We don’t have to tell you that water is a subject of critical importance in our little slice of desert heaven, a subject that we have spoken about at length. Perhaps the one area that is the most intense and contentious Ground Zero for the water debate in our county and perhaps even the entire state and further is right … Read More
The Price of “Progress”
We should be used to it by now as Arizonans, an area where the only constant (other than hot summers) is change. Yet every once in a while, a closure and repurpose of a once hallowed site, an instance of paving paradise to put up a parking lot in the immortal words of Joni Mitchell, still punches the gut. Such … Read More
Scottsdale with Green Building Mandates? Is This the Scottsdale We Want?
Photo Credit: Rose Law GroupAhhhh, Scottsdale: the city of beautiful people, great nightlife, fantastic golf and leisure, and…strict environmental building codes. Wait, what? Yes, it is true: Scottsdale will become the first city in the state to mandate new “green building codes” to ensure more environmentally friendly materials are used, energy efficiency is emphasized, and water usage is reduced. These … Read More
Snowbird Season Alert…. Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Presents the State’s Six Most Beautiful Resort-Like Properties for Sale
These luxurious estates are currently on the market and make Arizona the perfect winter destination Just in time for the busy snowbird season Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is proud to present some of its most unique and elegant resort-like properties for sale in Arizona. The properties, which offer ideal locations and exceptional luxury living, also come equipped with state-of-the-art … Read More
Guest Editorial: Celebrating Victories
By Councilwoman Solange Whitehead
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Closes a Record-Breaking 41-Acre Parcel in Sedona for $20 Million
The Sale Includes What Many Call the Scenic ‘Gateway to Sedona’ Arizona’s Luxury Leader, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is proud to announce another record-breaking sale. This time the record sale involves the last and largest parcel of undeveloped land in and around Sedona. Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Agents Jeanette Sauer, Ed Pennington, and Tod Christensen of the brokerage’s … Read More
Guest Editorial: A Tale of Two Apartment Complexes
By Alex McLaren I attended the City Council meeting on Wednesday December 7th where two apartment complexes were on the agenda. Actually, three were on the agenda but one was withdrawn by the Applicant, possibly knowing that there was a difficult hearing ahead for any apartment complex. The Kiva was crowded and most of the attendees were fervently against the … Read More
Cheers! Spirits To Be Lifted Across Arizona As Top Outdoor Shopping Center Owner Successfully Expands State Law Allowing Shoppers To Sip & Stroll With Cocktails
Vestar Led Pilot Project Several Years in the Making Now Permanent After Governor Ducey Signs Latest Legislation What started out as an idea at Vestar, the owners of Desert Ridge Marketplace in Phoenix, Tempe Marketplace in Tempe and numerous other lifestyle centers throughout Arizona and the West, turned into temporary state legislation several years ago. Now it’s a permanent reality. … Read More
Caputi Takes On Ortega in a Friendly Crowd: Is It a Sign of What’s to Come in 2024?
Is it too early to look forward to the 2024 Scottsdale Mayoral race? Well we are confident that Mayor David Ortega is looking forward to his re-election campaign, and based on a recent post from Councilwoman Tammy Caputi it looks like we may have someone else who is similarly looking at that race with opportunity in their eyes. We found … Read More
Arizona’s Luxury Leader Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Celebrates a Momentous Milestone – The Diamond Anniversary
75 Years of Selling the State’s Most Beautiful, Record-Breaking and Iconic Properties 2022 may have been another big year on record for Arizona’s luxury leader, but most importantly as the year comes to a close Scottsdale-based Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is proud to celebrate its Diamond Anniversary, 75 years in business and the momentous milestone. During its 75-years in … Read More