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Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA Real Estate News

By Tuba Ghannadi, In Harmony With Your Real Estate Needs
(RE/MAX Estate Properties)
Palos Verdes residents are making sure that the senior population has plenty of activities and services that are available here on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. The nonprofit PV Seniors was started in 1982 and is self supporting, not a department of any of the four cities on the Peninsula or any other public agency. but is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors.Every month they offer a calendar of events for our seniors to enjoy from Exercise Classes, Writers Groups, Mah Jong, Yoga, Spanish Class, Bingo, Ping Pong, trips and more. On the first Saturday of the month, Coffee & Cars takes place at the Peninsula Center where you can enjoy viewing classic automobiles from 7:30 – 9:00 a.m.One of the more popular activities is the Lecture Series which is offered every Wednesday, starting at ...
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By Elaine Murphy Carlson
(RE/MAX Estates Properties)
The Palos Verdes Beach and Athletic Club located in Palos Verdes Estates is once again offering their swim lesson program to both members and non-members at the PVBAC pool.  Lessons are provided for children of all levels and are capped at 1 instructor per 6 students.  This is not for recreational swimming, but for the specific lesson/program being offered.  For a Palos Verdes Estates resident, a non-member session is $180.  The program does fill up quickly so it’s important to enroll now if you are a member, otherwise non-member sign ups will start on Monday, April 30, 2018, for Palos Verdes residents.  If classes are still available on May 11, 2018, non residents may apply at a fee session of $200.  You should print the program brochure and have registration & waiver forms filled out/...
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By Elaine Murphy Carlson
(RE/MAX Estates Properties)
Palos Verdes Art Center is offering its Summer Art Camps 2018 with a variety of classes for Palos Verdes homes owners’ children to enjoy here on the Peninsula.  These classes will encourage your children to develop their creativity and skills and just find some new ways to have fun!  Each week’s theme and activities, designed by art educators, are different.  Classes are divided into age appropriate groups. Age Group 5 – 7   June 18 – June 22 June 25 – June 29 Students will enhance their reading and writing skills while awakening their imagination by creating a story and building a model.  In this week long program, students will engage in meaningful  interactive activities such as visits by professional artists, and guided tours of PVAC exhibitons.  This art camp is designed to develo...
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By Tuba Ghannadi, In Harmony With Your Real Estate Needs
(RE/MAX Estate Properties)
RE/MAX Estate Properties Palos Verdes Market Report is out for the first quarter of the 2018 year. I will be discussing the results of the report within the next few days. The Market Data Report shows the number of single family residents properties that have sold and what the average price ranges are. Some of the information that we will be covering are the number of units sold, average square foot range, price range, average price comparisons (2017-2018) and average price per square foot.During the first quarter of 2018 Palos Verdes had 171 total sales, San Pedro had 111 and Harbor City had 36.Currently, there are 170 single family homes for sale on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, priced from $750,000 to $40,000,000. There are also 26 condo/townhomes for sale priced from $424,868 to $1,99...
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By Elaine Murphy Carlson
(RE/MAX Estates Properties)
During the month of May 2018, the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy is offering outdoor hikes/activities for Palos Verdes home owners to enjoy including bird walks, nature walks with naturalists, nocturnal full moon walk and volunteer opportunities which are listed below. Special Events:  Guided Nature Walk by Palos Verdes Land Conservancy at White Point Nature Preserve, will take place on Saturday, May 12, 2018, at 9:00 a.m.  You will be able to view a premier example of the restoration coastal sage scrub habitat and stop at a former gun emplacement to learn about the military history of the area.  There will also be activities for the whole family at the Nature Education Center.  This is considered a moderate walk and is free and open to the public.  The nature preserve is locat...
