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Palos Verdes Luxury Home Market Report (April 2013) – Toering & Team

Norma Toering — Thu, 16 May 2013 05:24:25 +0000

12 Luxury homes priced over $2,000,000 sold during April 2013. Palos Verdes Estates and Rancho Palos Verdes each recorded four luxury sales. Rolling Hills Estates had three sales and Rolling Hills had one luxury sale.

The highest price Palos Verdes sale for the month of April was $3,900,000 for the property located at 65 Paseo De La Luz in Oceanfront Estates in Rancho Palos Verdes.

There are 16 Palos Verdes luxury properties in escrow and 52 PV luxury homes currently for sale. If you’re in the market to purchase a luxury home in Palos Verdes contact Norma Toering & Team to help you achieve your real estate goals.

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Rolling Hills is Horse Country – California Equestrian Homes

Norma Toering — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 17:58:00 +0000

Horses relaxing in Rolling Hills, CA.

If you are in the mood to saddle up the horse and go for a leisurely ride you might want to consult the Palos Verdes Peninsula Horsemen’s Association Trail Guide. It is the only complete guide to the equestrian trails of the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Maps feature all of the equestrian trails superimposed on an aerial map.

The PVPHA Guide sells for approximately $20, plus tax, and includes an equine service directory. The Trail Guide may be purchased at the General Store in Rolling Hills Estates, or you may order it from PVPHA, P.O. Box 4153, Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274.

View of the Pacific Ocean from Rolling Hills CA

In the market to purchase a horse property? The gated community of Rolling Hills offers some of the finest equestrian estates in Southern California. Riding trails lace the hillsides and snake along the canyon bottoms. Enjoy magnificent ocean views and expansive vistas of the Los Angeles area from your horseback vantage point. Rolling Hills Estates is noted for its many equestrian neighborhoods also.

Would you like to tour equestrian estates online? If so, I will send you an e-list of properties currently for sale in Rolling Hills and Rolling Hills Estates. (Email Norma your request.)

Hikers, a horse is not required to enjoy the trails of Palos Verdes!

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100 Reasons to Call Palos Verdes Home

Norma Toering — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 21:52:59 +0000

This is going to be a long list, and I’m only going to scratch the surface, so let’s get started. The list is in no particular order–just the way it popped into my head after living in the area for over 22 years. (See which homes are available for purchase currently in Palos Verdes.)

View from a home in Palos Verdes, CA

The Palos Verdes Peninsula is a 26.3 square mile area located in the southwest corner of Los Angeles County. The Peninsula is 23 miles south of downtown Los Angeles.

1) The Climate: Average temperature in January–66 degrees. Average temperature in July–77 degrees.

2) The Coastal Location: It’s the Palos Verdes Peninsula and the Pacific Ocean kisses three sides 24/7.

3) The Views: Ocean to the south and west. LA city lights to the north and LA Harbor to the east.

4) The Schools: PV is home to a top ranking public system and a plethora of top notch private schools.

5) The Open Space: A drive around Palos Verdes reveals lots of wide open space. There’s room to breathe.

6) The Variety of Housing: From condos to cottages to mega million compounds it all available in PV.

7) Urban Amenities: At your fingertips but not in your backyard.

8) Horses: They are welcome in many areas of the Palos Verdes Peninsula.

9) Trails: If you have horses you need trails and PV is laced with riding trails.

10) Foghorns and Lighthouses: Does it get anymore coastal than that?

11) Great Libraries: I know you can find everything on the Internet, but there’s something about books…

12) Great Parks: Many PV parks have stunning views.

13) A World Class Resort/Hotel: Terranea offers luxurious accommodations in an ocean front location.

14) Recreation Opportunities: Five golf courses, tennis clubs and miles of hiking trails to name a few.

15) Beaches: I can’t believe this one didn’t pop into my head until now.

16) The Untamed Beauty: Towering cliffs and a craggy coastline showcase some of nature’s best work.

