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Palos Verdes Estates
NamePalos Verdes Estates
Settlement typeCity
Subdivision typeCountry
Subdivision nameUnited States
Subdivision type1State
Subdivision name1California
Subdivision type2County
Subdivision name2Los Angeles County
Leader titleMayor
Established titleIncorporated
Established dateDecember 20, 1939
Area total sq mi4.78
Population as of2020
Population total13,347
Population density sq miauto
TimezonePacific (PST)
Utc offset-8
Timezone DSTPDT
Utc offset DST-7
Postal code typeZIP Code
Postal code90274
Area code310/424
Blank nameFIPS code
Blank info06-55396
Blank1 nameGNIS feature ID
Blank1 info1652771
Websitewww.pvestates.org

Palos Verdes Estates. A master-planned coastal city located on the Palos Verdes Peninsula in Los Angeles County, California. Incorporated in 1939, it is renowned for its meticulously preserved Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, scenic Pacific Ocean vistas, and strict adherence to the original 1920s design principles established by the Olive Hill Foundation and landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted Jr.. The city is a prominent example of early 20th-century suburban planning, emphasizing architectural control, natural beauty, and exclusivity.

History

The modern history of the area began with the 1913 purchase of the Rancho de los Palos Verdes land grant by a syndicate led by Frank A. Vanderlip, a former president of the National City Bank of New York. The Olive Hill Foundation, later the Palos Verdes Art Jury, was created to oversee development according to a comprehensive plan crafted by landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted Jr. and architect Myron Hunt. The community was formally incorporated as a city in 1939, following the model of early planned communities like Kansas City's Country Club District. Key historical landmarks include the Malaga Cove Plaza, designed in the 1920s as the commercial and social heart of the community, and the iconic Wayfarers Chapel, a glass church designed by Lloyd Wright and dedicated in 1951.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city encompasses a total area of 4.78 square miles, all of it land, situated atop the bluffs of the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Its coastline features notable points such as Lunada Bay and Bluff Cove, which are popular for surfing and tidepooling. The city's terrain is characterized by rolling hills, dramatic ocean cliffs, and preserved natural areas, offering panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Santa Monica Bay, and on clear days, Santa Catalina Island. The local geography is part of the larger Palos Verdes Hills geological formation.

Demographics

The 2020 United States Census recorded a population of 13,347. The city has consistently ranked among the wealthiest communities in the United States, with a high median household income. Demographically, the population is highly educated, with a significant percentage of residents holding advanced degrees from institutions like the University of California system and Stanford University. The racial makeup is predominantly non-Hispanic white and Asian American, with smaller populations of Hispanic and other ethnicities.

Government

Palos Verdes Estates operates under a council-manager form of government, with a five-member City Council elected at-large. The council appoints a professional City Manager to oversee daily municipal operations. The city is part of California's 36th congressional district, represented in the United States House of Representatives, and is served at the state level by the California State Senate and California State Assembly. Law enforcement is provided by a contract with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, specifically the Lomita Sheriff's Station.

Education

Public education is managed by the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District, which includes highly ranked schools such as Palos Verdes High School and Palos Verdes Intermediate School. Several private institutions also serve the area, including Chadwick School, a prominent independent K-12 day school. For higher education, residents have access to nearby universities like the University of California, Los Angeles, the University of Southern California, and California State University, Dominguez Hills.

Notable people

The city has been home to numerous notable individuals from various fields. In entertainment and arts, residents have included actor Tom Selleck, musician Randy Newman, and film director John Milius. Sports figures such as former Los Angeles Lakers star Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and professional surfer Rob Machado have lived here. The business community has included figures like John Tu, co-founder of Kingston Technology. Famed aviator and author Anne Morrow Lindbergh also resided in Palos Verdes Estates.

Category:Cities in Los Angeles County, California Category:Populated coastal places in California