2016 Palos Verdes homes sales for the Peninsula Center neighborhood decreased to 24 single family homes sold in 2016 compared to 25 in 2015.  Price per square foot for Peninsula Center houses that sold in 2016 increased to $533 compared to $512 in 2015 a 4.1% increase.  Average sales price for Peninsula Center homes sold in 2016 was $1,196,779 compared to $1,107,280 in 2015.  The most expensive home sold for $1,511,185 and the lowest priced home sold for $930,000.Currently, Peninsula Center  has 6 active Palos Verdes homes for sale.  There are 5 single family homes ranging in price from $1,100,000 for a 3 bedroom/2 bath, 1,800 square foot home, to $1,549,000 for a 5 bedroom/3 bath, 2,594 square foot home.  There is 1 condo/townhome for sale at $679,000 for a 3 bedroom/2 bath, 1,240 squa... 07/07/2017

Here is another wonderful opportunity for Palos Verdes homes owners to relax and enjoy live outdoor entertainment here on our beautiful Palos Verdes Peninsula.  This is the 20th year of Shakespeare By The Sea performances, and this year they will be presenting “The Taming of the Shrew” and “Macbeth.”  The Taming of the Shrew is the story of the rebellious Katherina who stands in the way of her younger sister Bianca’s marriage, fortune hunter Petruchio is enlisted to “tame” the elder daughter, freeing a path for Bianca’s motley suitors.  Macbeth tells the story of the supernatural prophecy where Macbeth and his Lady embark on an ambitious quest to win the Scottish Throne.  In the aftermath of their success, we glimpse at a world torn apart when a volatile, paranoid tyrant becomes King.Po... 06/29/2017

This charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,856 square foot home, is located at 28623 N. Enrose Avenue in Rancho Palos Verdes. It is now on the market for only $948,800,   and I’m sure will not be on the market long. This home features an open concept, a remodeled kitchen with granite counters and large center island. The house has fireplaces located in both the living room, and the family room. There is also an additional room that can be used as an office or formal dining room.This home is close to shopping, restaurants and the freeway. It is also within the Palos Verdes award winning school system.This beautiful home will be held open this Saturday from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.To see the Virtual Tour of the property click here.For more information on this property contact Tuba Ghannadi at (310) 686-4... 06/29/2017

Palos Verdes real estate sales May 2017 for Palos Verdes homes increased significantly compared to April.  76 Palos Verdes houses sold in May which is an increase from the 48 homes sold in April and about the same as the the 75 homes that sold in May 2016.  There were 91 Palos Verdes single family homes pending in May which increased from the 78 homes pending in April.  The number of active Palos Verdes homes for sale in May (209) was an increase from the 187 homes for sale in April. Average sales price for Palos Verdes homes sold in May decreased to $1,754,000 from $1,789,000 in April and increased from the $1,673,000 in May 2016.  Price per square foot for Palos Verdes houses that sold/closed escrow in May decreased to $618 from $636 in April.  Average days on market in May decreased... 06/28/2017

                          Palos Verdes Fourth of July Celebrations 2017 gives Palos Verdes homes owners two different kind of festivities to enjoy during the daylight hours.  One will take place at Malaga Cove School and the other at Point Vicente Park Community Center – each one giving residents a full day of fun.Palos Verdes Estates homes owners will be holding their 56th Annual Independence Day Celebration at Malaga Cove School.  The celebration is an annual community tradition where volunteers work together to provide a day of family fun and a renewed sense of appreciation for our independence and freedom.  This year’s Kenneth T. Norris Heritage of Freedom Award recipient is Maureen Nunn, educator, humanitarian & author.  The Van Dine Family Americanism Award will also be presented ... 06/27/2017

2016 Palos Verdes homes sales for the Crest neighborhood increased to 34 single family homes sold in 2016 compared to 32 in 2015.  Price per square foot for Crest houses that sold in 2016 increased to $545 compared to $517 in 2015 a 5.5% increase.  Average sales price for Crest homes sold in 2016 was $1,353,270 compared to $1,281,602 in 2015.  The most expensive home sold for $1,710,000 and the lowest priced home sold for $995,000.Currently, Crest has 18 active Palos Verdes homes for sale.  There are 3 single family homes ranging in price from $1,349,000 for a 4 bedroom/3 bath, 2,424 square foot home, to $1,450,000 for a 4 bedroom/3 bath, 2,661 square foot home.  There are 15 condo/townhomes ranging in price from $498,000 for a 2 bedroom/2 bath, 1,240 square foot home, to $1,146,367 for... 06/27/2017

This charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,856 square foot home, is located at 28623 N. Enrose Avenue in Rancho Palos Verdes. It will be coming on the market soon for only $948,800,   and I’m sure will not be on the market long. This home features an open concept, a remodeled kitchen with granite counters and large center island. The house has fireplaces located in both the living room, and the family room. There is also an additional room that can be used as an office or formal dining room.This home is close to shopping, restaurants and the freeway. It is also within the Palos Verdes award winning school system.For more information on this property contact Tuba Ghannadi at (310) 686-4688.Originally posted to Tuba Ghannadi's real estate blog Aboutpv.com. 06/22/2017