17) 278 Days of Sunshine!

18) Trees: We don’t like them to block our views, but we love their shade and beauty.

19) It’s Dark at Night: There’s very little neon in PV, very few traffic lights and even fewer street lights.

20) The International Flavor: The cultural stew is varied, food choices abundant and people mix eclectic.

21) Wayfarers Chapel: The glass church on “The Hill” designed by Frank Lloyd Wright’s son.

22) Abalone Cove Shoreline Park and Ecological Center: Graced with bluffs, tide pools and incredible views.

23) Point Vincent Interpretive Center: Great whale watching site.

24) Whale Watching Boat Rides: Get up close and personal with the gentle giants of the sea.

25) Catalina Express: Will speed you the 26 miles to Catalina Island in just over an hour. Great day trip!

26) Secret Surfing Spots: The locals hold these surf spots close to their chest.

27) Big Bear, Lake Arrowhead: Load up the kids and the ski gear. You can be on the slopes in 3 hours.

28) Palm Springs and Other Glorious Desert Destinations: Just over 2 hours away and you’re ready to play.

29) South Coast Botanic Garden: Former landfill abloom with local floral including a rose garden.

30) Roses: They thrive in the coastal climate of Palos Verdes.

31) Bougainvillea: You will seen the brilliant colors throughout the Palos Verdes Peninsula.

32) Norris Center for the Performing Arts: Voted best live theater in the South Bay.

33) The Art Center: PV’s art community is alive and well.

34) The Queen’s Necklace: Where ocean meets land along the beach cities coastline. PV top view!

35) Trump National: Great place to golf or simply walk–I do the latter almost daily.

36) George F. Canyon Nature Center: 36-acre park with educational center and hiking trails.

37) Ice Chalet: Daily ice skating available at the Promenade Mall.

39) The Promenade Mall: Never too crowded and always a good movie playing.

40) Torrance Beach: Located in the shadow of the Palos Verdes Peninsula with white sand and bike path.

41) Cabrillo Marine Aquarium: Much smaller than the one in Long Beach but great for kids.

42) Vincent Thomas Bridge: The much photographed bridge connects San Pedro to Long Beach.

43) Sunrises

44) Sunsets

45) Bedrock: It’s earthquake country but most PV homes are built on solid bedrock

46) Deep Canyons and Towering Cliffs and Hills: The topography is anything but boring.

47) Paragliders: The PV cliffs are a magnet due to the thermal drafts.

48) Ocean Breezes

49) Tide Pools: Filled with little creatures of the sea.

50) The Restaurants at Terranea: I’ve eaten at all of them–no favorite they are all delicious.

51) Trump National Restaurant: Best breakfast spot is on the outdoor patio with a view of the Pacific.

52) RAT Beach: Tucked beneath the hills of Palos Verdes Estate this is a fabulous beach for kids.

53) The Getty Museum: Overdose on art at your leisure. I once gazed at Van Gogh’s Irises for hours.

54) Beverly Hills: A fun place to visit and shop, but I’m always ready to head back to “The Hill” (PV).

55) The Nickname: The locals refer to Palos Verdes Peninsula as simply The Hill.

56) The Abbreviations: RH, RHE, PVE, RPV, PVDN, PVDS, PVDE, PVDW, PVP, and the list goes on…

57) Farmers Market: Sundays 9 AM to 1 PM at Peninsula Shopping Center.

58) Portuguese Bend Beach Club: Private beach with Palapas, fire-pits and rocky beach.

59) Palos Verdes Beach and Athletic Club: Private ocean front club on the bluff overlooking the Pacific.

60) Jack Kramer Tennis & Swim Club: My kids loved playing tennis and swimming here.

61) Walks on the Wild Side: Lace up your hiking boots, grab the camera and explore PV.

62) Morning walks in coastal fog.

63) Wave Watching on a high surf day.

