Welcome to Rancho Palos Verdes
Hidden gem featuring all the best California has to offer
Rancho Palos Verdes is a coastal city on the top of the Palos Verdes Peninsula in Los Angeles County. This city is among the most affluent zip codes in the United States based on property prices and household income. Rancho Palos Verdes is quickly becoming the go-to neighborhood for people wishing to enjoy Los Angeles but with more privacy.
Per the 2010 United States census, Ranchos Palos Verdes had a population of 41,643 in an area of 13.47 square miles. Young families prefer the sparsely populated city as they enjoy self-standing homes as apartments are few. It creates a more homely and private vibe around Rancho Palos Verdes, which greatly increases the city's property values.
What to Love
- Unimpeded views of the Pacific Ocean
- Highly-ranked private and public schools nearby
- Perfect year-round warm sunny weather
- Modern-designed homes
- Private and secluded neighborhoods
Local Lifestyle
Rancho Palos Verdes offers residents a suburban and remote feel as the city is away from the hustle and bustle of Hollywood and the wider Los Angeles area. Many residents of Rancho Palos Verdes own their homes, meaning most people know each other as they are likely to have been neighbors for a long time. Retirees tend to love Rancho Palos Verdes due to its warm weather, friendly residents, and an influx of outdoor spaces to walk and relax.
Living in Rancho Palos Verdes offers a laid-back lifestyle as residents tend to move at their own pace in all aspects of life. As a result, you are unlikely to encounter traffic within the city, allowing you more time to spend with your friends and family. Rancho Palos Verdes has many coffee shops highlighting how active the residents are as well as the love for small intimate spaces ideal for socialization.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Terranea Resort is the ideal hotel for anyone visiting Rancho Palos Verdes. The resort sits on a 102-acre plot that offers panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Terranea offers the best cuisines at its restaurant, shopping stalls, and music events on its grounds.
Tourists will also appreciate the Point Vicente Lighthouse, which offers unmatched ocean views and can be a fun experience to get to the top of the structure. The Los Verdes Golf Course also offers delicious meals at its restaurant, which merge various delicacies from different cultures.
Yellow Vase is one of the popular coffee shops in Rancho Palos Verdes, as it is next to a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, which can be a perfect place to have your morning beverage as you meditate.
Things to Do
You'll never be short of things to do in Rancho Palos Verdes.Visit the Portuguese Bend Beach Club for a bite to eat as you marvel at the serene ambiance and environment.
Del Cerro Park is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts as there are numerous trails to walk, jog or cycle on. Enthusiasts can also trek on the Golden Cove Trail, which is right next to the ocean, for a more surreal experience. Car lovers are also sorted when in Rancho Palos Verdes as they can attend the annual classic car event at The Concord Elegance, featuring some of the best cars in history.
Schools
Rancho Palos Verdes is known for its highly-ranked schools, including:
- Cornerstone School at Pedregal, K-5
- Point Vicente Elementary School, K-5
- Silver Spur Elementary School, K-5
- Vista Grande Elementary School, K-5
- Miraleste Intermediate School, 6-8
- Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, 9-12
