Palos Verdes Real Estate

Things You Always Wondered About Palos Verdes

I wrote this in 2007, but to make it easier to find, I've moved it to the top of the heap: A lot of things have happened in Palos Verdes during my 74-year residency some of which, distressingly, are now ancient history. I see a lot of misinformation on websites by realtors attempting to portray themselves as Palos Verdes experts, but I am here to say that I witnessed most of the following myself and this is how it was.  I am...Continue Reading!

Just Listed in Los Verdes! Open House Saturday, 10/5 from 1-5 pm — 28613 Lomo Drive, RPV

This is an original, one owner Los Verdes 4 bedroom 2 bath one level floor plan on a choice corner lot.  There is some updating, but here is an opportunity to acquire an original and make it your own.  Included are a family room off the kitchen, breakfast area, formal dining area, living room with wood-burning fireplace, and newer doors and windows.  There is direct entry into the kitchen from the 2-car garage.  Walk to Hesse Park, shopping, Vista Grande...Continue Reading!

July 2024 Newsletter

Dear Neighbor: I was bombarded with phone calls after my May newsletter, on the subject of Proposition 19 and property re-assessment upon death of a parent.  As the bill was originally passed and implemented, it required that, upon death of the parent, ALL heirs move into the inherited house to avoid a reassessment at market value which, as you can imagine, would trigger a massive increase in property taxes.  Well, it appears that Sacramento was also bombarded with complaints about that...Continue Reading!

Sold — 4128 Via Solano, PVE

This is a 3 bedroom 2 bath home on Via Solano has closed escrow.  We had multiple offers.  Extensively remodeled with a sparkling, private pool and spa.  Got that famous Valmonte climate and easy off-Hill access.  2300+ square feet, asking $2.2 million. [ngg src="galleries" ids="133" display="basic_thumbnail" thumbnail_crop="0"]Continue Reading!

Leased in Valmonte!

This lovely 3 bedroom 1.5 bath home has just leased in Valmonte.  The approximately 1500 square feet of living area are in extremely good condition and updated throughout.  It has a 2-car garage and a huge flat rear garden.  If you like Valmonte (and most people do), you will absolutely love the location.  $6000/month and available now. [ngg src="galleries" ids="132" display="basic_thumbnail" thumbnail_crop="0"]Continue Reading!