John L. Scott, the founder of John L. Scott Real Estate, was born near Glasgow, Scotland in 1898. In 1923 he set out upon on a two year journey that saw him immigrate to the United States, eventually settling in Seattle in 1925. Soon after his arrival, John L. Scott began working as a sales associate in a local real estate office and then in 1931, established his own real estate company, building a successful business on his integrity and ambition to provide the highest quality customer service.  

Three generations later, John L. Scott’s strong heritage continues through his grandson and current Chairman and CEO, J. Lennox Scott. What started with one office over seventy years ago has grown to become one of the largest independent residential real estate companies in the United States, with over 3,300 sales associates in more than 120 offices throughout Washington, Oregon and Idaho. 

“Over seventy years ago my grandfather succeeded at building John L. Scott because of his unwavering dedication to customer service. Today the same holds true as we endeavor to enhance the home ownership experience through the perfect balance of tradition and innovation,” said John L. Scott Chairman and CEO, J. Lennox Scott.

Today, John L. Scott Real Estate upholds the values and principles established by Lennox’s grandfather more than seven decades ago, maintaining the highest standard of professional service in residential home sales. Using technology to provide enhanced service, we offer instant marketing, instant information, and instant transaction processes with a human touch.

We are proud to have been a part of the rich history of the Northwest for over 70 years and we look forward to helping you with all of your real estate needs. 

	Chairman and CEO, J. Lennox Scott, is the third generation owner and leader of John L. Scott Real Estate. His commitment to quality service and strong customer relationships is reflected in the company’s marketing programs, business philosophies and Internet strategies. Lennox was recently recognized for his dedication to the industry by Realtor Magazine, who named him one of the nation's ‘Top 25 Most Influential People in Real Estate’. Following this, Lennox was also honored by REAL Trends as one of the nation’s ‘Five Most Admired Individuals’ in real estate. Most recently, Lennox published his first book entitled Next Generation Real Estate.
	Lennox's father, W. Lennox Scott, completed his education at the Harvard School of Business and joined the company in 1954. During the two decades of his leadership, the company expanded its influence in the growing Puget Sound area, gaining an impressive share of sales and dominating emerging markets throughout the region. W. Lennox Scott passed away unexpectedly in 1977, leaving the ownership and management of his company to his young son J. Lennox Scott.
	John L. Scott was born near Glasgow, Scotland in 1898. In 1923, he immigrated to the United States, arriving at Ellis Island. In 1925, he set off across the country with his wife Lael and young son W. Lennox Scott in a Model-T Ford that was destined for San Diego, "I arrived in Seattle on July 12,” said John L., as he was affectionately referred to, “it was like reaching City Beautiful in Pilgrim’s Progress.” San Diego was quickly forgotten; Seattle would become the Scott family’s new home. There soon after, John L. began working as a sales associate at a local real estate company. In 1931, he established his own real estate company and built a reputation based on providing the highest quality customer service. John L. Scott passed away in 1986 at the age of 87. He is fondly remembered as a gentleman, a dedicated family man, and a community leader.