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Just how many homes and properties has Preston Westmoreland taken us through on television?  Even we were amazed!  Here are just a few!  Preston's TV Tours



A world-class Legacy parcel of land ! You'll find peace, safety and sanctuary in this dramatic land, with cliffs, canyons, bordering a lake, and no HOA, includes capped well. Now with an even larger building area site. The City of Scottsdale has just released two critical and spectacular boulder easements for development into your plan!   This was the "Diamond" of  the former ranch of K.T. Palmer, the co-founder of the Town of Carefree.  Palmer, back in the early 1930's,  chose this property as the "anchor" of  640 acres he homesteaded.  The scenery and vistas ready for a landmark residence on a dramatic estate amid picturesque boulder outcroppings which can be incorporated into a private enclave. Nearly half of the Eastern side is open for development along the legendary Estancia golf course and pastoral lake, with Pinnacle Peak & city lights views. Expansive NAOS protecting your privacy on the North while at the entrance, an imposing cliff with seasonal waterfall and grotto, amphitheater walls, for the ultimate showcase entry for guests! Secretive areas  hidden in the boulders, perfect for a casita or artist's retreat.  It's like owning your own park!  KT Palmer raised his family here for 26 yrs and inspired his book ''For Land's Sake''. Horses  are ok as well. Property contains a capped well.   The KT Palmer Ranch  MLS 6645024 on 95th Street  Offered for $ 2.1 million.
Thanks to Russ Lyon Sotheby's and our publicists and marketing folks for getting the word out to the press about this listing. Thanks to the Phoenix Business Journal for covering the story. Here's another  sample story: Media Coverage






 37760 N. Concho Drive, in Carefree.   Timeless Contemporary design by Fred Linn Osmon features his superlative architecture with original details intact & some lovingly restored. Own a piece of architectural history in a community that enjoys tranquility, natural beauty, and a lifestyle that is truly Carefree!   MLS 6690630   3 bed/ 2.5 bath  Offered by Russ Lyon Sotheby's Global Real Estate Advisors Laura Shutt and Preston and Nancy Westmoreland   Offered for $ 1.45 million and shown by appointment. see more here:  Carefree Classic on Concho




All time record gold prices set and with the big run-up in gold prices, now, time to look into this historic mining property. We have recently sold patented gold mine properties, one near Scottsdale, Arizona.  Ask us about other available properties.  




 Interested in Skyranch?  Let us help you with your search and purchase. We are the Skyranch experts and have sold more houses, lots, hangars and townhomes than ANY other agents.  Also, we may have news of a stunning new listing coming in the future.   And as charter members, original board members, and Skyranch pilots, we can help you with all aspects of flying and living at  Skyranch.  Pilots and hangar owners at Skyranch for three decades, and forty year Carefree residents!   Call us for updates at 602-377-0060 preston.westmoreland@russlyon.com
As charter members and pilots at Skyranch, we know it well.  We have sold some wonderful homes and lots.  Lower left, that lot sold for a record $1.5 million, home on the right was a Spanish Hacienda on two lots, bordering the golf course, with a separate casita.  Buyer was a pilot and car collector who loved all the space for his toys!  Let us know what you're looking for and we will start our search! Preston was also the radio commercial voice of Stellar Airpark Estates!  




RECENTLY SOLD, FOR THE SECOND TIME!   $ 1,020,000  One of the most unique land buys in the state!  The perfect property for the unsettled times we live in. Go off-grid, but close to town. a 40 acre parcel of patented land with a famous gold mine and all mineral rights included, possible helipad, homesite on a  dramatic cliff overseeing the lights of Phoenix.  Mine tunnels too! There is nothing like this.  $ 1.1 million. Used on location by Hollywood, surrounded by Forest and BLM land, check the video tour and TV coverage on Fox and the historical information on this land.  The Last Outpost 40 acres
Watch the video on gathering gold  ore too!  See the video tour by drone!  The Last Outpost Drone Tour




This home is not currently available.  Thank you. Contact us for latest status and more info..   
A best deal, not on the main road!  And now home and garage have a brand new roof!  7830 E. Carefree Estates Circle, Carefree.  $860,000  Sought-after private home in Carefree Estates. Nice landscaping gives you a private world in this Iconic Carefree neighborhood!  Located in one of Carefree Estates quietest and most desirable locations, away from the road. Surrounded by an oasis of greenery. single-level living and there's a transferable whole house warranty. This is the sought-after 3-bedroom residence and tastefully upgraded. Very private rear patio and near the community pool and spa. Wood floors with natural travertine tiles, granite counters in bath and kitchen. And a gas range for the gourmet! You'll love the spacious Great Room with multiple conversation areas for your guests, separate media room. Owner has put in a two-zone AC and Heating system with upgraded ductwork, imposing double leaded glass entry, double privacy doors for the office with rain glass. There are 2 AC's (6  tons of air conditioning!) , 2 Water Heaters, additional Retrofoam has been added for more efficient insulation, more lighting has been added for that "light and bright" look. 