64) Staples Center: Sports and concert venue extraordinaire.

65) Horseback Riding: Saddle up.

66) Tennis, anyone?

67) Dining: From ocean view dining to tiny bistros PV offers a wide variety of dining options.

68) Seniors: Aging is place is a popular option for PV seniors and there is ample community support.

69) Palos Verdes Street Fair and Music Festival: Come join the fun.

70) The Traffic: Or lack thereof…

71) The Beach Cities: They are next door and offer an unlimited expansion of everything from dining to dancing.

72) Amusement Parks: From big daddy Disney to go cart parks Southern Cali is the place to get your amusement park fix.

73) LAX: It may not be your idea of a good time, but it’s close when needed.

PV Beach Club

74) JetBlue: When I have the option I fly out of Long Beach. JetBlue to NYC is the best.

75) World Class Shopping: Rodeo Drive, South Coast Plaza–from diamonds to discount malls it’s all in LA.

76) Cruise Ships: Watch them leave, watch them arrive or board one in the LA Harbor.

77) Peacocks: Love them or hate them they are a part of the PV landscape.

78) See PV: Take a drive around the PV Peninsula on Palos Verdes Drive–PVDS and PVDW are not to be missed. Pull over often to enjoy the views.

79) Shakespeare in the Park: What’s not to love about an outdoor play on a warm summer night?

80) The drive up the coast.

81) The drive down the coast.

82) Starry Nights

83) Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific: It’s a hands on experience and a favorite of my grandchildren.

84) Hiking: The hills at Trump National are my gym of choice.

85) The Olmstead Brothers: Landscape architects for PVE. Their father, Frederick, designed Central Park in NYC.

86) Malaga Cove Fountain: It’s a landmark and one of my favorite places to meet clients coming from the beach cities.

87) Paseo Del Mar: An ocean view boulevard with stunning views and homes. Drive it or better yet, walk it.

88) The Greenery: PV is an oasis of vegetation in the concrete and asphalt jungle of Los Angeles.

89) Hills and Cliffs: The flat land of LA is a stark contrast to the rolling hills and towering cliffs of Palos Verdes.

90) The Atmosphere: The surrounding area is urban; PV has a small town feel.

91) Frank Vanderlip: For having the vision of what Palos Verdes could be and the money to develop it. he purchased the land without seeing it in the early 1910s.

92) Eucalyptus Trees: They are not native flora but they are at home in Palos Verdes.

A Palos Verdes Sunset

93) Whales: They can be seen along the coast from December to March.

94) Dolphins: They frolic along the coastline too.

95) Seals: Part of the local water fauna show

too.

96) Hollywood Sign: Iconic symbol of LA and the entertainment industry–PV is a popular destination for film making.

97) The View of Catalina Island: On a clear day you can see every crevasse and canyon on the Island, and at night the lights of Avalon.

98) The Razzle Dazzle of LA’s Lights: From the vantage point of PV, LA’s city lights twinkle below like millions of holiday lights.

99) Advanced Placement Courses: My four children took many and graduated from the Palos Verdes School District with numerous college credits. Great way to save on college costs while living the Palos Verdes lifestyle in a little slice of paradise.

100) The beauty of it all.

- Norma (310) 493-8333

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Norma Toering’s Mira Catalina Sales Report – Aug 2011 – Rancho Palos Verdes

Norma Toering — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 18:47:48 +0000

Mira Catalina neighborhood real estate and home sales report for Rancho Palos Verdes, CA in August 2011.

Norma Toering’s neighborhood insider’s tip: The Mira Catalina area has an award winning elementary school nestled in its center so many children can walk to school–how green is that?

Homes for sale: 9 Homes are listed for sale in Mira Catalina, RPV priced from $820,000 to $1,700,000.

Pending sales: 2 Houses are in escrow priced at $800,000 each.