The Palos Verdes Library District offers reading activities for children as young as 6 months through grade twelve.  Members may read any books and also try some reading activities that are fun, exciting, informative and funny.  They can track their progress online or use classic paper reading logs.  The theme this year, “Find a World of Wonders,” reminds children and parents that reading opens up the world to us all!  Go to https://pvld.beanstack.org/reader365  to keep track of your children’s reading and help them earn cool prizes and online awards while they are enjoying stories.  The registration for this program has just begun, so either go online or you can sign up at the Library.Kids going into grades K-5 will earn achievement patches, similar to boy scout badges but unique to PV... 06/20/2017

Palos Verdes Fun Local Summer Camps 2017!los Verdes has a great selection of local summer camp fun for their residents.  As Summer is quickly approaching, it is time to start looking for activities for your children.  Below are a few of the activities and camps located here on the Peninsula for Palos Verdes homes owners to choose from.Elite Dance Studio is teaming up with AMUSE Music Center to bring you a Dance and Music sampler.  Children will be able to spend the week sampling various types of dance including: Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Ballet, Music Theatre, Tumble Acting and More.  This camp is perfect for kids 5 to 10 years of age.  Camps will be offered in one week sessions starting June 12 through July 21, 2017.  Prices vary, and they suggest that you sign up as soon as possible.  For m... 06/20/2017

2016 Palos Verdes homes sales for the Los Verdes neighborhood increased to 52 single family homes sold in 2016 compared to 39 in 2015.  Price per square foot for Los Verdes houses that sold in 2016 increased to $597 compared to $552 in 2015 a 8.1% increase.  Average sales price for Los Verdes homes sold in 2016 was $1,182,729 compared to $1,110,423 in 2015.  The most expensive home sold for $1,550,000 and the lowest priced home sold for $860,000.Currently, Los Verdes has 4 active Palos Verdes homes for sale.  There are 4 single family homes ranging in price from $1,295,000 for a 3 bedroom/2 bath, 1,899 square foot home, to $1,599,000 for a 4 bedroom/4 bath, 2,605 square foot home. There are no condo/townhomes for sale in this area.For background and history on Los Verdes Multiple Listin... 06/14/2017

My favorite Palos Verdes Homes on the May 30, 2017,  Palos Verdes real estate Broker’s Tour (24 homes had open houses today) are described below.  We currently have 213 single family Palos Verdes homes for sale ranging in price from $849,000 in Rancho Palos Verdes (The low in Eastview is $798,888) to $48,000,000 in Rolling Hills Estates.  There are 25 Palos Verdes condos/townhomes for sale priced between $385,000 and $2,350,000.  My favorite Palos Verdes homes today are:         Jackie Wang-Dojiri’s (RE/MAX Estate Properties) 1312 Via Zumaya, Palos Verdes Estates 90274 (above left) is a 5 bedroom, 3 bath, 4,151 square foot home for $3,090,000.  This gorgeous rennovated upper Lunada Bay home features panoramic ocean/Catalina views, a beautiful gourmet kitchen w/large center island, and ... 06/07/2017

Palos Verdes residents are lucky to have this beautiful gem here on the Peninsula. Located in the city of Rancho Palos Verdes the Point Vicente Lighthouse is an area jewel that was added as a historic site on the National Registry in 1979. This beautiful structure stands 67 feet tall, built on plastered reinforced concrete, and is similar to the one standing on Anacapa Island in the Channel Islands chain.The Lighthouse stands on the southwesterly point of the Palos Verdes Peninsula. It was originally named in 1790 by Captain George Vancouver, after his good friend Friar Vicente of the Mission Buenaventura. After many ships and seamen lost their lives on these shores, in 1926 the U.S. Lighthouse Service began operation of the brightest beacon in Southern California here, and could be see... 06/06/2017

During the month of June 2017, 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:  Nature & Me Storytime: Stories, Songs, Rhythm and Rhymes at George F Canyon Center will take place on Friday, June 9th, 2017, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.  This event is designed to share the joy of reading with your children and introduce them to the beauty of our natural surroundings.  This program is geared for 2 – 5 years of age.  For reservations visit ww.pvplc.org/Events&Activities. Docent training at the George F Canyon Nature Center will take place on Saturday, June 10, 2017, from 9:00 ... 06/06/2017

2016 Palos Verdes homes sales for the La Cresta neighborhood decreased to 37 single family homes sold in 2016 compared to 40 in 2015.  Price per square foot for La Cresta houses that sold in 2016 increased to $564 compared to $551 in 2015 a 2.3% increase.  Average sales price for La Cresta homes sold in 2016 was nearly the same – $2,094,608 compared to $2,095,272 in 2015.  The most expensive home sold for $4,525,000 and the lowest priced home sold for $952,500.Currently, La Cresta has 16 active Palos Verdes homes for sale.  There are 15 single family homes ranging in price from $1,294,000 for a 3 bedroom/4 bath, 2,482 square foot home, to $4,300,000 for a 5 bedroom/6 bath, 5,002 square foot home.  There is 1 condo/townhome for sale – $768,000 for a 3 bedroom/3 bath, 1,720 square foot to... 06/06/2017

