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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!

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!

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!

July 2020 Newsletter

 Dear Neighbor: I’m sure real estate is all you’ve been thinking about the past few weeks, right?  No?  Well I have, and how to get houses sold given the [ahem] current situation.  This is when having been in this business 35 years helps.  While challenges and roadblocks periodically appear, they also have in the past, and knowing how to work around them for the people who need to sell in times like this is why my clients appreciate me.  I don’t...Continue Reading!