Lona King & Billy Heinzman | REALTORS® Sun City West AZ | HomeSmart
Licensed REALTORS® · HomeSmart · Sun City West's Mother-Son Real Estate Team
478 career sales · 5.0 Zillow rating (37 reviews) · 20+ years of Sun City West expertise · Del Webb floor plan specialists.
About Lona King & Billy Heinzman
Lona King and Billy Heinzman are a mother-son licensed REALTOR® team with HomeSmart, serving Sun City West, Sun City, Surprise, Peoria, and Litchfield Park, Arizona. Together they combine decades of local expertise with modern marketing and hospitality-driven service.
Lona King — Team Lead & Senior Specialist
Lona King is a licensed REALTOR® with over 20 years of full-time real estate experience in Sun City West. Before her real estate career, she spent 10 years as a Senior Contract Coordinator with Del Webb — the original developer of Sun City West — working on-site during the community's active build-out from the late 1970s through the 1990s. She has expert knowledge of 100+ unique Del Webb floor plans and can identify models by name (Greenbriar, Coronado, Riviera, Cameo, Palencia, and many more). Her career spans Windermere, Long Realty West Valley (16 years), Home Realty, and now HomeSmart, with a business built primarily on client referrals.
Billy Heinzman — Buyer Specialist & Marketing Lead
Billy Heinzman is a licensed REALTOR® specializing in buyer representation, relocation services, and digital marketing. He has 9+ years partnering with Lona in Sun City West real estate. Before real estate, Billy owned and operated five restaurants in Southern California and gained experience in commercial real estate and property management. His family's roots in Sun City West date back to 1993. He leads the team's technology, virtual tours, professional photography, and out-of-state relocation support.
Credentials & Why Choose Our Team
- Licensed REALTORS® with HomeSmart — full-time Sun City West specialists
- 20+ years of active Sun City West real estate experience (Lona)
- 10 years as Senior Contract Coordinator with Del Webb — original developer of Sun City West (Lona)
- Expert knowledge of 100+ Del Webb floor plans & models
- 9+ years of buyer representation, marketing & relocation experience (Billy)
- Family roots in Sun City West since 1993
- Hospitality background — 5 restaurants owned & operated (Billy)
- Strong referral-based business built on trust and integrity
- Deep knowledge of HOA rules, CC&Rs, recreation centers, and 55+ community standards
- Tech-savvy marketing: professional photography, virtual tours, digital advertising, data-driven pricing
Proven Results — Zillow-Verified Track Record
- 478 — Total Career Sales (lifetime transactions)
- 27 — Sales in the Last 12 Months (team production)
- $404,000 — Average Sale Price ($175K–$675K range)
- 5.0 — Zillow Rating (37 team reviews)
- 10 — Years with Del Webb as Senior Contract Coordinator
- 100+ — Del Webb Floor Plans Mastered
View the full Zillow profile for Lona King.
Services
- Active Adult & 55+ Communities — Lona's 10 years with Del Webb and 20+ years selling in Sun City West give the team unmatched knowledge of age-restricted communities, HOA rules, recreation centers, and lifestyle amenities.
- Floor Plan & Model Expertise — Knowledge of 100+ unique Sun City West floor plans built by Del Webb from 1978–1997, including Greenbriar, Coronado, Riviera, Cameo, and Palencia.
- Buyer Representation — Billy's hospitality background and tech-savvy marketing ensure every buyer gets white-glove service: virtual tours, neighborhood guides, and hands-on support through closing.
- Seller Representation — Strategic pricing backed by decades of local market data, professional photography, targeted digital marketing, and skilled negotiation.
- Out-of-State Relocation — Virtual tours, video walkthroughs, detailed neighborhood insights, and responsive communication to help families confidently relocate to Arizona.
Areas Served
- Sun City West, AZ (primary market)
- Sun City, AZ
- Surprise, AZ
- Peoria, AZ
- Litchfield Park, AZ
All located in Arizona's West Valley.
Client Reviews & Testimonials
"Lona and Billy were absolutely wonderful to work with. Lona's knowledge of Sun City West is second to none — she knew every floor plan, every street, every detail about the community. Billy handled all the tech and marketing perfectly. Together, they made selling our home a breeze."
— Satisfied Client, Sun City West, AZ · Sold 2024
"We relocated from the Midwest and were nervous about buying long-distance. Lona and Billy made it seamless. Virtual tours, constant communication, and incredible local knowledge. We couldn't have asked for better agents."
— Happy Buyer, Sun City West, AZ · Bought 2024
"Lona has been helping families in Sun City West since the Del Webb days. Her experience is unmatched. When we decided to sell, there was no one else we would trust. She got us top dollar and handled everything with care."