Palos Verdes Peninsula is home to several golf courses. The Palos Verdes Country Club is located in Palos Verdes Estates, Rolling Hills Country Club is located in Rolling Hills Estates and in Rancho Palos Verdes we have Los Verdes Golf Club, Trump National Golf Club and the 9 hole course at Terranea Resort..Los Verdes Golf Course is a beautiful, Billy Bell-designed course that offers great ocean views. With an open layout, the golf course provides a beautiful backdrop and makes play enjoyable for all levels of golfers. The renovated driving range has an improved grass landing area with five new target greens and two large putting greens. Besides the course itself, the venue is a great site for large gatherings, meetings and wedding events.The Los Verdes Golf Course is located at 7000 Lo... 06/05/2017

Palos Verdes Street Fair & Music Festival will be celebrating its 30th year for Palos Verdes homes owners to enjoy on Saturday, June 10th & Sunday, June 11, 2017.  As in past years, the Fair will have its “Friday Teen Fun Night” opening the carnival on Friday, June 9th, from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. when local youth can enjoy a fun-filled night (with the purchase of discount tickets through their middle school or high school).  The Fair will have more than 200 arts and crafts booths, carnival rides for children of all ages, an International Food Court, a children’s petting zoo, free pony rides, train rides, and live entertainment on two stages.On the Main Stage, there will be continuous live entertainment starting each day at 11:00 a.m. with Rockabilly Blues, 80’s Music, Cars Tribute, Da... 06/05/2017

Palos Verdes has many parks within its four cities. Rancho Palos Verdes is home to 16 parks within its boundaries.  Each one of these parks have different amenities that belong exclusively to them. Whether its children’s playgrounds, basketball courts, volleyball courts, tennis courts, baseball fields or even a dog park, you can find it in Rancho Palos Verdes.If your looking for children’s playgrounds they can be found at Eastview Park, Fred Hesse Community Park, Ladera Linda Community Park and Ryan E. Ryan Community Park. Four of the parks allow barbecues: Fred Hesse, Ladera Linda, Point Vicente & Ryan E. Ryan. These four parks also have community buildings that can be rented out for parties and large groups.If your looking for a location to take some great park pictures, this city has... 06/01/2017

My favorite Palos Verdes Homes on the May 23, 2017,  Palos Verdes real estate Broker’s Tour (25 homes had open houses today) are described below.  We currently have 213 single family Palos Verdes homes for sale ranging in price from $849,000 in Rancho Palos Verdes (The low in Eastview is $798,888) to $48,000,000 in Rolling Hills Estates.  There are 27 Palos Verdes condos/townhomes for sale priced between $525,000 and $2,350,000.  My favorite Palos Verdes homes today are:         Wendy Sun’s (RE/MAX Estate Properties) 702 Via La Cuesta, Palos Verdes Estates 90274 (above left) is a 6 bedroom, 7 bath, 9,932 square foot home for $9,450,000.  This fabulous gated Malaga Cove home features smashing Queen’s necklace/ocean/LA views, contemporary kitchen, sumptuous master suite, tennis court, an... 06/01/2017

Palos Verdes real estate single family home sales in the first 22 days of May 2017 are 54 homes which is an increase from the 33 Palos Verdes homes sold in the first 22 days April and a decrease from first 22 days of May 2016 (58).  (It may take an additional week for some sales to post after the actual close of escrow).  The average sales price for single family Palos Verdes homes from May 1st to date is $1,749,816 which is a decrease from last month’s average of $1,781,851 for this same time period and an increase from $1,515,452 last May. In May 2017 to date, the highest priced Palos Verdes home sold for $7,000,000 (pre-completion sale) and is located in the Monte Malaga neighborhood of Palos Verdes Estates and has 6 bedrooms, 11 baths and 10,820 square feet on a 30,473 square lot. ... 06/01/2017

Palos Verdes homes owners have the wonderful natural sanctuary of Wayfarers Chapel located here in Rancho Palos Verdes. The Wayfarer Chapel dream started in the mind of Elizabeth Schellenberg, who was a member of the Swedenborgian Church and lived on the Palos Verdes Peninsula in the late 1920′s. With this area being mostly farmland and a two lane gravel road between San Pedro to Palos Verdes, she dreamed of a little chapel where wayfarers could stop to rest and give thanks for the wonder and beauty of creation.  Another member of the church Narcissa Cox Vanderlip also shared this dream and agreed to contribute land for the chapel site. Following World War II, architect Lloyd Wright, son of renowned American architectural pioneer Frank Loyd Wright, found himself in agreement with the o... 05/25/2017