Palos Verdes Real Estate

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All articles I’ve written on real estate for the last 10 or so years. Earlier than that, I’ll have to mail them to you

September 2020 Newsletter

Dear Neighbor: So . . . back early in the year, did anyone envision what would transpire during the past 6 months?  Between the virus, the demonstrations, the civil (and often uncivil) unrest as reported on the news, and now the election, you’d think that nothing else was going on.  Of course, we all know better, and one thing that has been going surprisingly strongly is the real estate market.  Nice transition, eh?  You can imagine what it’s like showing houses...Continue Reading!

All articles I’ve written on real estate for the last 10 or so years. Earlier than that, I’ll have to mail them to you

24660 Via Valmonte Reduced to just $1,495,000 — sold instantly with multiple offers!

This has now closed escrow.  Sold over asking price.  Just listed and PRICED TO SELL on the hill in South Torrance, this 3445 square foot 5 bedroom 4 bath home is like a mountain retreat, but convenient for commuting.  Featuring a panoramic view from Malibu to Long Beach, there is also a pool, spa, huge sun deck, and parking for at least 7 cars.  Rooms include living room, formal dining room, huge family room, large island kitchen, convenient bedroom and...Continue Reading!

All articles I’ve written on real estate for the last 10 or so years. Earlier than that, I’ll have to mail them to you

Portuguese Bend Estates?

Huh?  Portuguese Bend Estates?  I’m guessing you’ve never heard of it or, if you have, it’s not where you think it is.  When I first heard the name I assumed it must be what is now the Portuguese Bend Club or the area behind the gates at Narcissa Drive and PV Drive South.  At the same time that the better-known early housing developments were going in on the Hill – Grandview, Rocky Point, etc – there was also one being...Continue Reading!

All articles I’ve written on real estate for the last 10 or so years. Earlier than that, I’ll have to mail them to you

Sweeping, Panoramic View from Montemalaga — Sold in 7 Days!

This stunning, classic Palos Verdes home is for sale for the first time in 45 years.  When you step thru the entry gate, you will be taken back to the glory days of Hollywood, with the cloistered walkways surrounding the pool -- you will expect to see Greta Garbo or Rita Hayworth lounging by the pool.  This is a one level 4 bedroom 3.5 bath home on a flat 16,700 square foot lot, and features a panoramic view from Malibu...Continue Reading!