Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Rebecca Clayton, Shawna Warner and Lara Broadrick have represented the seller of a $3,100,000 Arcadia home in Phoenix.
Built by Sonora West, the 6,800 SF home offers 6-bedrooms, 7-bathrooms, a 4-car garage, vaulted ceilings and a wet bar. The exterior features a pool, firepit, patios, built in BBQ and a separate guest house.
The Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation, a subsidiary of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, is proud to be recognized by the Phoenix Business Journal for its notable monetary contributions and impressive volunteer programs from 2019.
For more than 70 years the agents and employees of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty have been involved in community service work and charitable organizations throughout Arizona. Inspired by the generosity and service work of numerous agents, the Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation was formed in 2014 and operates through every office within the company and across Arizona. The Foundation’s Board of Directors includes nine members with an Advisory Council comprised of representatives from each Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty office.
The Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation was ranked #13 for the Largest Phoenix-Area Corporate Volunteer Programs with over 3,750 volunteer hours in 2019, which included the volunteer hours by sales associates and employees during various charitable activities.
One of the primary goals of the Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation is to provide valuable and meaningful service work within Arizona communities, as well as charitable investments. Within each Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty office there is a team of Volunteer Corps also known as V-Corps. V-Corps are comprised of agents, employees and management that volunteer their time together to provide help for those in need. Over the past six years, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty agents have volunteered hundreds of hours to communities across Arizona.
The Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation was also ranked #21 for the Largest Phoenix-Area Corporate Philanthropists, contributing over $108,000 to Arizona charities in 2019.
Since the Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation began more than $500,000 in donations have gone to dozens of 501c3 Arizona-based charitable organizations through direct donations, service work, sponsorships, matching funds and fundraisers. 100 percent of Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation’s donations and charitable investments are directed to charitable organizations.
The Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation strives to improve lives and communities of those in need while spreading compassion and kindness within our state. We are very grateful to be in a position to give back and have the ability to assist organizations that provide essential resources to communities and individuals in dire need.
Todd Gillenwater, CEO of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty and Founder of the Russ Lyon Charitable Foundation.
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, Eric Z Horn, to the West 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.
Originally from southeastern Massachusetts, Eric Horn has been a Valley of the Sun resident for over 25 years. A New Englander at heart, an Arizonan by choice, he tends to see things with an urban, sophisticated, and modern mindset, but his respect for things from the past and his love of the new southwest will always find something remarkable in any location or home.
Eric has the work ethic and commitment that was instilled by his father, an attorney, and his mother who raised him and his five older siblings. Taught to never quit before the job was done, never to settle for anything but the best and never leave a negotiation with unsatisfactory results. His passion, creativity and business acumen have helped him negotiate through seven figure contracts, as well as design award winning, extraordinary events. Attention to detail, professionalism, respect, and exceptional customer service are the starting points with any new client. Communication and delivery of promises made are not the ending, but rather the beginning of a relationship worthy of trust for years to come.
Recognizing a house is not a home until new owners add their dreams, hopes, and desires; and a home is not sold without the memory and emotions that they command, each should be appropriately honored and respected. Whether buying, selling, or renting thank you for choosing Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty.
What a privilege it is to be bringing Eric Z Horn into the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty family. Professionals like Eric are a rare commodity. His hospitality background and experience as a business owner translate well to premier real estate service. His attention to detail and deep experience will be a great asset to his clients, his colleagues, and the real estate profession as a whole.
David Friedman, Managing Broker
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that John Van Duyn, Shane Ashcraft and Lanie Larsen of the Russ Lyon SIR Camelback Tower office have represented the seller of a $3,000,000 Paradise Valley home.
The privately gated 7,33 SF custom home features superb interior and exterior entertaining options. The home offers 5-bedrooms, 5.5-bathrooms, formal living and dining, an office, an open kitchen to the family room and a detached guest casita. For Outdoor enjoyment an expansive pool, Ramada, fireplace, walk up bar and BBQ area.
From a Spanish style Scottsdale estate in the prestigious Upper Canyon of Silverleaf built by Cullum Homes to the Larson Ranch in Skull Valley, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to present its 2020 December Significant Sales.
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Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that James Kolander and Cynthia Kolander represented the seller while Anne Morrissey, Bee Francis, Karen Baldwin and Kathleen Benoit represented the buyer of a $4,310,00 Desert Mountain home in Scottsdale.
Known as ‘The Club Villa’ and designed by Bing Hu of H & S International, the 8,187 SF home has tremendous golf, mountain, valley and city light views. Its open floor plan includes 4-bedrooms, 4.5-bathrooms, a game/media room, exercise room and 4-car garage. The outdoors offers an expansive patio with unobstructed views of the 18th green of the Chiricahua golf course.
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty (Russ Lyon SIR) is proud to announce that Jennifer Wilson of the Russ Lyon SIR Camelback Tower office and Mario Montano of the Russ Lyon SIR Pinnacle Peak office have represented the seller of a Silverleaf home in Scottsdale for $3,475,000.
