Business, Entertainment, Real Estate

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.