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By Tuba Ghannadi, In Harmony With Your Real Estate Needs
(RE/MAX Estate Properties)
I’ve just listed this gorgeous condo located at 6526 Ocean Crest Drive #A-202, in Rancho Palos Verdes for only $1850/month.Located in the Country Club neighborhood, this lovely condo has one bedroom/ one bath, and opens up to a large patio. The unit features a marble entry, updated kitchen with granite counter tops and ample closet space. This complex has great amenities with two pools, spa, gym and club house.This condo won’t be available for long. If you have any questions about my new lease listing, or if you are interested in selling or purchasing residential or commercial property, please feel free to contact me at (310) 686-4688.Originally posted to Tuba Ghannadi's real estate blog Aboutpv.com. 
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By Elaine Murphy Carlson
(RE/MAX Estates Properties)
2017 Palos Verdes homes sales for the Rolling Hills neighborhood decreased to 19 single family homes sold compared to 21 in 2016.   Price per square foot for Rolling Hills houses that sold in the first half of 2017 increased to $801 from $800 in 2016, a 0.1% decrease.  Average sale price for Rolling Hills homes sold in 2017 was $3,181,658 compared to $3,509,490 in 2016.  The most expensive home sold for $6,200,000 and the lowest priced home sold for $1,319,000. Currently, Rolling Hills has 24 active Palos Verdes homes for sale.  There are 24 single family homes ranging in price from $1,895,000 for a 3 bedroom/3 bath, 2,257 square foot home, to $40,000,000 for a 9 bedroom/25 bath, 51,000 square foot home.  There are no condo/townhomes for sale in this area. For background and history on ...
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By Tuba Ghannadi, In Harmony With Your Real Estate Needs
(RE/MAX Estate Properties)
Summer is just around the corner, and now is the time to look for a special location for that perfect party. Whether you are planning for a wedding location, children’s party or even a meeting place, the Palos Verdes Peninsula has a great selection of perfect venues. Palos Verdes parks offer facility rentals from playground arenas, enclosed facilities to outdoor view locations that can accommodate from 15-150 people. Below is a list of park facility rentals that each have their own special niche.Robert E.Ryan Community Park is located at 30359 Hawthorne Boulevard, Rancho Palos Verdes. This beautiful park has a small indoor facility with one room available for rent. The Activity Room will accommodate 30 people and has a linoleum floor, sink, counter space and small outdoor patio. This is...
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By Tuba Ghannadi, In Harmony With Your Real Estate Needs
(RE/MAX Estate Properties)
Palos Verdes residents are ready for spring and for the start of the Malaga Cove Art Shows that are back for their new season 2018. Here you can meet with local artists and art collectors one weekend a month from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in a family friendly outdoor environment. The first shows will be starting on Saturday & Sunday, April 14 & 15, 2018, and will continue on May 19 & 20, June 23 & 24, July 21 & 22, August 18 & 19, and September 15 & 16, 2018.Our local Palos Verdes Art Center is responsible for these festivities and invites the community to meet with over 30 talented local artists from seven different art groups affiliated with the Center. These artists will be exhibiting not only paintings, but also photographs, ceramic goods, and custom jewelry. This is all made possible...
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By Tuba Ghannadi, In Harmony With Your Real Estate Needs
(RE/MAX Estate Properties)
I’ve just listed this gorgeous condo located at 3602 W. Estates Lane #108, in Rolling Hills Estates for only $1900/month.This is a lovely one bedroom, one bath unit on the first floor with private patio in “The Estates” complex. The living room has wood flooring and opens up to a nice private patio. The kitchen is updated with granite countertops, and the full bathroom has also been upgraded. There is lots of storage in this unit. This complex has a great resort feeling with waterfalls, tennis courts, swimming pool, spa, gym and club house.This lovely unit won’t be available for long. If you have any questions about my new lease listing, or if you are interested in selling or purchasing residential or commercial property, please feel free to contact me at (310) 686-4688.Originally poste...
