Palos Verdes Elementary Schools

Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District: Elementary Schools in Palos Verdes

When considering what home to buy, the community is just as important to consider with your real estate transaction. Below are a list of all of the elementary schools in the PVPUSD; visit their websites to learn more.

Cornerstone @ Pedregal Elementary
6069 Groveoak Place, Rancho Palos Verdes CA 90275-2261
Dapplegray Elementary
3011 Palos Verdes Drive North, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
Lunada Bay Elementary School
520 Paseo Lunado, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
Mira Catalina Elementary
30511 Lucania Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes CA 90275-6272
Miraleste Elementary
6245 Via Canada, Rancho Palos Verdes CA 90275-6540
Montemalaga Elementary
1121 Via Nogales, Palos Verdes Estates CA 90274-1671
Point Vicente Elementary
30540 Rue de la Pierre, Rancho Palos Verdes CA 90275-5364
Rancho Vista Elementary
4323 Palos Verdes Drive North, Rolling Hills Estates CA 90274-1576
Silver Spur Elementary
5500 Ironwood Street, Rancho Palos Verdes CA 90275-1739
Soleado Elementary
27800 Longhill Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes CA 90275-3909
Vista Grande Elementary
7032 Purpleridge Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes CA 90275-3059
Valmonte Developmental Kindergarten
3801 Via La Selva, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274

Rolling Hills Estates Real Estate

Rolling Hills Estates is an equestrian oriented city with many of its homes permitted to maintain horse facilities. With over 25 miles of public horse trails, Rolling Hills Estates real estate is a retreat for those who enjoy the outdoors and an equestrian lifestyle. The Rolling Hills community offers many recreational activities including the Rolling Hills Country Club, a private club offering golfing facilities. There is something for everyone in Rolling Hills Estates real estate. It would be our pleasure to introduce you to the area.

Real Estate in Rolling Hills Estates
Real estate in Rolling Hills Estates is found within 30 different neighborhoods, each with their own architectural style, homeowners associations, and unique features. If you are considering moving to the Rolling Hills Estates area, it is crucial to work with a local real estate professional who can help you navigate the area and help you choose the right home. With over forty years combined real estate experience and as residents ourselves, we are ready to assist you with all your real estate needs. Whether you are interested in Rolling Hills Estates real estate or any Palos Verdes real estate, contact Heidi and Frank today!

South Bay and the Peninsula

Palos Verdes is a name often used to refer to a group of coastal cities on the Palos Verdes Peninsula in southwestern Los Angles County.  Palos Verdes Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills Estates,Rolling Hills are the leading cities in the area, with a section of San Pedro extending onto the end of the peninsula. This affluent family community is known for its spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, magnificent homes,high-ranking schools, and horse trails.  There are several shopping centers near the area including The Promenade of the Peninsula and the Del Amo Mall. The Promenade features an outdoor mall with a movie theater, several restaurant options, and an ice rink.  Other popular areas for locals include Lunada Bay Plazaand Malage Cove. The Palos Verdes Peninsula is common for runners, hikers, horseback riders, bird watchers, surfers, scuba divers, whale watchers,and bicyclists.

The area where the Marineland  once stood and later served as an outdoor set for film productions is now home to the luxury oceanfront resort, Terranea. Close to the Terranea is Donald Trump’s Trump's National Golf Course on the Ocean Trails cliffs.

The South Bay is a region of the southwest peninsula of Los Angeles County. It stretches along the southern shore of Santa Monica covering the coastal regions on Los Angeles County south of Los Angeles International Airport which forms its western border. It includes the Beach Cities-Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach andRedondo Beach; El Segundo; Palos Verdes Peninsula; and Torrance. The term South Bay is more commonly referred to as "near the ocean," while not as accepted in the inland portions of the South Bay-Hawthorne and Lawndale. The Pacific Ocean borders the region on the south and west.

Local freeways include the 110, 405, 91, and the 105.