August sales: 2 Homes sold in Mira Catalina during Aug. 2011:

Address	Sale Price	Bed/Bath	Sq. Feet.	Lot	Year Built	Days Listed
3125 Corinna Drive	$849,000	3/2	1819	14778	1962	66
3259 Deluna Drive	$1,250,000	5/3	2750	12120	1962	40

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South Bay Los Angeles cities I sell real estate, property, houses and homes in: Palos Verdes Estates, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, San Pedro, Long Beach, Torrance, Lomita, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach. Based on information from the Association of REALTORS ®/Multiple Listing as of the initial date of this article/blog publication and /or other sources. Display of MLS data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. The Broker/Agent providing the information contained herein may or may not have been the Listing and/or Selling Agent.

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California Housing Market Picks Up In June

Norma Toering — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 22:08:47 +0000

In Southern California, housing sales jumped up 11.7% percent from the May numbers which is about twice the normal bump up for the spring escrows that finish in the summer. Prices for that same area edged up almost 2% for the month, but are still down compared to last June.

“California’s sluggish housing market showed some signs of life in June, with both Southern California and the Bay Area notching sales increases from May to June. June sales in the state increased 9.7% from May, with 38,975 newly built and previously owned houses and condominiums bought by shoppers, according to San Diego research firm DataQuick.

That figure was down 11.3% from June 2010, the last month to experience a surge of deals fueled by the now-expired popular federal tax credit for buyers.”

from The Los Angeles Times By Alejandro Lazo

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What is my home worth? And how do you know?

Norma Toering — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 23:11:28 +0000

Yesterday I showed property in the Lunada Bay neighborhood of Palos Verdes Estates. We viewed property priced from $1,400,000 to $2,200,000. The prospective buyers especially love the Lower Lunada Bay area with its flat streets and close proximity to the Pacific Ocean. After showing six homes my business partner and I then previewed homes for another client. Last weekend we showed 14 homes. Last week another buyer viewed nine homes. When a seller asks me what his home is worth I’m able make my guesstimate based on up to the minute knowledge of the local market.

When it is time to move beyond the “guestimate” and zero in on a list price I consult the comparable sales. Since I have personally viewed them, either from showing or previewing, I have detailed information about the condition, floorplan and other amenities. The appraisers who establish a value for lenders do not have as much information as an agent who is out in the field traipsing through home after home on a weekly basis. We know whether the remodeled kitchen was a do it yourself project or a high-end professional job. Appraisers call me on a regular basis to ask questions about sold comps they can no longer view.

One of the chief values of a real estate agent is market knowledge. If you do not know the market, and this means more than knowing the numbers, it is difficult to establish value. Seller need their agent to possess intimate knowledge of sales in their neighborhood. Buyers need their agent to advise them on neighborhood values and recent sales. This is not information that can be assimilated by driving by a property or studying the numbers. It is accumulated knowledge.

Yes, we unlock doors, but making sense of the nuances of the market and providing clients with invaluable knowledge is the key to selling smart and buying wise.

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It May Not Be Spring, But the Housing Market is Heating Up in Palos Verdes

Norma Toering — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:52:19 +0000

Interest in Palos Verdes properties is picking up. Last week Norma Toering & Team opened escrow on a Redondo Beach property. Next week we will close escrow on a Redondo Beach condo. The weekend found us busy showing Palos Verdes and Torrance properties. Today there was a mad dash to Long Beach to drop off keys to an upcoming listing and then off to show a view home in Rancho Palos Verdes. We have the South Bay area of Southern California covered!

Two new listings should be ready to hit the market in late February or early March. One buyer is heading back to China and another one will arrive South Africa in a few weeks. Thank heavens for my Google Calendar and comfortable showing shoes!

If you’re thinking of buying this spring, don’t wait too long to hop off the indecisive fence and begin your house hunting odyssey. With the right guide, it will be an enjoyable journey. Consumer confidence is on the rise, and interest rates and home prices may very well follow suit.