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By Tuba Ghannadi, In Harmony With Your Real Estate Needs
(RE/MAX Estate Properties)
The Palos Verdes Market Data Report for the 1st quarter of 2018 shows a total of 140 homes closed escrow, compared to 133 homes that sold in the first three months of 2017. The average price for Palos Verdes homes sold in these three months was $1,755,771 compared to $1,797,913 in 2017, which is a -2.3% decrease. The average price per square foot during these three months was $653 compared to $633 in 2017, which is a 3.2% increase.The area that sold the most homes during this time was Palos Verdes Drive North with a total of 17. Coming in second was the Lunada Bay/Margate area with 16 closed sales, and Valmonte & Palos Verdes Drive East both had 13 sales.Currently, the Palos Verdes has 188 homes for sale. There are 159 single family homes for sale starting at $839,000 for a 2 bedroom/2 ...
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By Elaine Murphy Carlson
(RE/MAX Estates Properties)
Palos Verdes residents are always looking for fun activities to enjoy with their families.  On Saturday, April 28, 2018, the 13th Annual Country Carnival will take place at the Empty Saddle Club.  Come and enjoy a fun outing from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. that all ages will appreciate.  This event has free admission and visitors are able to join in the silent auction, raffle, children’s games, pony rides, petting zoo, arts & crafts, line dancing and live music.You will be able to purchase food from vendors while enjoying the horsemanship activities that will be entertaining the crowd. This event is a fundraiser for the Ride to Fly therapeutic horseback riding organization.  This is a great organization starting from the way they care for their horses, to the number of wonderful volunteers...
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By Elaine Murphy Carlson
(RE/MAX Estates Properties)
2017 Palos Verdes homes sales for the Palos Verdes Drive North neighborhood decreased to 65 single family homes sold compared to 68 in 2016.   Price per square foot for Palos Verdes Drive North houses that sold in the first half of 2017 decreased to $598 from $600 in 2016, a -0.3% decrease. Average sale price for Palos Verdes Drive North homes sold in 2017 was $1,690,207 compared to $1,624,693 in 2016.  The most expensive home sold for $2,990,000 and the lowest priced home sold for $920,000. Currently, Palos Verdes Drive North has 6 active Palos Verdes homes for sale.  There are 5 single family homes ranging in price from $1,099,000 for a 3 bedroom/2 bath, 1,656 square foot home, to $3,695,000 for a 4 bedroom/5 bath, 3,588 square foot home.  There is 1 condo/townhome for sale for $720,0...
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By Elaine Murphy Carlson
(RE/MAX Estates Properties)
The Palos Verdes Art Center’s spring session registration is filling up fast for “The Studio School” where classes are being taught for both children and adults.The children’s classes available this session include: Paint,Cut,Paste,Play! for pre-K & Kindergarten, Exploring Art for Kindergarten & 1st grade, Storytelling & Illustration, Youth Drawing, Cartooning, Printmaking, Watercolor & Pastel for 2nd & 3rd Grades, Botanical Art, Drawing & Painting for 4th & 5th grades, and Drawing & Painting & Youth Wheel for 6th & 7th Grades. They will also be offering the Culinary Club this year for students 8 -12 years of age, and Printing Immersion for high school students.Some of the adult classes that are available this Spring are Art History, Asian Art History, Ceramics, Intro to the Wheel, Surf...
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By Elaine Murphy Carlson
(RE/MAX Estates Properties)
Palos Verdes Peninsula Education Foundation (PEF) will be holding its annual “Main Event” fundraiser at Terranea Resort on Saturday, May 12, 2018, to raise additional funds for the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District.  This year’s event “Totally 80’s Bash” is meant to be a reminisce about music by Devo, Blondie, Men at Work and Tears for Fears.  Remember shoulder pads, Members Only jackets, leg warmers, Pac Man, Rubik’s Cube, everything neon and dot matrix printer paper?  You will enjoy cocktails, dinner and dancing at Terranea Resort.The Palos Verdes Peninsula Education Foundation was founded in 1979 to raise much needed money for our schools that the State was not providing.  PEF’s first gift to the School District was $250,000.  The number of students and amount of governm...