Home Security Tips

Home Security and Safety Tips
Here are some important tips to keep your family and home as safe as possible.
1. Don't leave notes for service people on your door, this will tell burglars you're not home.
2. Never put outgoing mail containing personal information in an unsecured mailbox
3. To prevent tipping off burglars when you plan to be away from your home, set your home phone volume to low- an unanswered phone is a giveaway your home is empty.
4. ALWAYS lock your doors, even if you're taking your dogs for a quick walk.
5. When you move into a new house, change all of the locks.
6. To create the illusion that someone is home at all time, install timers on your lights and radio to go on when you're not home.
7. If the entrances to your home are dark, install some lighting to brighten the entrance doors.
8. When considering your landscape plan, avoid putting trees or shrubbery near windows where buglers can easily hide.
9. Dogs are good preventers to burglars. Regardless of the size, a barking dog draws attention to the house and hopefully deters the burglars from moving forward with their plan.
10. If you're going away, ask your neighbors to use your garbage cans to keep traffic at the house.

Local Entertainment- L.A. Live

Local Entertainment- L.A. Live in Los Angeles

L.A. Live is an entertainment complex in Downtown approximately one hour from Palos Verdes and situated next to the Staples Center.
The Nokia Theatre and Club Nokia. The Nokia Theatre is a music and theatre venue, seats 7,100 people The venue has hosted concerts from The Eagles, John Mayer, American Idol, award shows- The ESPYs, Primetime Emmys, American Music Awards, etc. Club Nokia is a club venue, seating 2,300 people who can enjoy live music and cultural events.
Nokia Plaza is a 40,000 square-foot plaza the provides a broadcast venue for special events.
The Grammy Museum, dedicated to Grammy history, opened in December 2008. The museum is four floors with historical music artifacts.
L.A. Live offers hotels and residences as well. Located above the parking lot of the Staples Center, is a 54-story hybrid hotel with rooms available through the Marriott, Ritz Carlton, and Ritz Carlton Condominiums.
Regal Entertainment Movie complex includes 14 screens, seating up to 3,772 people. The "Regal Premiere House" is a three-story atrium and 806 seat theatre.
Restaurants in L.A. Live includes Katsuya, Wolfgane Puck Bar and Grill, Yard House, Fleming's Steakhouse, and Lawry's.

A Brief Guide to Selling Your Home

Looking to sell your home in the South Bay? Below is a selling guide created by HGTV.

Part 1: Evaluate your situation

Determine why you want to move or need to sell your home

Define your howls for the next 5-10 years

See if you're subject to capital gains tax

Calculate the costs of repairs and home improvements

Compare the costs of selling and remodeling

Calculate your selling and moving expenses

Calculate your buying expenses

Know the mortgage option for your next home purchase

Research the local housing market

Consider renting out your house

Part 2: Plan your selling strategy

Set priorities and a timeline

Time your sale to maximize your selling price

Weight the pros and cons of selling the home yourself

Choose a real estate agent and list your home on the MLS

Negotiate the terms of your listing agreement

Get a professional home inspection

Determine your home's fair market value

Price the house

Consider selling your home at auction

Know the rile when selling an investment property

Part 3: Stage and show your home

Start with the outside

Prep and stage your home

Promote your ohm's strengths and potential

Use photos and video to showcase your home

Take advantage of the Web and technology when advertising

Show your home and find ways to increase your showings

Make open houses count

Offer incentives that save buyers money

Explore alternative financing options

Manage your expectiations

Part 4: Close the deal

Prepare seller disclosure statements

Review offers with a detached eye

Focus on serious buyers

Consider the contingencies

Make a counteroffer

Negotiate terms and sign the contract

Time the sale of your home with the purchase of your next one

Open an escrow account

Ensure contract terms are met and sign closing documents

Move out and into your new home

Places to Visit in Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Zoo

The Los Angeles Zoo is the perfect place to take the family. Set on 133 acres, the zoo is home to 1,100 animals from around the world. The zoo receives over 1.5 million visitors per year and is owned and operated by the City of Los Angeles. Zoo highlights include the Elephants of Asia, Campo Gorilla Reserve, Chimpanzees of Mahale Mountians, Dragons of Komodo, Winnick Family Children's Zoo, and the Australian Koalas.

Address:5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles, CA. 90027

Hours: 10:00am to 5:00pm daily, closed December 25

Admission: General Admission: Adults, $14.00 - Children (2-12), $9.00, under 2 free - Senior Citizens (62 and older) $11.00
Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association (GLAZA) member: Free

Parking: Free

First Chance Foundation

The First Chance Foundation, located in Palos Verdes Peninsula, is a personal foundation helping to further education for underprivileged high school graduates from seven local schools. Below you will find the First Chance Newsletter explaining more about the foundation and its efforts for the community and its students. One-hundred percent of your contribution goes to the students. No funds are used for operating expenses and the directors take no fees. 

