Baseball, football, tennis, golf – these magnificent homes listed by Russ Lyon|Sotheby’s International Realty have every court, field and course imaginable. These six exquisite homes have something for everyone – magnificent closets for the sport shopper and a 120-yard field for the football fanatic.
The first residence is in North Scottsdale and overlooks the dramatic city lights, while also featuring sweeping mountain views. Perched on over two acres, this home is listed by Russ Lyon|Sotheby’s International Realty Agent Monica Monson and is on the market for $1,275,000. Located at 25150 North 96th Street this cozy 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home is perfect for a fitness buff, with a great exercise room and a sauna. And to relax when you’re not pumping iron, there’s a poolside putting green to work on your short game.
“This home was designed with easy living in mind and the personal sauna and backyard putting green are reflective of that,” said Monson. “This home also has an amazing family and dining room set up with glass sliders and a wet bar – perfect for entertaining guests.”
The second home, listed for $5,400,000 by Russ Lyon|Sotheby’s International Realty Agent Rusty Davis, has it all. Located at 6510 E. Bar Z Ln. in Paradise Valley, this 6-bedroom, 10-bathroom home covers all of the bases. The backyard of this estate boasts a batting cage, baseball diamond and a football field. For equine lovers this property has a professional horse setup, which includes five stalls with comfort padding, a tack room, paddock for each stall, a hot walker, training arena, grandstand, barn, office/laundry/bathroom and large riding arena with mirrors. And for the less athletically inclined home owner? Try hitting around the tether ball or jumping on the trampoline. This luxurious family compound invites five-star resort comparisons and is also ideal for swimmers with its heated diving pool.If making the Olympic swim team isn’t on your bucket list, the pool is just as enjoyable with the built-in water slide.
“This nearly three-acre home really does have it all,” said Davis. “The amazing backyard isn’t all this sophisticated Santa Barbara estate has to offer. The stone and wood floors throughout, four fireplaces, and six bedrooms all with en suite baths and walk-in closets make this an ideal family home.”
The third extravagant sports centric estate listed by Russ Lyon|Sotheby’s International Realty Agent Julianna Lamoreaux is on the market for $2,150,000 in Paradise Valley. Located at 7801 N. Sherri Ln. this sanctuary below Quartz Ridge features a multi-purpose sports court. The sports court functions both as a full tennis/badminton court and a place to play half-court basketball. There’s no need to head to the country club with a backyard like the one featured at this expansive hillside home.
“Besides the beautiful yard this home has amazing window walls and sky lights, effectively bringing the outdoors to you inside,” said Lamoreaux. “The sports court really sells itself – tennis and basketball, plus a beautiful pool, and it’s great for an active family.”
The fourth home is a waterfront paradise. Listed by Russ Lyon|Sotheby’s International Realty Agents Susan Talarico and Tricia Cormie the home is listed for $1,435,000 and is located at 160 North Shore Lane in Gilbert. A great location in town, this 6-bedroom, 5-bathroom home has the feel of a vacation getaway. Water sport fanatics need only step out their back door. Located on a private water ski lake this lavish family-friendly home has its own sandy beach and is perfect for water ski professionals or even novices who just enjoy the water. The covered boat dock and party sized observation deck are a unique find in the middle of the desert, and the regulation slalom course and jump ramp make it feel like a ski vacation.
“This home is unlike most in the Valley,” said Cormie. “This lavish home is perfect for anyone who loves to entertain and wants to live by the water, while still enjoying all that the desert has to offer.”
The fifth home, with Revival Santa Fe architecture by the acclaimed Alan Tafoya AAI, is listed at $3,895,000 by Russ Lyon|Sotheby’s International Realty Agent Raymond Valle. Located in Carefree at 8741 East Silver Saddle Drive, this gated-entry home offers 5 bedrooms, 7.5 baths, 9 fireplaces and retractable walls of glass with commanding 360 degree views. It also includes a lap and diving pool, plus a spa, and an amazing backyard tennis court. Inside is an exercise room and sauna.
“The tennis court, fitness room and lap pool really make this a great home for anyone interested in fitness,” said Valle. “And the backyard is a sanctuary with private court yards, a gazebo, covered patios and a built-in BBQ.”
The final home is listed for $4,500,000 by Russ Lyon|Sotheby’s International Realty Agent Frank Aazami. Located in Scottsdale at 10324 East Calle de Las Brisas, this contemporary abode has a full-size hillside tennis and sport court, complete with a basketball hoop and hopscotch. Just under five acres, this home has an expensive interconnecting, coastal look.
“This home is great for anyone who plays or enjoys sports,” said Aazami. “It even has an exercise room and a trophy room – perfect for displaying all of your trophies and medals.”
