Palos Verdes Peninsula
The Palos Verdes Peninsula in Southern California boasts a rich history, from its early days as home to the Tongva people to its development as a collection of planned communities. In 1913, New York financier Frank A. Vanderlip, Sr. purchased 16,000 acres with a vision to create a residential paradise. With designs by the renowned Olmsted Brothers, the landscape featured winding roads, green hillsides, and lush open spaces, establishing the Peninsula’s enduring natural beauty. Palos Verdes Estates, incorporated in 1939, became the first city on the Peninsula, followed by Rolling Hills (1957), Rolling Hills Estates (1957), and Rancho Palos Verdes (1973).
Each city retains unique characteristics: Palos Verdes Estates emphasizes scenic beauty and Spanish-style architecture, while Rolling Hills is known for its gated equestrian community. Rancho Palos Verdes is home to iconic landmarks like the Point Vicente Lighthouse, Wayfarers Chapel, and the Palos Verdes Nature Preserve, and Rolling Hills Estates preserves its rural charm with bridle trails and open spaces. From the Peninsula’s early ranching days and the establishment of Rancho de los Palos Verdes in 1846 to its modern evolution, its communities continue to honor their founders' vision by preserving natural assets and providing a high quality of life. Today, the Peninsula is celebrated for its scenic vistas, historic landmarks, and unparalleled coastal beauty.
NEIGHBORHOODS
Valmonte
Malaga Cove
Monte Malaga
Lunada Bay / Margate
Rolling Hills
Rolling Hills Estates
La Cresta
Rancho Palos Verdes
Miraleste
Mira Catalina
West Palos Verdes
Country Club
Los Verdes
Crest
Peninsula Center
Silver Spur
Eastview
AREA AMENITIES
City Information
Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce
Education
Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District
Points of Interest
Local Parks
Important Numbers
Palos Verdes Estates
City Hall .............................................. (310) 378-0383
Chamber of Commerce ........................... (310) 377-8111
Art Jury Homes Association ...................... (310) 373-6721
Fire Department ..................................... (310) 373-6539
Police Department .................................. (310) 378-4211
Verizon (phone) ..................................... (800) 483-3000
Cox Cable ........................................... (310) 377-1800
So. CA Edison ...................................... (800) 655-4555
So. CA Gas Co. ................................... (800) 427-2200
CA Water Service Co. ........................... (310) 257-1400
Athens Services (waste) ........................... (888) 336-6100
Main Post Office .................................... (310) 541-0624
Important Numbers
Rancho Palos Verdes (RPV)
City Hall .............................................. (310) 377-0360
Chamber of Commerce ........................... (310) 377-8111
Fire Department ..................................... (310) 377-9523
Sheriff’s Department ................................ (310) 539-1661
Verizon (phone) ..................................... (800) 483-3000
Cox Cable ........................................... (310) 377-1800
So. CA Edison ...................................... (800) 655-4555
So. CA Gas Co. ................................... (800) 427-2200
CA Water Service Co. ........................... (310) 257-1400
Parks and Recreation .............................. (310) 544-5260
EDCO Disposal ..................................... (310) 540-2977
Universal Waste Systems ......................... (800) 631-7016
Main Post Office ................................... (310) 541-0624
Important Numbers
Rolling Hills
City Hall .............................................. (310) 377-1521
Community Association ........................... (310) 544-6222
Fire Department ..................................... (310) 377-1584
Sheriff’s Department ................................ (310) 539-1661
Verizon (phone) ..................................... (800) 483-3000
AT&T ................................................... (888) 288-2020
Cox Cable ........................................... (310) 377-1800
So. CA Edison ...................................... (800) 655-4555
So. CA Gas Co. ................................... (800) 427-2200
CA Water Service Co. ........................... (310) 257-1400
Allied Waste Service .............................. (888) 742-5234
Library ................................................. (310) 377-9584
Important Numbers
Rolling Hills Estates
City Hall .............................................. (310) 377-1577
Chamber of Commerce ........................... (310) 377-8111
Fire Department ..................................... (310) 377-9523
Sheriff’s Department ................................ (310) 539-1661
Verizon (phone) ..................................... (800) 483-3000
Cox Cable ........................................... (310) 377-1800
So. CA Edison ...................................... (800) 655-4555
So. CA Gas Co. ................................... (800) 427-2200
CA Water Service Co. ........................... (310) 257-1400
Waste Management .............................. (310) 677-6500
Main Post Office ................................... (310) 541-0624
Tennis Club .......................................... (310) 541-4585