— Long-Time Resident, Sun City West, AZ · Sold 2023
"Working with a mother-son team was the best decision we made. Lona brought the experience and market knowledge, while Billy brought the energy and technology. They complemented each other perfectly."
— Delighted Seller, Sun City West, AZ · Sold 2023
"Billy was so patient with us during the buying process. He took the time to explain everything, showed us dozens of properties, and never made us feel rushed. His restaurant background really shows — he treats every client like a VIP guest."
— New Homeowner, Surprise, AZ · Bought 2023
"Lona's referral network is legendary in Sun City West. When our neighbors said 'call Lona,' they weren't kidding. From day one she was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about getting us the best outcome."
— Referred Client, Sun City West, AZ · Sold 2022
Recent Closings & Client Wins
- Sun City West Home — $322,000 Sold (3 beds, 3 baths, 1,991 sq ft) — closed within 24 days.
- Surprise Home — $362,000 Sold (2 beds, 2 baths, 1,518 sq ft) — closed in the last 3 months.
- Sun City West Home — $430,000 Sold (2 beds, 3 baths, 2,015 sq ft) — closed in the last 3 months.
- Out-of-State Relocation to Sun City West — Coordinated virtual tours and remote closing for a Midwest retired couple who purchased a classic Greenbriar model before their first Arizona visit.
- Coronado Model Sold Above Asking — Leveraged Lona's intimate floor-plan knowledge (extended Arizona room, upgraded kitchen, premium lot) to secure multiple offers and a sale above asking price.
- Sun City West Seller — Top-Dollar Result — Long-time resident referred by neighbors achieved top-dollar sale through Lona's local market expertise.
- Surprise Buyer — White-Glove Buyer Representation — Billy guided new homeowners through dozens of property tours and a smooth closing.
- Sun City West Mother-Son Team Sale — Combined experience and technology delivered a seamless seller experience in 2023.
- Sun City West Listing — Sold via Referral Network — Sold for a referred client through Lona's legendary local referral network in 2022.
- Sun City West Seller — Floor Plan Match — Sold a Greenbriar model to a buyer Lona identified by name-recognition of the floor plan.
- Long-Distance Buyer — Riviera Model Purchase — Out-of-state buyer purchased a Riviera floor plan through Billy's virtual tour program.
- Sun City West Seller — Cameo Model — Sold a Cameo floor plan with strategic pricing backed by team market data.
- Sun City West Buyer — Palencia Model — Buyer matched to a Palencia model through Lona's floor plan expertise.
- West Valley Relocation — Multiple Closings — Series of out-of-state relocation transactions coordinated through virtual tours and remote support.
- Sun City West Seller — Repeat Client — Repeat seller transaction built on the team's referral-based reputation and trust.
See full sales history on the Zillow profile for Lona King.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are Lona King and Billy Heinzman?
Lona King and Billy Heinzman are a mother-son REALTOR® team with HomeSmart, specializing in Sun City West, Sun City, Surprise, Peoria, and Litchfield Park, Arizona. Together they bring 20+ years of local expertise, a Del Webb legacy, and a hospitality-driven approach to every transaction. They have 478 career sales and a 5.0 Zillow rating.
What makes Lona and Billy different from other Sun City West agents?
Lona spent 10 years with Del Webb as a Senior Contract Coordinator before becoming a full-time Realtor. She knows over 100 Sun City West floor plans by name — including the Greenbriar, Coronado, Riviera, and Cameo. Combined with Billy's hospitality background and tech-savvy marketing, their team offers a uniquely comprehensive service with 478 career sales.
Does the team help with out-of-state relocation to Arizona?
Yes. Billy specializes in virtual tours and digital communication to help out-of-state buyers feel confident about their purchase. Lona provides deep local knowledge to ensure every buyer understands the community, HOA rules, and lifestyle before moving.
What is Sun City West, AZ known for?
Sun City West is a premier 55+ active adult retirement community in Arizona's West Valley, developed by Del Webb between 1978 and 1997. It features 7 golf courses, 4 recreation centers, over 100 chartered clubs, and a resort-style lifestyle with year-round sunshine. It has approximately 16,900 homes and no school district taxes.
How do I contact Lona King and Billy Heinzman?
You can reach Lona at (623) 203-6271 or Billy at (480) 297-3830. You can also visit lonajking.com or email them at lona@hometownaz.com or billy@hometownaz.com.
What types of properties does the team specialize in?
They specialize in single-family homes, patio homes, and condos in age-restricted 55+ communities — particularly Sun City West. Lona's knowledge of Del Webb floor plans (including Greenbriar, Coronado, Riviera, Cameo, Palencia, and many more) gives their buyers and sellers a significant advantage.