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By Elaine Murphy Carlson
(RE/MAX Estates Properties)
 Terranea is known for its breathtaking views and outstanding restaurants, but did you know that it has its own Falconer on the premises?  Falconry has been around for a long time, and today world trained raptors still make their way around the Peninsula enjoying the sport.  Terranea Resort instituted the program at the resort because of the large seagull population which would encroach into the restaurant areas.  Falcons help to sway the seagulls away from this area which of course is popular with those staying at the resort.Terranea offers a weekly complimentary meet and greet Thursday through Sunday, from 11:00 to 11:30 a.m.  You will learn about these magnificent birds and you can even pet the Eagle Owl that is on site.  If you are looking for a private demonstration, they take plac...
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By Tuba Ghannadi, In Harmony With Your Real Estate Needs
(RE/MAX Estate Properties)
 Recently, Victor Samaan of Bank of America sent over this appreciation map to show how the rates vary throughout the states. It was amazing to see the overall rates of the state of California, and how it relates to the rest of the country. Here is how it was presented.The map illustrates the top states for property appreciation rates year over year. Property appreciation is calculated based on repeat sales of the same properties, which can avoid the problem of trying to account for price differences in homes with varying characteristics. Increasing home prices usually indicate rising demand, while decreasing prices reflect falling demand.All states saw property appreciation versus one year ago, with Washington, Nevada, Utah, Idaho and South Dakota leading as the top five. Washington’s ...
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By Elaine Murphy Carlson
(RE/MAX Estates Properties)
 2017 Palos Verdes homes sales for the Valmonte neighborhood increased to 52 single family homes sold compared to 39 in 2016.  Price per square foot for Valmonte houses that sold in 2017 was $738 which was the same as 2016.  Average sales price for Valmonte homes sold in 2017 was $1,671,038 compared to $1,643,963 in 2016.  The most expensive home sold for $2,800,000 and the lowest priced home sold for $1,070,000. Currently, Valmonte has 8 active Palos Verdes homes for sale.  There are 8 single family homes ranging in price from $1,398,000 for a 4 bedroom/2 bath, 1,946 square foot home, to $2,400,000 for a 5 bedroom/5 bath, 4,013 square foot home.  There are no condos/townhomes in this area. For background and history on Valmonte Listing Area 164, please click here to read my prior artic...
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By Maureen Megowan, Palos Verdes Real Estate Blog
(Remax Estate Properties - )
The inventory of unsold condos and townhomes on the Palos Verdes Peninsula of 20 units at the end of March is down approx. 37% compared to this time a year ago. The average number of sales per month over the last 3 months of 10 units per month down approx. 24% compared to a year ago however. There are 17 units in escrow at the end of March, however.   The average price per square foot of condos and townhomes sold on the Palos Verdes Peninsula over the last 3 months of $500 per sq. ft. is up 12% over the similar period last year.     The average days on market to sell a condo or townhome on the Palos Verdes Peninsula has been approx. 1 to 2 months recently. Condos and townhomes are currently selling at an average of 98% of list price.   With 20 units for sale at the end of March and the ...
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By Maureen Megowan, Palos Verdes Real Estate Blog
(Remax Estate Properties - )
Summary: The number of homes listed for sale on the Palos Verdes Peninsula has increased to seasonal levels, but the number of homes on the market at the end of March is 4% lower than at this time last year but the number of homes sold during the last three months is up 7% compared to the prior year, resulting in unsold inventory of just over 3 months supply. Prices per square foot are down approx. 3% compared to the prior year's quarterly average. Lower priced homes are moving faster than the upper end of the market. The market has also been very active with houses taking only approx. 2 months to sell. The number of properties listed for sale for the overall Palos Verdes Peninsula at the end of March of 152 properties is 4% lower than at the same time last year, and the average number ...
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