Dana Graham
Home"Palos Verdes Resident since 1947"
For Lease on Via Solano, PVE — sorry, leased
4128 Via Solano, Palos Verdes Estates, is your classic Valmonte home -- 3 bedrooms. 2 baths, 2300+ square feet with a pool and spa. Get that great Valmonte climate, on a quiet street, and easy commute off the Hill. Lease asking price is $4500/month. Don't wait on this one -- call me at 310 613-1076. [ngg src="galleries" ids="85" display="basic_thumbnail"]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!
January 2019 Newsletter
Dear Neighbor: I think it would be hard to make the case that real estate prices in Palos Verdes have increased during the past year. Of course there are all kinds of claims and statistics out there, but observing from out here where the rubber meets the road, prices look flat for 2018; however, they are still at or near their all-time highs. There isn’t space to get into it here, but I’m sure you understand that in an area of...Continue Reading!
27105 Diamondhead, Ln, RPV — Sold in 2 Days!
Located on Diamondhead Lane, this is a lovely 4 bedroom 2.5 bath 2814 square foot family home on a huge (12,100+ sf) usable lot. The house is in immaculate, original condition, and all rooms are quite large. Diamondhead is a cul de sac within walking distance to Peninsula High, Soleado Elementary, Peninsula Center, and provides easy commute via quick off-Hill access on Hawthorne Blvd. $1,350,000. Sorry, this sold in 2 days. [ngg src="galleries" ids="84" display="basic_thumbnail"]Continue Reading!
November 2018 Newsletter
Dear Neighbor: Did you know that Rancho Palos Verdes ranked #8 among the 50 safest cities in California according to SafeWise? They calculate based upon the number of crimes (robberies, murders, etc) per 1000 inhabitants. So not only do we have wonderful schools, climate, restaurants, scenery, and isolation from the rest of LA, but you’re extremely likely to enjoy it all in safety. The real estate market continues to be rather flat price-wise. Real estate cycles tend to last from 7 to...Continue Reading!
Rancho Palos Verdes Among California’s Safest Cities
According to a new report, Rancho Palos Verdes ranks #8 among California's 482 cities for lowest crime rate. Check out this link: https://patch.com/california/palosverdes/palos-verdes-makes-top-50-safest-ca-cities-list-report?utm_source=alert-breakingnews&utm_medium=email&utm_term=weather&utm_campaign=alertContinue Reading!