Palos Verdes Real Estate Sales for November 2019

Posted on by October 15, 2020
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November 2019 Palos Verdes Real Estate Sales

Sales of Palos Verdes real estate for November 2019 increased compared to last month ( 61 Palos Verdes houses sold in November vs 50 homes sold in October).

There were 60 pending sales of Palos Verdes Homes in November which decreased from the 66 homes pending in October. 

Average sales price for Palos Verdes homes sold in November went down slightly at $1,647,000 compared to $1,663,000 in October,

Average days on market in November decreased to 46 days from 68 days in October. 

Months of inventory (months it would take to sell existing inventory at the current rate of sale) decreased to 2.9 months in November for Palos Verdes homes for sale compared to 4 months in October. (Normal markets consist of 6 months of inventory.)

Currently, there are 170 single family Palos Verdes homes for sale. 

2019 Palos Verdes & Beach Cities Holiday Shopping, Parades and Fireworks

Posted on by October 15, 2020
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Don’t miss this year’s fun holiday celebrations in Palos Verdes and The Beach Cities!

Experience the wide array of festivities in the South Bay, from tree lightings to entire neighborhoods on display to concerts and more.

The Science of Gratitude

Posted on by October 15, 2020
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The science is in — a grateful disposition reduces materialism, risk of burnout and symptoms of depression and makes you happier! Here are three small acts with big impacts to help you practice gratitude daily. 

1 – Handwritten Notes – Write one note a week and keep it positive. Studies show people who write notes are more satisfied with life and show fewer symptoms of depression.

2 – Small Acts of Kindness – Buy a coffee for a co-worker. Hold the door. Get lunch with a friend who is new to the area. Studies show more kindness = more happiness.

3 – Daily Gratitude Check-Ins – Write three things you are grateful for on a sticky note and glance at it regularly. Take daily walks…reflect on what you are grateful for. Studies show that counting your blessings increases well-being.

Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair – Oct 5-6, 2019

Posted on by October 15, 2020
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Come to the Fair!

October 5 – 6, 2019

Nothing says community like the Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair

With a hometown feel and a place for everyone, The Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair has had the privilege of celebrating the South Bay community for 47 years.

Run by a 20 person volunteer board in partnership with the city of Manhattan Beach, tens of thousands of people flock to Manhattan Beach the 1st week in October to join in the fun.

Manhattan Beach 10K Run

There is also the 42nd annual Manhattan Beach 10k Run on October 5th that is put on separately from the fair. You can register in-person at Village Runner, Manhattan Beach Until Friday, October 4. 1840 N. Sepulveda Blvd. 10am-7pm

From the organizers on Why you should run?

“Use the #mb10k hashtag on Instagram and Twitter to let everyone in on the fun. Show them you are running next to your friends, teammates and latest crushes. Show them you are running in a killer city that lies along the best coast, the west coast. Add your awesome story to the rich history of this race.Whether you are running with your cross-country team, track team or a group of your besties, make sure you have fun while you are doing it! Dress up, dress alike, be a team of superheroes. “Orange Justice” to the tunes of the live bands along the course! Give a shout-out to all the adoring fans supporting you! Celebrate together as you sprint over the finish line for a job well-done!”

10k Fun Run in Manhattan Beach

2019 Fall Football schedule: USC and UCLA, Monday Night NFL

Posted on by October 15, 2020
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It’s that time of year again for tailgates and team colors. Flags go up on houses designating the college of choice and roars are heard during the games amid wafting aromas of Barbecues.

Here is the Monday Night Football schedule as well as the schedules for UCLA and USC for you can download and post on your fridge!

2019 USC and UCLA Football Schedule

Download here to print out

Make More Time?

Posted on by August 18, 2019
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How many times have you found yourself wishing for a few extra hours in the day?  Sometimes it feels like there just isn’t enough time to get it all done.  When this happens, our health and well-being are typically the first things to take a back seat – then others often follow suit.  

As we look toward the end of summer, kids heading back to school and our calendars filling in every day until Christmas, this month’s Item of Value offers strategies to cut time in the kitchen, save money and eat nutritiously.  Then with a little free time, one can consider hobbies, on-line courses, or maybe a fall trip when travel is more relaxing.

July 2019 Sales Report – Palos Verdes Peninsula & The Beach Cities of Los Angeles

Posted on by August 18, 2019
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July & August are historically slow times in real estate sales.  But it is interesting to note according to the July Sales Statistics that the current price per square foot for the “sold”  properties is in line with the price per square foot for the “asking price” for most cities except for Rolling Hills. 

USA Today Names Palos Verdes Estates Best City to Live Inside of California

Posted on by October 15, 2020
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View of Lower Malaga Cove in Palos Verdes Esates. Photo by Kit Wertz
USA Today Named Palos Verdes Estates best city to live inside California on January 4, 2019. Photo by Kit Wertz of Lower Malaga Cove in Palos Verdes Estates

From USA Today:

“There are nearly 20,000 villages, towns and cities across the 50 states, and not all of them are equally conducive to the well-being of those who live there.

While quality of life is subject to a range of factors – close relationships and personal health being among the most important – the local community and environment can also have a meaningful impact.

When it comes to choosing a place to call home, everyone has their own priorities and subjective tastes. Still, there are specific attributes some communities share that are almost universally desirable: safe streets, a strong economy, affordability and a range of entertainment options, to name a few.

24/7 Wall St. created a weighted index of over two dozen measures to identify the best city to live in each state. We considered all boroughs, census designated places, cities, towns and villages with at least 8,000 residents.”

Neptune Fountain Malaga Cove Plaza
The Neptune Fountain in Malaga Cove Plaza in the center of Palos Verdes Estates. Photo by Kit Wertz

“Located along the Pacific Coast less than 30 miles from L.A., Palos Verdes Estates is the only California city to rank among the best places 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.”

USA Today

Real Estate Sales for November 2018 – Palos Verdes Peninsula and Beach Cities

Posted on by January 30, 2019

According to the California Association of Realtors, the housing market sputtered in November.California housing market sputters in November

– Existing, single-family home sales totaled 381,400 in November on a seasonally adjusted annualized rate, down 3.9 percent from October and down 13.4 percent from November 2017.

– November’s statewide median home price was $554,760, down 3.0 percent from October and up 1.5 percent from November 2017.

– Statewide active listings rose for the eighth straight month, increasing 31 percent from the previous year.

– The statewide Unsold Inventory Index was 3.7 months in November, up from 3.6 months in October.

– As of November, year-to-date sales were down 4.6 percent.