RECENTLY SOLD, $ 765,000 CONGRATULATIONS TO BUYER AND SELLER.  Thank you. 
Bonus! A new $17,000 roof  was included!  7809 E. Carefree Drive, Carefree Estates two-bedroom.  Move-in ready to enjoy $250,000 in total renovations and addition of a 2-car garage. Also the perfect lock-and-leave with a super large patio Delight in this quiet residence close to town restaurants and shopping, concerts. Electrical service has been upgraded to 200 amp, new AC and Furnace, Kitchens and bath have all new custom wood cabinetry, new bathrooms, new tankless water heater, Large covered patio w/ BBQ. Features 2 master suites w/ensuite baths, Rolling shutters that cover the patio door entrances, perfect for your trips away! There's a private community pool and spa. New ductwork professionally installed also.   Offered for $779,000  MLS 6644856  See more here:  Carefree Estates 2 Bedroom


Build your dream home in Tonto Hills on this 2.2 acre lot!  A recreational paradise, near the Tonto National Forest with hiking, Indian Ruins to see, miles of off-roading trails, and near boating with a full-service marina at Bartlett Lake Marina!  Enjoy the popular Raven's View Wine Bar minutes away too!  Stunning views in all directions, including Four Peaks and all located in the cooler and clearer air above Phoenix, yet just a short drive to all the attractions. Lot is located at approximately 3400 feet elevation. Water and electricity are in the cul de sac and the corners are marked. An ideal place to build at a higher elevation with cooler temperatures and beautiful views.  MLS 6653723  Offered for $ 310,000 at Yucca Lane, 86.   Represented by Russ Lyon Sotheby's agents Karen Cahill and Preston Westmoreland at the Carefree office.  Call if you have any questions!





With modules made in a Phoenix factory,  delivered by truck and assembled by crane, this prototype residence of the future was a stunner!  We were honored to sell the company the lot, and then found a wonderful renter who loved it.  See the incredible photos of the truck transport and crane operation below, that had the whole town talking!   There is nothing like this showcase contemporary residence of minimalist Industrial design, built to exemplify the mountain and desert views of Carefree, with a cosmopolitan ''loft'' feel,. And next to the world-famous Boulder Resort, on Stagecoach Pass, and several doors down from famous broadcaster Hugh Down's former home.  Floor to ceiling treated windows with cork floors on the upper level, finished concrete on the bottom, with 90 degree opening walk-out doors. Open floor plan with panoramic mountain, golf course and city light vistas! Private office, Kitchen has large sweeping granite island, built-in Miele appliances, whole house WiFi. Lower floor entertainment room opens to a view patio. Even the garage is a stunner.  Full-floor-to-ceiling glass walls.  Dramatic cork floors upstairs.  glass-enclosed garage. Just in case you're curious. it rented for $ 20,000 a month but no longer available in the rental market.  Call for us for updates.  3 bed/4bath approx. 4300 sq. ft. 

 


 
With a substantial price adjustment, available, possible business opportunity?  Level, very buildable property near the hot commercial corridor South of Carefree Highway and West of Cave Creek Road with frontage on Westland Blvd. Property is 3/10 of a mile from WalMart's main entrance.  5141 E. Westland Road, Cave Creek.  Older manufactured home on the site which can be scraped. Adjacent property with Cave Creek Road frontage is listed for sale thru another brokerage, to add to the size of available land.. Ask us about any other contiguous parcels that may be available. Please do not enter the property without Realtor approval. A sign is on the occupied property.  MLS # 6215457.  Photo below right looks North toward professional nursery, and beyond, WalMart, Sprouts, Chase Bank, Dunn Edwards Paint, Starbucks, Dutch's Coffee, Auto Zone, Tractor Supply, Sun Devil Auto, and many more that have recently gone in.
Offered for $ 550,000