The 6,535 SF Spanish Colonial home built by Peterson Development is loaded with ultra stylish finishes, superb design elements and outstanding spaces. Its exquisite farmhouse kitchen opens to the great room featuring 24’ ceilings, French Oak floors, custom chandeliers, Indoor/Outdoor Wooden beams, Cantera window sills and Accordion doors that open to the outdoor living space creating endless entertainment options.
Arizona’s leader in luxury real estate, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, presents the list of the most lavish estates with the greatest garages; just in time for the kick off of any car lover’s favorite time of year, the collector car auction season. Every car needs a home.
The first stop on the luxury garage tour is a timeless masterpiece in Paradise Valley, listed at $12,950,000. This 6 bed 9 bath estate is over 16,000 square feet. 5021 E Arabian Way, listed by Bob Hasset, boasts a lavish, opulent auto courtyard that can hold up to 30 cars, an RV, and has temperature control. The 4.45 acre estate also houses a state-of-the-art showroom for the ultimate luxury car display.
Staying in Paradise Valley, the next stop is a 5 bed 9 bath 8,400 square foot estate. Listed at $7,500,000, 7001 N Longlook Rd, is a privately gated, contemporary mountainside home. Situated on 3.26 acres and listed by Jonathan De Young, this property boasts the best views of the city and sophisticated design. This estate has a 9-car garage that is temperature controlled with its own separate stage area, perfect for a year-round automotive season display.
Head to Phoenix for the next stop on the Grandest Garages tour. 3715 E Mountain View Rd is a sophisticated 5,562 square foot estate settled on 1.27 acres. The 5 bed 4 bath home is listed at $1,600,000 by Camden Steele and Patricia Davis. This wonderful estate boasts a fully air-conditioned, detached garage that has 4 bays, engine hoist, and I-Beam. The perfect space for an automotive aficionado.
Next on the tour is 2020 E Bethany Home Rd, a 6 bed 7 bath 10,663 square foot estate. This world-class luxury equestrian estate is the perfect spot for car and horse enthusiasts. Listed for $7,500,000 by agents Cionne McCarthy and Frank Aazami, it features a 14-stall barn and covered turn-outs that can easily transform into a car barn to host as many as 60 collectibles. Minutes from the Biltmore, this estate also is home to a luxury 5-car garage.
The last stop on the tour is 7450 E Continental Mountain Estates Dr in Cave Creek, otherwise known as the “Penthouse.” This 5-acre mountaintop sanctuary is the dream home of any car enthusiast. Listed at $3,995,000 by Debbie Omundson, the home boasts panoramic mountain views, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The contemporary estate can be the home to 10 cars, or 20 with the built-in lifts.
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, Sheral James, to the Carefree 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.
As a 4th generation Arizonan from a founding family, Sheral James is passionate about our State and assisting individuals and businesses become acclimated and flourish here.
With an eye towards real estate beginning in college at Arizona State University, Sheral graduated with a Business Administration degree, with emphasis on all components of the Real Estate market. Through her career in leadership positions in the commercial and residential real estate industry, Sheral developed a passion for working with clients from the conception of their project, above and beyond trouble-shooting throughout the process and continuing post-project by maintaining communication and continuing to respond to their needs.
Now, coming full circle back to a total focus in the residential real estate field, Sheral brings her experience to benefit clients, both in the marketing of their properties and assisting in every facet of their transition, as well as in working hand in hand to consider all options in finding the perfect environment in which to live their best lives. She has extensive experience working with individuals and companies who are moving to our market, which benefits Sellers in providing eyes on their property that clients would not typically have access to.
Profiled in Arizona Business Magazine, with an article entitled “Outside the Box”, Sheral is a diverse individual and an “idea person”, drawing from extensive resources to assist her clients. Her personal interests are many, from running and biking several marathons, hiking throughout the southwest, sailing in our many beautiful lakes and on both coasts, skiing the wonderful slopes in several states, to animal rescue efforts. No matter where your interests lie, Sheral is passionate about contributing to the community and in connecting those new to the area with community assets, activities and charitable organizations.
Sheral has a strong belief and personal requirement of doing less better and doing ordinary things extraordinarily well, so you can be assured Sheral’s focus will be on your needs, small or large. She is truly excited to meet you and facilitate your next move in life!
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, Tim Florea, 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.
Tim Florea was born and raised in Ohio, into a real estate family; work ethic, honesty and overall integrity were ingrained into his very DNA. Having settled in the East Valley in 2012, he now calls Arizona “home.” Tim served in the United States Air Force in his youth, then pursued a career in aviation for nearly 30 years. Now, with the support of his wife, he has built a very successful real estate career over the past 3 years.
Tim Florea’s ability to serve goes above and beyond as he also is a U.S. Veteran. He has an incredible work ethic combined with an outstanding skill set in negotiation and communication. Tim’s ability to build trust and rapport quickly allow him to formulate a strategy for success with all of his clients. Tim’s zest for life and his abundance mentality make him a true joy to be around. Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty’s Southeast Valley office is so grateful to have him on our award winning team.
Cathy Green, Managing Broker