For more information about the First Chance Foundation or are interested in making a donation, please call Betty Coull, Vice President 310.541.2878

2 Saddle Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275

310.831.9691

Places to Visit in Los Angeles, The Huntington Library & Gardens

Places to Visit in Los Angeles: The Huntington Library

The Huntington Library is a private, non-profit institution, that features a library, art collections, and botanical gardens. The Library offers rare collections of books and manuscripts in both British and American history. The library is one of the nation's largest centers for the study of the American West with an expansive collection of materials on the pioneer experience, the Gold Rush, and the formation of Southern California.
The Art Collections are distributed in three separate galleries. A fourth gallery is dedicated to hosting changing exhibits. The Huntington Art Gallery preserves one of the most comprehensive collections in the country of 18th and 19th British and French Art.
The Gardens cover 120 acres with more then a dozen specialized gardens. The most visited include the Desert Garden, the Japanese Garden, the Rose Garden, and the Chinese Garden.

Admission to The Huntington is free to all visitors on the first Thursday of every month with advanced tickets. Hours on Free Day are 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Hours

Monday	12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Thursday	12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday	12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday	10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sunday	10:30 a.m. to 4:30

	Weekdays	Weekends, Monday holidays
Adults	$15	$20
Seniors (age 65+)	$12	$15
Students (age 12-18, or with full-time student I.D.)	$10	$10
Youth (age 5-11)	$6	$6
Children (under 5)	free	free
Groups (15 or more)	$11 (per person)	$14 (per person)
Members	free	free

Palos Verdes High School Makes Amazing Lip Dub To Nicki MInaj and Will.I.AM

Palos Verdes High School students created a lib dub video promoting what the campus has to offer  in order to encourage current eighth graders to choose PVHS for their upcoming freshmen year. A collaboration of all students (including the science club, sports teams, marching band, etc.) promoting the school's spirit and diversity. At Palos Verdes High School there is a place for every student that walks its halls.

Check out the video...

Home Safety Tips

Home Safety Tips 

How safe is your home? Here are some tips to consider

1. Have bright lights over stairs and steps to prevent falls.

2. Keep cleaners, medications, and beauty products out of reach of children or use safety locks.

3. Check all of your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors every month to make sure they are still working

4. Children can easily choke on coins, balloons, hard round foods (peanuts) so keep out of touch for children.

5. Store ladders on their sides in a shed or garage

6. Have a service person check heaters, fireplaces, and stove every year to make sure they are operating correctly.

7. Have a service person inspect chimneys, fireplaces, and central furnaces yearly.

Types of Home Mortgages

Types of Mortgage

While the different choices may seem overwhelming at first, the overall goal is simple: you want to find a loan that fits both your current financial situation and your future plans. Below are different types of mortgages. 

Fixed-Rate Mortgage 

Pros:The interest rate stays the same over the entire term, usually 30 years. 

Cons: If the interest rate falls, you may be stuck paying a higher rate

Adjustable-rate or variable-rate mortgage

Pros:Offers a lower initial rate of interest that fixed-rate loans

Cons: After an initial period, rates fluctuate over the life of the loan; when the interest rates rise, so does your loan payment

Federal Housing Administration Loan (FHA)

Pros:Allows buyers who may not qualify for a home loan to get one Low Down Payment

Cons: The size of your loan may be limited

VA Loan

Pros: Guaranteed loans for eligible veterans, active duty personnel and surviving spouses; offers competitive rates, low or no down payments

Cons: The size of your loan may be limited

Balloon Mortgage

Pros: A fixed rate loan with lower payments for a fixed period

Cons: After an initial period, the entire balance of the loan is due immediately; this type of loan may be risky for some borrowers

Interest-only

Pros: Borrower pays only the interest on the loan, in monthly payments, for a fixed term

Cons: After an initial period, the balance of the loan is due; this could result in much higher payments, paying a lump sum, or refinancing

Reverse Mortgage

Pros:Borrower pays only the interest on the loan, in monthly payments, for a fixed term

Cons: Subject to aggressive lending practices and false advertising promises, particularly by lenders that prey on seniors; check to ensure the loan is Federally insured