Favorite New Palos Verdes Homes Listings – March 24, 2020

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Favorite New Palos Verdes Homes Listings – March 24, 2020

My favorite new Palos Verdes homes listings on March 24, 2020, are described below. We currently have 140 single family Palos Verdes homes for sale ranging in price from $1,140,000 in Rancho Palos Verdes (the low in Eastview is $929,000) to $27,500,000 in the city of Palos Verdes Estates. There are 31 Palos Verdes condos/townhomes for sale priced between $324,900 and $2,245,000. My favorite new Palos Verdes listings are:

Steve Watts’ (Vista Sotheby’s International Realty) 2725 Via Anita, Palos Verdes Estates, 90274 (above left) is a 3 bedroom, 3 bath, 1,700 square foot home for $1,798,00. This extensively remodeled 1924 Valmonte home features a spacious vaulted living room & large great room, kitchen with concrete center island, master bedroom w/fireplace & built-in cabinets, and outdoor entertaining area with pool/spa. Kerry LaPine’s (RE/MAX Estate Properties) 30530 Granado Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes, 90275 (above right) is a 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2,394 square foot home for $1,439,000. This great turnkey Mira Catalina home features panoramic ocean/Catalina views, remodeled baths, kitchen w/granite counters & large family room.

Lisa Poach’s (RE/MAX Estate Properties) 6802 Abbottswood Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes, 90275 (above left) is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,900 square foot home for $1,350,000. This Palos Verdes Village Los Verdes home features Catalina/ocean views, vaulted beamed ceilings, new large stone patio w/outdoor kitchen & seating area. Joe Alessi’ (RE/MAX Estate Properties) 26961 Springcreek Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, 90275 (above right) is a 4 bedroom, 2 bath, 2,066 square foot home for $1,185,000. This one level Silver Spur home features great ocean views, new paint/carpet, dual fireplace, and is located on a large flat lot.

To read my prior article on favorite Palos Verdes homes for sale click here.

Photos courtesy of CRMLS

Mid March 2020 Palos Verdes Home Sales

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Mid March 2020 Palos Verdes Home Sales

Palos Verdes real estate single family home sales in the first 20 days of March 2020 are 34 homes which is an increase from the 22 Palos Verdes homes sold in the first 20 days of February and a decrease from the first 20 days of March 2019 (39). (It may take an additional week for some sales to post after the actual close of escrow). The average sales price for single family Palos Verdes homes from March 1st to March 20th is $2,001,614 which is an increase from last month’s average of $1,741,434 for this same time period and an increase from $1,796,001 last March.

In March 2020 to date, the highest priced Palos Verdes homes sold for $6,700,000 and is located in the Palos Verdes Drive South neighborhood of Rancho Palos Verdes and had 6 bedrooms, 7 baths, and 7,617 square feet on a 27,987 square foot lot. This gorgeous remodeled ocean front bluff property features expansive ocean & Catalina views, fabulous top of the line kitchen, beautiful master suite w/fireplace, elevator, sport court, pool and cabana. The lowest priced Palos Verdes homes sold March 2020 to date for $1,130,000 and is located in the Palos Verdes Drive East neighborhood of Rancho Palos Verdes and features 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and 2,132 square feet on a 13,980 square foot lot.

We currently have 144 active single family Palos Verdes homes for sale priced between $1,140,000 in the Peninsula Center neighborhood to $27,500,000 in the Lunada Bay neighborhood. To view Palos Verdes real estate statistics from December 2018 through February 2020, click here or on the “Statistics” tab above.

To read my prior article on Mid February 2020 Palos Verdes Home Sales click here.

Palos Verdes Coast Near Lunada Bay courtesy of Arvin Design

Favorite Palos Verdes Homes – March 17, 2020

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Favorite Palos Verdes Homes –March 17, 2020

My favorite Palos Verdes Homes on the March 17, 2020, Palos Verdes real estate Broker’s Tour (17 homes had open houses today) are described below. We currently have 141 single family Palos Verdes homes for sale ranging in price from $1,174,900 in Rancho Palos Verdes (the low in Eastview is $979,000) to $27,500,000 in the city of Palos Verdes Estates. There are 30 Palos Verdes condos/townhomes for sale priced between $324,900 and $2,245,000. My favorite Palos Verdes homes today:

