On the Palos Verdes Peninsula, there are two choices for Fourth of July celebrations during the day. There are also two choices nearby for local fireworks in the evening. Palos Verdes Estates will be hosting their 47th Old Fashioned Independence Day Celebration at Malaga Cove School beginning at 9:45 a.m. with entries into the Apple Pie Contest followed by the Children's Bike Parade at 10:00 a.m....
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...
Palos Verdes will be a little busier on Saturday, May 17th, as the 42nd Palos Verdes Marathon will begin at 7:00 a.m. at Point Fermin Park, 807 Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro. The runners follow a beautiful course along the coast to Lunada Bay and back. Click here for a course map to assist your travels around the Peninsula or if you would like to cheer on the participants. Photo courtesy of the Palos...
This is an open letter to Buyers. If you are looking for foreclosures or REOs (bank owned real estate) in Palos Verdes or the South Bay, here are some ideas to help you... One for the Money -You must have your finances ready. The Bank-Seller has already experienced shaky finances from the prior owner. Get pre-approved from your lender and have them pull your current FICO scores. You will also...
Rancho Palos Verdes was the last city on the Peninsula to incorporate in 1973. The city has 7.5 miles of coastline and 12.3 square miles of land. Rancho Palos Verdes is the largest city on the Peninsula. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the estimated population in the year 2003 was 42,265. Current real estate prices for single family residences are between $619,000 (for a 2 bedroom, 1 bath,...
Palos Verdes Estates was the first city on the Peninsula to incorporate in 1939. The city has 4.5 miles of coastline. Twenty-eight percent of city land is permanently deeded as parkland and maintained as dedicated open space. According to Palos Verdes Estates Resident Handbook, the population in the year 2000 was approximately 13,572. Most homes are custom built and one can only find multiple...
The Cherry Blossoms are blooming at South Coast Botanic Garden. It is so magical to see the blossoms "rain" down onto the ground. This is the perfect time for a visit as the cherry, plum and peach trees are in full bloom. South Coast Botanic Garden is one of Palos Verdes' best-kept secrets. It is never crowded. One is free to amble for hours through 87 acres of beautiful settings. There is...