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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!

A Meaningful Gift to History

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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!

May 2025 Newsletter

Dear Neighbor: I know I’ve discussed this before, but it bears repeating:  succinctly, the Number One agent may not be the best agent to sell your house; in fact, the odds are against it.  Speaking as someone in the business, some things are more obvious to me than they may be from the outside, and this is one of them.  The biggest agents, generally those who sell the most houses and who do all the advertising, more often than not, are...Continue Reading!

A Valmonte Landmark — Sold in 10 Days

You have probably admired this house if you walk or drive around Valmonte. That's no surprise as the architect was the famous Walter Swindell Davis, who also designed La Venta Inn and the former General Store (now Yellow Vase) in the Plaza, plus other notable Palos Verdes landmarks. Now is your chance to own a piece of Palos Verdes history. You could look a long time before you found another like this. With really impressive curb presence, this lovingly maintained...Continue Reading!