Gerard Bisignano & Susan Thomas’ (Vista Sotheby’s International Realty) 2701 Paseo del Mar, Palos Verdes Estates, 90274 (above left) is a 5 bedroom, 4 bath, 3,712 square foot home for $6,000,000. This rare bluff top Lunada Bay home features panoramic coastline/ocean views, is located next to open parkland, has a meditation garden & pool, and 4-car garage. Lauren Forbes & John Corralis’ (Compass) 5903 Clint Place, Rancho Palos Verdes, 90275 (above left) is a 4 bedroom, 6 bath, 5,793 square foot home for $4,199,000. This new Silver Spur home features panoramic Queen’s Necklace to LA Harbor views, all bedrooms w/en-suite, wine cellar, gym and large outdoor entertaining area w/pool.

Cari Corbalis & Brittney Austin’s (Vista Sotheby’s International Realty) 3820 Via Palomino, Palos Verdes Estates, 90274 (above left) is a 5 bedroom, 5 bath, 3,807 square foot home for $3,299,000. This renovated storybook Cape Cod Valmonte home features an open kitchen w/large island, master suite w/oversized bathroom, large office, and outdoor kitchen & entertaining area. Steven Watts’ (Vista Sotheby’s International Realty) 3301 Palos Verdes Drive North, Palos Verdes Estates, 90274 (above right) is a 5 bedroom, 3 bath, 3,499 square foot home for $1,998,000. This “Plantation” style Valmonte home features a welcoming front porch, upstairs master suite w/sitting area, stunning remodeled kitchen, and outdoor entertainment area w/swimming pool.

To read my prior article on favorite Palos Verdes homes for sale click here.

Photos courtesy of CRMLS

Palos Verdes Home Improvements Cost vs Value 2020

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Palos Verdes Home Improvements Cost vs Value 2020

Palos Verdes homes owners often ask me what they can do to get the highest sales price for their home. In addition to a realistic listing price, it is important to remove the clutter and stage your home along with possible home improvements. Which home improvements and remodeling projects give the greatest return on investment? For owners of Palos Verdes homes (and Los Angeles County) this year’s Remodeling Magazine’s “Remodeling 2020 Cost vs. Value Report” (www.costvsvalue.com) © 2020 Hanley Wood Media Inc. is a blend of upscale and midrange projects. For 2020 in Los Angeles County, the remodeling projects with the highest return on investment are Manufactured Stone Veneer at a 120.2% return followed by Garage Door Replacement at a 106.6% return, Minor Kitchen Remodel (midrange) at a 95.1% return, and Entry Door Replacement (steel) at a 91.2% return. As you can see, curb appeal is important to buyers who are getting the first impression of your home.

There were four Upscale Projects listed for Los Angeles County: Bathroom Addition at 72%, Bathroom Remodel at 71.9%, Master Suite Addition at 66.6%, and Major Kitchen Remodel at 61.9%.

Owners of Palos Verdes real estate remodel for different reasons, like the need for more space, to improve the functionality of specific rooms and to update them. Kitchen and bathrooms are usually the most expensive remodel as plumbing and/or appliances may need to be moved and/or replaced. There is no specific report for Palos Verdes homes but there is a Remodeling 2020 Cost vs Value Report (www.costvsvalue.com ) for Los Angeles County. When you go to the main site, choose Pacific region and then Los Angeles or click the following link: (www.costvsvalue.com). You will be prompted to register before gaining access to the report. The beginning of the Report has descriptions of individual projects (both mid-range and upscale) and you can then compare to your own.

Remodeling just for resale rarely nets you a dollar for dollar return. Most remodels are done for the enjoyment of the homeowner (who still wants to maximize their return when they do sell). My experience is that most buyers are looking for newer kitchens, bathrooms, master suites and nice yards. Curb appeal is very important because it is the buyer’s first impression of the home.

To read my prior article on Cost vs Value 2019, click here.

