Mark Thomas & Shawna Perkins

I represent luxury homes in Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree as co-founder of Thomas & Perkins Luxury Estates at Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty, alongside my partner Shawna Perkins.

My path here was unusual. I grew up in England and spent my first career as a designer, then moved to New York in 1997 and ran an antique gallery in Chelsea importing 19th-century European furniture and art. Sotheby's International Realty later asked me to produce and host Extraordinary Angles, the lifestyle series that launched its YouTube channel. I traveled the country filming some of the nation's finest homes, served as a brand ambassador and consulted on digital marketing, and that work led to my real estate license with Sotheby's International Realty.

That background shapes how I sell homes today: a designer's eye for what makes a property exceptional, and the production experience to present it to buyers worldwide. Years of visits to Arizona and a growing appreciation for its light and landscape brought me to Scottsdale for good.

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Recognized with Chairman’s Board and President’s Club honors at Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, Shawna Perkins represents luxury homes, new construction, and land opportunities throughout Paradise Valley and Scottsdale. Her results include a Camelback Mountain estate that sold for $1 million above asking in just 48 hours, a standout transaction that attracted attention across Arizona.

A partner in the Thomas & Perkins Group alongside Mark Thomas, Shawna brings a deliberate approach to pricing, presentation, and negotiation. She understands that exceptional properties require an individual strategy, with marketing that communicates their character and reaches the buyers most likely to appreciate their value.

Her work spans established luxury communities, distinctive estates, and opportunities for new development. Through the Luxury Estates Builder Initiative, Shawna collaborates with Mark Thomas and Colt Stevens to support luxury builders and developers with land acquisition, market positioning, and sales strategy. This perspective allows her to consider both a property’s current appeal and its future potential.

For Shawna, strong representation begins with listening carefully and advising candidly. She takes time to understand what matters to each client, offering clear recommendations and personal attention throughout the transaction. Whether guiding a seller through a significant sale or helping a buyer evaluate the right opportunity, she approaches the relationship with discretion, care, and a commitment to protecting her client’s interests.

As a Paradise Valley resident and member of Top Agent Network, Shawna pairs local connections with the international reach of Sotheby’s International Realty. Her clients benefit from a perspective rooted in the communities she serves and a network that extends well beyond Arizona.