Rolling Hills Estates

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There were 9 homes on the November 24, 2009, Palos Verdes real estate Broker's Tour.  We currently have 215 active single family homes for sale in Palos Verdes ranging in price from $800,000 in Rancho Palos Verdes to $14,900,000 in Rolling Hills (the low in Eastview is $699,900).  There are 47 townhomes/condos for sale priced between $230,000 and $1,500,000. My favorites were: Gary Myer's, (Remax...

Lights in Palos Verdes?

Palos Verdes Estates does not have residential street lights.  Tennis courts and pool areas are also restricted.  According to Sue Van Every, Palos Verdes Estates Homeowners Association Manager, in a recent article in the Peninsula News "there is a city ordinance, as well as the Art Jury (which) has not allowed any (lights))...because of the surrounding neighbors..."  Of course, that means no night...

2009 Palos Verdes Holiday Celebrations

The upcoming holiday season will offer several events to be enjoyed by owners of Palos Verdes real estate. This year there are 4 beautifully decorated homes featured in the 53rd Yule Parlor Parade sponsored by The Neighborhood Church (benefiting South Bay charities) to be held on December 4th and 5th from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with a Christmas Tea served at the Neighborhood Church from noon 4:00...

2009 Palos Verdes Street Fair

The 22nd Annual Palos Verdes Street Fair and Music Festival will take place Saturday, June 6 (10 am to 10 pm) and Sunday, June 7 (10 am to 9 pm). The theme this year is "Taking the Greener Path". The Palos Verdes Street Fair will feature 2 days of events and live music, jazz festival, nearly 200 street vendors, eco-friendly goods, "Living Green" Demonstrations, Carnival & Kiddie Rides, Pony...

Palos Verdes Fun Facts

Palos Verdes Peninsula has a total of 67,162 residents as of 2008. The city of Rancho Palos Verdes has the largest population at 42,964. The city of Palos Verdes Estates has 14,046 residents. Rolling Hills Estates has 8,185 residents. Rolling Hills has 1,967 residents. The Palos Verdes Peninsula measures 26.3 square miles. Palos Verdes is the oldest city (incorporated in 1939) and located on...

Silver Spur Neighborhood

The Silver Spur area (also known as Grandview) is located in Rancho Palos Verdes. The best thing about this neighborhood is its close proximaty to schools and shopping. It is home to 3 award winning schools -- Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, Silver Spur Elementary and Cornerstone Elementary. Peninsula Shopping Center and The Promenade are at it's southern border. The Silver Spur...

Rolling Hills Villas, A 55+ Community

I recently visited the new 55 and over community of Rolling Hills Villas located in Rolling Hills Estates on Deep Valley Drive. This is a welcome addition to Palos Verdes real estate. It is conveniently located within walking distance to the Promenade, Bristol Farms, medical buildings, the post office, library and many other shops in the area. The condominium units are beautiful with granite...

Palos Verdes Street Fair/Musical Festival

The 21st Annual Palos Verdes Street Fair and Music Festival takes place this weekend. The theme this year is "Going Green" and will feature "Green Street" with exhibitors giving away free energy-efficient light bulbs, eco-friendly shopping bags and lots of free merchandise. There will also be demonstrations and seminars. Palos Verdes Street Fair will also feature over 150 street vendors, a Student...

Rolling Hills Estates – Part 5 of 5

Rolling Hills Estates is the 3rd largest city on the Peninsula both in size (4.18 miles) and population (7,676) according the the Residence Handbook. Their are 30 neighborhood areas within the community, each with its own special character. Overall, the city has tried to maintain it's rural residential atmosphere and many lots are 1/2 acre or more and many are zoned equestrian. The city has 178...