About Chris Karas
Christopher Karas | Founder, The Karas Group | Co-Founder, Compass Arizona As one of Arizona's most trusted names in luxury real estate, I specialize in representing the Valley's most distinguished homeowners and estates across Paradise Valley, Scottsdale, Arcadia, and Biltmore. With more than $2.5 billion in closed sales and recognition as a Top 25 agent in the United States, my focus is clear -- exceptional representation for exceptional properties. High-net-worth clients, professional athletes, and executives rely on my discretion, strategy, and negotiation strength to achieve record results. Every listing receives a tailored marketing plan, blending Compass Luxury's technology and global reach with The Karas Group's proven local expertise. If you're selling in Arizona's premier communities, I deliver more than a transaction -- I deliver an elevated experience, marked by trust, integrity, and performance. Your home deserves more than exposure. It deserves the right audience.
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Credentials
LICENSE
Real Estate - Arizona - # SA555869000
Specialties
- Buyer's Agent
- Investment Properties
- Listing Agent
- Luxury Specialist
- Property Management
- Real Estate Consulting
- Relocation
Awards
2026
TOP AGENT
Paradise Valley, AZ
FAQ
Buy smart, not fast. In the luxury market, success isn’t about finding a house — it’s about securing the right property at the right time. I advise my clients to focus on long-term value, location, and lifestyle fit. With my network and Compass Private Exclusives, I often help clients access listings before they ever hit the market.
Preparation and presentation are everything. The most successful sales begin with a strategic plan — bespoke marketing, precise pricing, and world-class presentation. My team and I create a tailored strategy for each property to maximize exposure among qualified buyers while maintaining discretion and control over the process.
I represent high-net-worth clients, professional athletes, executives, and entrepreneurs who value privacy, performance, and expertise. My clients trust me to deliver results and protect their interests — whether they’re buying or selling landmark properties throughout Paradise Valley, Scottsdale, Arcadia, and Biltmore.
One recent Paradise Valley sale stands out because it defined everything my clients value most — privacy, precision, and performance. The seller wanted to move quietly, with no public marketing, MLS exposure, or community attention.
I leveraged Compass’s Private Exclusive platform to present the property confidentially through the Compass Luxury and Sports & Entertainment Divisions, along with my curated private client network. Within days, one of my buyers submitted a cash offer above asking with a 10-day close — a seamless, off-market success that achieved a record price in total privacy.
It was a powerful reminder that discretion doesn’t limit opportunity — with the right connections and strategy, privacy becomes your greatest advantage.
I began my career with a passion for architecture and a commitment to service. After graduating from the University of Arizona, I launched The Karas Group to bring a higher standard of professionalism and performance to Arizona real estate. Over time, that mission evolved into representing the state’s most exclusive properties and clientele.
Beyond formal education, my expertise comes from experience — over $2.5 billion in closed sales across Arizona’s premier neighborhoods. As Co-Founder of Compass Arizona and a member of Compass Luxury and Compass Sports & Entertainment, I bring national reach, international marketing, and precision negotiation to every client relationship.
Contact Information
Location
4222 N. Marshall WayScottsdale, AZ, 85251
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$13,500,000
7bds | 9ba 10380 Acres
5721 N Casa Blanca Dr Paradise Valley, AZ 85253,USA
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$6,385,000
5bds | 6ba 7790 Acres
5401 E Mockingbird Ln Paradise Valley, AZ 85253,USA
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$3,249,000
5bds | 6ba 5605 Acres
3516 N 35th Pl Phoenix, AZ 85018,USA
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$8,900,000
5bds | 7ba 6932 Acres
7540 N Lakeside Ln Paradise Valley, AZ 85253,USA
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