Dana Graham

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Valmonte! First Time For Sale Since 1955

Sold!  Opportunities abound with this traditional 3478 square foot home in the Valmonte section of Palos Verdes Estates, on a usable 11,000 square foot lot.  There are 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths in the wonderfully flexible floor plan.  All rooms are large, and include living room with manly wood-burning fireplace and full width balcony with access to huge rear garden, family room which also has a similarly manly fireplace, huge rumpus/play room, and workshop with separate outside entry.  This property...Continue Reading!

July Newsletter

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     July, 2019   Dear Neighbor: Well, I guess predictions that interest rates were on a long-term increase turned out not to be quite true.  Rates on purchase money loans for homes are now right around 3.875%, about .5% lower than they were a couple of months ago.  Wait long enough and they’ll be paying you to take the money. I’ve got 3 great listings coming up: 344 Via Almar, PVE is a 2642 square foot 4 bedroom 3 bath house in lower Malaga...Continue Reading!

344 Via Almar, Palos Verdes Estates — Closed Escrow 12/6/19.

A lovely 4 bedroom 3 bath 2642 square foot home in lower Malaga Cove with an unobstructable ocean/coastline view.  High, open beam ceilings, new carpet, paint in and out, new landscaping.  Walk to RAT and Torrance Beaches, Roessler Pool, Haggerty's, Malaga Cove Plaza, Riviera Village.  Now just $1,899,000 and turn-key.  This is a view house in Lower Malaga Cove folks.  Call me at 310 613-1076 for a private showing. [ngg src="galleries" ids="87" display="basic_thumbnail"]Continue Reading!

Beautiful 55+ Unit in Torrance — Sold!

This closed escrow at the asking price.  2367 Jefferson St #117, Torrance, is a 2 bedroom corner unit in a newer building just north of Wilson Park, and is convenient to shopping, entertainment, restaurants, etc.  With granite counters, high ceilings, laundry in the unit, and a lovely balcony off the living room, this choice unit is perfect for those downsizing.  Association amenities include gated parking, a meeting room, a party room with full kitchen, fitness room, and a large sheltered...Continue Reading!

May 2019 Newsletter

                                                                                                                                                                  May, 2019 Dear Neighbor: Palos Verdes (and surrounding area) real estate prices continue on a slow, barely perceptible downward trend.  The data and news in the press are all over the place (the parameters are often set to fit the story), but that’s the big picture.  One reason the trend is so slow is that there continues to be a shortage of houses for sale, which is supporting the prices.  Interest rates hover generally the low 4%’s, though you can beat...Continue Reading!

March 2019 Newsletter

                                                                                                                                                                  March, 2019 Dear Neighbor: The word is out!  Did you see USA Today Online where Palos Verdes Estates was ranked the best city in California in which to live?  Not one of the top 10, or top 5, but the best.  Housing prices are currently on a very slow downward trend.  There is still a shortage of homes for sale, which is working against an otherwise more rapid decline.  Remember the “no doc” loans of the early 2000’s, where the lender just...Continue Reading!

Palos Verdes Estates Ranked as Best City in California in Which to Live!

CALIFORNIA   FOCQUS, LLC / GETTY IMAGES   Population: 13,582 5 yr. population change: +1.3 percent Median home value: $1,609,500 Median household income: $200,766 Located along the Pacific Coast less than 30 miles from Los Angeles, Palos Verdes Estates is the best place in California to live. One of the wealthiest neighborhoods in the country, the typical household earns over $200,000 a year, more than triple the national median household income of $55,322. Crime is virtually unheard of in Palos Verdes Estates as its...Continue Reading!

The Lanes — 18 Buckskin Lane, RHE — Closed Escrow 4/12/19

Tucked away on Buckskin Lane is this lovely oasis -- out in the country, but convenient for daily commute. The magnificently remodeled kitchen features professional grade appliances, a breakfast nook, and overlooks the manicured rear garden and spectacular pool area, which includes not only the pool and spa, but also an actual river that runs alongside. The sunken living room overlooks the pool and includes a wood-burning fireplace, while the adjacent formal dining room also has a nice view of...Continue Reading!

South Shores Racquet Club! In Escrow — Sold!

A rare end unit in the South Shores Racquet Club!  At 2011 square feet of living area, one of the larger units in the complex, this lovely home has 2 good sized bedrooms plus an office, and a nice view of the coastline, ocean, and Catalina Island.  Immaculately maintained and in turn-key condition.  Outstanding association amenities include pool, spa, sauna, tennis courts, generous greenbelts, and controlled access.  Now just $698,000! [ngg_images source="galleries" container_ids="81" display_type="photocrati-nextgen_basic_thumbnails" override_thumbnail_settings="0" thumbnail_width="300" thumbnail_height="225" thumbnail_crop="1" images_per_page="20" number_of_columns="0" ajax_pagination="0"...Continue Reading!

4630 Browndeer Ln, RPV — Closed Escrow.

4630 Browndeer Lane has just come on the market.  At 2711 square feet of living area, 6 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a kitchen to absolutely die for, this lovely house is an excellent value at $1,250,000.  Walk to Soleado Elementary, Peninsula High, and the Peninsula Center.  Call me if you'd like a private showing -- 310 613-1076 [ngg src="galleries" ids="83" display="basic_thumbnail"]Continue Reading!