Photo of Palos Verdes Homes & Coastline courtesy of Arvin Design

Favorite Palos Verdes Homes – February 25, 2020

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Favorite Palos Verdes Homes –February 25, 2020

My favorite Palos Verdes Homes on the February 25, 2020, Palos Verdes real estate Broker’s Tour (19 homes had open houses today) are described below. We currently have 141 single family Palos Verdes homes for sale ranging in price from $1,100,000 in Rancho Palos Verdes to $27,500,000 in the city of Palos Verdes Estates. There are 22 Palos Verdes condos/townhomes for sale priced between $565,500 and $2,245,000. My favorite Palos Verdes homes today:

Sean Rodriguez (RE/MAX Estate Properties) & Mark Tournet’s (Keller Williams Palos Verdes) 2825 Via Segovia, Palos Verdes Estates, 90274 (above left) is a 6 bedroom, 4 bath, 3,587 square foot home for $4,795,000. This single level Lunada Bay iconic bluff retreat features captivating ocean/Catalina views, kitchen with sunny breakfast nook, separate master suite & study wing, outside bbq, and black bottom pool. Steven Watts’ (Vista Sotheby’s Int’l Realty) 6146 Ocean Terrace Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes, 90275 (above right) is a 6 bedroom, 6 bath, 5,573 square foot home for $3,498,000. This Ocean Terrace bluff estate features non stop ocean/Catalina views, stunning front courtyard, grand master bedroom w/huge master bath, 4 en suite bedrooms, and entertainers backyard complete with pool/spa.

Jerry Yutronich’s (RE/MAX Estate Properties) 6445 Via De Anzar, Rancho Palos Verdes, 90275 (above left) is a 5 bedroom, 5 bath, 3,521 square foot home for $1,689,000. This chic Mid Centery modern Palos Verdes Drive East home features city/harbor/ocean views, beautiful gourmet kitchen, distressed hardwood floors, 3 remodeled bathrooms, and stone infused pool. Gayle Probst’s (RE/MAX Estate Properties) 5079 Silver Arrow Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes, 90275 (above right) is a 3 bedroom, 3 bath, 1,896 square foot home for $1,285,000. This beautiful customized Peninsula Center home features city lights views, formal living & dining rooms, lovely master suite, outdoor kitchen & fireplace, and pool/spa.

To read my prior article on favorite Palos Verdes homes for sale click here.

Photos courtesy of CRMLS

Mid February 2020 Palos Verdes Home Sales

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Mid February 2020 Palos Verdes Home Sales

Palos Verdes real estate single family home sales in the first 21 days of February 2020 are 26 homes which is an increase from the 25 Palos Verdes homes sold in the first 21 days of January and an increase from the first 21 days of February 2019 (24). (It may take an additional week for some sales to post after the actual close of escrow). The average sales price for single family Palos Verdes homes from February 1st to February 21st is $1,803,848 which is an increase from last month’s average of $1,779,222 for this same time period and an increase from $1,546,547 last February.

In February 2020 to date, the highest priced Palos Verdes homes sold for $6,484,799 and is located in the Palos Verdes Drive South neighborhood of Rancho Palos Verdes and had 6 bedrooms, 7 baths, and 8,061 square feet on a 31,407 square foot lot. This beautifully renovated ocean front bluff property features unobstructed panoramic ocean & Catalina views, top of the line gourmet kitchen w/2 center islands, enormous master suite w/sitting area, library/office, re-imagined pool, and huge park-like backyard. The lowest priced Palos Verdes homes sold February 2020 to date for $1,200,000 and is located in the Silver Spur neighborhood of Rancho Palos Verdes and features 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and 1,390 square feet on a 9,513 square foot lot.

We currently have 145 active single family Palos Verdes homes for sale priced between $1,045,000 in the Los Verdes neighborhood to $27,500,000 in the Lunada Bay neighborhood. To view Palos Verdes real estate statistics from November 2018 through January 2020, click here or on the “Statistics” tab above.

To read my prior article on Mid January 2020 Palos Verdes Home Sales click here.

Above photo of Valmonte Trail courtesy of Arvin Design

Favorite Palos Verdes Homes – February 18, 2020

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Favorite Palos Verdes Homes –February 18, 2020

My favorite Palos Verdes Homes on the February 18, 2020, Palos Verdes real estate Broker’s Tour (17 homes had open houses today) are described below. We currently have 143 single family Palos Verdes homes for sale ranging in price from $1,149,000 in Rancho Palos Verdes (The low in Eastview is $1,140,000) to $27,500,000 in the city of Palos Verdes Estates. There are 26 Palos Verdes condos/townhomes for sale priced between $385,000 and $2,245,000. My favorite Palos Verdes homes today:

Kevin Pluimer’s (Compass) 4032 Via Largavista, Palos Verdes Estates, 90274 (above left) is a 4 bedroom, 4 bath, 3,423 square foot home for $3,125,000. This Spanish Revival Valmonte home features wood beamed ceilings, carved Mission style archways, completely renovated (2019) gourmet kitchen w/massive center island, and gorgeous master suite w/balcony. Lisa Poach’s (RE/MAX Estates Properties) 39 Country Meadow Road, Rolling Hills Estates, 90274 (above right) is a 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2,896 square foot home for $2,250,000. This updated contemporary Spanish style home located in “The Ranch” community features an updated chef’s gourmet kitchen, 2 separate living/family rooms, private master suite, and resort style pool/spa/outdoor fireplace.

