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Things You Always Wondered About Palos Verdes

Palos Verdes Real Estate

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 77-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 Montemalaga! Open House Tuesday, 7/22 11-2 pm

1620 Granvia Altamira is located in one of the more desirable areas of the Peninsula, this 4 bedroom 3 bath 2779 square foot home offers a lot for the money. The living room offers a high ceiling, wood-burning fireplace, and wrap around balcony. Thru the formal dining room is the remodeled kitchen featuring granite counters, a Sub-Zero refrigerator (the good kind), and breakfast bar, and opening into the family room. Thru the sliding door is a private, flat back yard....Continue Reading!

First Time for Sale — 1548 Addison Road, PVE

[ngg src="galleries" ids="139" display="basic_thumbnail" thumbnail_crop="0"]This is the epitome of the type of mid-century home that those of us who grew up here grew up in. This is a one-owner (for sale for the first time since 1955), updated and well-preserved, one level, 3 bedroom 2 bath home, on a large flat lot. The open beam ceilings give a feeling of spaciousness, while the see-thru masonry fireplace is also impressive. This home boasts impressive curb appeal, including the circular driveway and...Continue Reading!

6202 Lochvale, RPV — First Time for Sale in 28 years — Open Saturday 7/19 1-4 pm

Situated at the end of a quiet cul de sac, this 4 bedroom 3 bath 2472 square foot family home is ideal for the growing family.  The master suite is conveniently located on the ground floor along with 2 other bedrooms, with another large bedroom and bath upstairs, along with gobs of storage.  This home has been well-maintained with newer dual pane windows and sliding door, newer furnace and air conditioning, and a tile roof.  There is a 2-car garage...Continue Reading!

A Meaningful Gift to History

Palos Verdes Real Estate

A Meaningful Gift to History: A Donation from the Driver’s Seat. Dana Graham's Palos Verdes Historical Society Contribution$ In a gesture that perfectly blends history, heritage, and generosity, Dana Graham—lifelong Palos Verdes resident, local realtor, and President of the Palos Verdes Historical Society—was recently offered $5,000 to bring his 1929 Dual Cowl Phaeton Packard to the prestigious Bel Air Country Club. The invitation came from Jay Borzi, a former Rolling Hills resident and current Bel Air Country Club member, who wanted to...Continue Reading!