We’ll make a great team: You know what you’re looking for, we know the market and where to find what you want. Let’s get together and make it happen!

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FAQ in Real Estate–How Will I Know When We Hit Bottom?

Norma Toering — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 23:06:13 +0000

“How will I know when we hit the bottom?” That was my client’s question as he mulled over the pros and cons of submitting an offer. “You won’t know until after it happens,” was my response.

It will take months for the numbers to be totaled, tallied and analyzed. Graphs and charts will pinpoint the low by the year, month, and probably the day it occurred. Meanwhile, the home that was perfect for his family, his commute and within walking distance to the elementary school for his children will house another family.

The waiting game is a gamble. Yes, maybe the prices will drop. Yes, maybe a better house will come on the market. Yes, maybe the interest rates will go down. But life changes drive the real estate market.

My top five clients at the moment are stirring up my real estate activity due to these life changes:

Birth of twins! Suddenly the romantic cottage is no longer an option. Up-sizing is a necessity.
Career advancement. It’s an opportunity of a lifetime in another state and will require uprooting and moving.
Retirement. Can travel be far behind? I’m searching for a condo and she’s checking out cruises.
Divorce. Need I say more?
Debt. His company was sold, and he’s unemployed and saddled with a large mortgage hit each month.

Change is constant and it is a powerful force in the real estate world. Life does not stop for a down market. The investors may be taking a break, the lenders may be restructuring their loan policies, the flippers are not as plentiful, but to quote the familiar, life goes on.

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Luxury Leases in Palos Verdes

Norma Toering — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 22:56:35 +0000

If you are in the market for a luxury lease in Palos Verdes you will find many options available. Perhaps you long to spend a year living in a seaside villa while you acquaint yourself with the area prior to purchasing a home. Maybe you are an executive on temporary assignment and want your California living experience to mimic an episode of Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous. Perhaps you want a gated hideaway, or ranchette with stables. The Palos Verdes Peninsula offers a wide variety of luxury homes and at any given time several of these premiere residences are for lease.

There are currently five homes for lease in the gated community of Rolling Hills. Listed lease prices range from $7000 to $12,500 per month. If you’re looking for the security of a gated community, large lot and ultimate privacy, Rolling Hills is a must see community.

Palos Verdes Estates, located on the west side of the Palos Verdes Peninsula is home to oceanfront estates and hillside villas. At any given time a few choice residences are for lease. Likewise, Rancho Palos Verdes, home to Trump National Estates and the multi-million dollar Oceanfront development, offers an ever-changing list of luxury homes for lease in Palos Verdes.

If you would like more information regarding luxury leases contact Norma Toering & Team.

Originally posted on my PVLifestlyle blog: Luxury Home Leases in Palos Verdes, CA

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A Charity Far From Home but Close to My Heart–Pay It Forward

Norma Toering — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 22:54:23 +0000

I began 2011 looking for a new charity to give some of my time, effort and a little money. I believe we find what is meant to be found and lose what we no longer need. I already give to The Children’s Miracle Network each time I close a sale. I’ve collected Toys for Tots for many years and served on the Board of Happy Hats, a local non-profit organization, that serves the needs of hospitalized children.

Okay, it is fairly evident I like children. I am a former first grade teacher and mother of four. My grandchildren are the stars in my sky. I know the greatest hope for correction of flaws in the system lies within the power of present and future children of the world. If we want to see a change (and there are some things needing improvement if not radical changes) then we need to change the way children are treated, educated and valued–especially little girls born into this patriarchal world in third world countries.

Thanks to Carra Riley, a fellow Active Rain member, I discoveredEmpower Nepali Girls Foundation. I’m still learning about the program and I’m making my first, of what I hope will be many, donation to help a Nepali girl attend school and not be sold as a sex or domestic slave at the tender age of eight. That’s just wrong–so very wrong.

It does not require only major acts to change the world; millions of small acts of kindness will impact mankind.

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