Michael Farrell & Christine Blue’s (Keller Williams Beach Cities) 13 Sea Cove Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes, 90275 (above left) is a 3 bedroom, 3 bath, 2,436 square foot home for $1,499,000. This turnkey Palos Verdes Drive South home features stunning expansive ocean views, extra large windows & ocean viewing deck, and exclusive neighborhood keyed access to beach. Gayle Probst’s (RE/MAX Estate Properties) 2 Silver Saddle, Rolling Hills Estates, 90274 (above right) is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,661 square foot home for $1,249,000. This Palos Verdes Drive North home features great city light views, kitchen w/breakfast nook, formal living & dining rooms, and plantation shutters.

To read my prior article on favorite Palos Verdes homes for sale click here.

Photos courtesy of CRMLS

Favorite Palos Verdes Homes – February 11, 2020

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Favorite Palos Verdes Homes –February 11, 2020

My favorite Palos Verdes Homes on the February 11, 2020, Palos Verdes real estate Broker’s Tour (20 homes had open houses today) are described below. We currently have 147 single family Palos Verdes homes for sale ranging in price from $1,140,000 in Rancho Palos Verdes (The low in Eastview is $949,000) to $27,500,000 in the city of Palos Verdes Estates. There are 22 Palos Verdes condos/townhomes for sale priced between $385,000 and $2,245,000. My favorite Palos Verdes homes today:

Ina Elminoufi’s (RE/MAX Estate Properties) 2215 Via Cerritos, Palos Verdes Estates, 90274 (above left) is a 4 bedroom, 6 bath, 4,554 square foot home for $3,395,000. This Mid-Century Monte Malaga home features ocean/Queen Necklace views, modern architecture throughout, 4 en-suite bedrooms, second family room and huge pool/spa. Teri Hawkins’ (RE/MAX Estate Properties) 3613 Palos Verdes Drive North, Palos Verdes Estates, 90274 (above right) is a 5 bedroom, 5 bath, 4,200 square foot home for $2,995,000. This gorgeous Santa Barbara Mission Style Valmonte home features a chef’s kitchen w/large island, large media room, expansive master, 1 bedroom/1 bath casita, and pool/spa.

Vallerie Light’s (RE/MAX Estate Properties) 35 Misty Acres Road, Rolling Hills Estates, 90274 (above left) is a 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath, 3,781 square foot home for $2,795,000. This elegantly remodeled “The Ranch” home features a large gourmet kitchen w/breakfast area, home theatre system, beautiful English gardens, and a salt water pool. Yoko Mendelson’s (RE/MAX Estate Properties) 2 Casaba Road, Rolling Hills Estates, 90274 (above right) is a 5 bedroom, 5 bath, 4,200 square foot home for $2,749,000. This gorgeous one level Palos Verdes Drive North home built in 2014 features a gourmet kitchen w/huge center island & walk-in pantry, large dining room, spacious master suite, and beautifully landscaped front/rear yards.

To read my prior article on favorite Palos Verdes homes for sale click here.

Photos courtesy of CRMLS

Favorite Palos Verdes Homes – February 4, 2020

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Favorite Palos Verdes Homes –February 4, 2020

My favorite Palos Verdes Homes on the February 4, 2020, Palos Verdes real estate Broker’s Tour (22 homes had open houses today) are described below. We currently have 139 single family Palos Verdes homes for sale ranging in price from $1,140,000 in Rancho Palos Verdes (The low in Eastview is $949,000) to $27,500,000 in the city of Palos Verdes Estates. There are 23 Palos Verdes condos/townhomes for sale priced between $385,000 and $2,295,000. My favorite Palos Verdes homes today:

Joann DeFlon’s (Vista Sotheby’s International) 974 Paseo La Cresta, Palos Verdes Estates, 90274 (above left) is a 4 bedroom, 5 bath, 5,500 square foot home for $10,200,000. This private gated French Provincial Monte Malaga estate features unobstructed panoramic ocean/Bluff Cove/coastline views, amazing kitchen, fabulous master suite, salt system pool/spa, and car lift in garage. Georgiana Rosenkranz’s (Keller Williams Palos Verdes) 27 Hidden Valley Road, Rolling Hills Estates, 90274 (above right) is a 4 bedroom, 4 bath, 2,487 square foot home for $2,199,000. This Palos Verdes Drive North entertainer’s delight located on 1/2 acre of beautifully landscaped flat land features an open floor plan, chef’s dream kitchen w/center island, expansive backyard w/stunning swimming pool/spa, and is zoned for horses.

Kerry LaPine’s (RE/MAX Estate Properties) 3546 Vigilance Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes, 90275 (above left) is a 4 bedroom, 4 bath, 2,711 square foot home for $1,599,000. This immaculate Ladera Linda home features ocean/coastline views, remodeled kitchen w/walk in pantry, extra large master suite w/built in office, and black bottom pool/in-ground hot tub. GiGi Griffin’s (RE/MAX Estate Properties) 65 Hilltop Circle, Rancho Palos Verdes, 90275 (above right) is a 2 bedroom, 3 bath, 2,198 square foot townhome for $1,125,000. This gated townhome located in “The Hill” community features panoramic city/coastline views, large updated kitchen w/breakfast bar, huge family room, updated bathroom, and community pool/tennis court.

To read my prior article on favorite Palos Verdes homes for sale click here.

Photos courtesy of CRMLS

Favorite Palos Verdes Homes – January 28, 2020

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Favorite Palos Verdes Homes –January 28, 2020

My favorite Palos Verdes Homes on the January 28, 2020, Palos Verdes real estate Broker’s Tour (17 homes had open houses today) are described below. We currently have 143 single family Palos Verdes homes for sale ranging in price from $1,140,000 in Rancho Palos Verdes (The low in Eastview is $899,000) to $27,500,000 in the city of Palos Verdes Estates. There are 20 Palos Verdes condos/townhomes for sale priced between $599,900 and $2,295,000. My favorite Palos Verdes homes today:

Janet & Cameron Stearns’ (RE/MAX Estate Properties) 1413 Via Castilla, Palos Verdes Estates, 90274 (above left) is a 6 bedroom, 6 bath, 5,298 square foot home for $2,800,000. This elegant Lunada Bay French Chateau features gorgeous ocean views, high end kitchen w/walk in pantry, fabulous master suite, formal study, and ocean view patio w/jacuzzi. Norman Lucas’ (RE/Max Estate Properties) 50 Santa Barbara Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes, 90275 (above right) is a 4 bedroom, 4 bath, 3,818 square foot home for $2,699,000. This remodeled luxurious “Island View” home features ocean/Catalina views, new gourmet kitchen, remodeled baths, 2 family rooms, and outdoor kitchen & pool/spa.

Suzanne Dyer’s (Berkshire Hathaway HomeService) 19 Rockinghorse Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, 90275 (above left) is a 5 bedroom, 3 bath, 3,300 square foot home for $2,349,000. This gorgeous completely remodeled Palos Verdes Drive East home features 270 degree Santa Monica Bay/city/harbor views, huge new kitchen, wine cellar, gated entrance, all located on a 1 acre lot. Tuba Ghannadi’s (RE/MAX Estate Properties) 26429 Silver Spur Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, 90275 (above right) is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,390 square foot home for $1,198,000. This charming one level Silver Spur home features a Great Room concept, city & pastoral views, remodeled kitchen, remodeled baths, and viewing patios.

To read my prior article on favorite Palos Verdes homes for sale click here.

Photos courtesy of CRMLS

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Mid March 2020 Palos Verdes Home Sales

Favorite Palos Verdes Homes – March 17, 2020

Palos Verdes Home Improvements Cost vs Value 2020

Favorite Palos Verdes Homes – February 25, 2020

Mid February 2020 Palos Verdes Home Sales

Favorite Palos Verdes Homes – February 18, 2020

Favorite Palos Verdes Homes – February 11, 2020

Favorite Palos Verdes Homes – February 4, 2020

Favorite Palos Verdes Homes – January 28, 2020

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