Palos Verdes Real Estate

May, 2012, Newsletter

Dear Neighbor: You will notice from the enclosures that all the listings I mentioned in my last newsletter have sold.  All sold inside 30 days.  More on that later. If you’ve been paying attention to the real estate market lately (as if you have nothing else to do), you have noticed that there just isn’t much for sale.  That is true throughout the South Bay and, if you’re a seller or thinking about becoming one, this is an excellent environment.  Buyers have...Continue Reading!

The Moore House, Palos Verdes Estates

There has been a lot of discussion about the impending demolition of the "Moore House", 504 Paseo Del Mar, Palos Verdes Estates.  Having lived here since 1947 and grown up in Neighborhood Church across the street from it, I remember when it was built and have some perspective on this: First of all, and cutting to the chase, I agree that the current owner has the right to tear it down and build the house he desires.  The PVE City Council...Continue Reading!

Flat Lot in Rolling Hills — SOLD!

SOLD!  I just listed the 1.5+ acre lot at 3 Meadowlark Lane, Rolling Hills, a secluded cul de sac near the Main Gate.  At the bargain price of $1,050,000, it comes with a complete set of pre-approved plans by noted architect George Sweeney for a magnificent 5000+ square foot 5 bedroom 6 bath house, infinity pool, motor court -- the works.  Contractors have bid that construction at about $1.5 million so, rather than going thru a remodel of an older home...Continue Reading!

4144 Via Solano, Palos Verdes Estates

SOLD!  I told you not to wait.  OK, if you missed my last one on Via Cardelina and have been waiting for another Valmonte home with no baggage, this home is now on the market, a classic post-War Valmonte home being offered by long-term owners.  It's a 3 bedroom 2 bath home in original but well-preserved condition.  The pipes are copper, the roof is lightweight concrete, hardwood floors under that carpet, good sized bedrooms (especially the master suite), 2-car garage, the...Continue Reading!