This iconic Tudor home in the Montemalaga neighborhood of PVE is a charming and nostalgic property with a captivating old-world feel. Situated on a corner, spanning over half an acre on a secluded cul-de-sac, this estate offers ambiance that is sure to impress. Upon arrival, you are greeted by a stately semi-circular driveway that provides ample family and guest parking. The expansive front yard can accommodate a wide range of outdoor activities for both children and adults. Upon entering the foyer, you are entranced by the stunning interior with its open and airy layout. Each space in this home has been thoughtfully and meticulously updated. The custom kitchen is a chef’s dream with Italian marble countertops, rich cabinetry, a built-in bread box, a pantry with abundant storage, counter seating, and high-end appliances. The kitchen overlooks lush foliage in the backyard, the pool, and 2 water features as well as an ocean peek of the iconic Queen’s Necklace.The stately dining room has a vaulted wood ceiling, room for a 12 person table, wood burning fireplace and overlooks the yard—perfect for viewing sunsets. The living room is where you’ll spend quality time—enjoying family, entertaining, relaxing, reading, or watching the fire burn in the exquisite fireplace featuring antique brick. There is also a separate light-filled office. With a total of 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, privacy and comfort are ensured for both residents and guests. The home offers a primary ensuite bedroom that showcases stunning views of the picturesque outdoors and the city lights view at night. The primary bath is spa-like with soaking tub (featuring a Fortuni chandelier), enclosed shower, and double sink vanity. There are 3 more bedrooms on the main floor and a completely separate suite downstairs with its own exterior door - superb for guests. The backyard features a pool, spa, 2 water fountains, and a brick patio with a built-in BBQ, sink, and refrigerator. Moreover, scenic views of the city, Disneyland fireworks, and a glimpse of the Queen's Necklace are available out back. The property also boasts a variety of mature fruit trees and raised garden beds. You can indulge in fresh fruit from apple, avocado, banana, lemon, orange, fig, plum, and 2 types of pear trees. The garage has been newly epoxied providing both a clean and functional space with laundry and wall to wall storage. This exceptional property blends timeless elegance with modern amenities in a serene private setting.
Sold for $3,900,000 on 09/19/23
Listing Provided by:
Lauren Forbes DRE #01295248 310-362-0596,
Compass,
Roma Barba DRE #01359711 310-422-0652,
Compass
$3,900,000
2501 Novato Pl, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
5beds
3,305sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
0.58 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,180/sqft
$8,423 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 09, 2023 at 04:09pm
Listing Provided by:
Lauren Forbes DRE #01295248 310-362-0596,
Compass,
Roma Barba DRE #01359711 310-422-0652,
Compass
Bought with:
Cora Fischer, DRE #00989703
Estate Properties
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SB23121468
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 4
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Heating
- Central, Electric, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Gas, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Barbecue, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Indoor Grill, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Water Purifier, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Common Area, In Garage
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Brick Walls, Block Walls, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Tile Counters, Track Lighting, Wired for Data, Attic, Bedroom on Main Level, Instant Hot Water, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Brick, Laminate, Stone, Wood
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Casement Window(s), Drapes, Wood Frames
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Family Room, Gas
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,305 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Concrete, Door-Single, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Private, Pull-through, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Safe Emergency Egress from Home, Parking, Accessible Doors
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Ground
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Brick, Concrete, Open, Patio, Wood
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Rain Gutters, Brick Driveway
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Filtered, Gas Heat, Heated, In Ground, Pool Cover, Permits, Private, Tile, Waterfall
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Above Ground, Fiberglass, Heated, Permits, Private
- Fencing: Block,Chain Link,Wood,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Peek-A-Boo
Lot
- Size: 0.58 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Level, Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Street Level, Trees, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 7545014004
- Zoning: PVR1*
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Drywall, Concrete, Stucco, Vertical Siding, Wood Siding, Copper Plumbing
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter, Slab
- Roof: Shake,Wood
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Electricity - On Property, 220 Volts in Garage, 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry, 220 Volts For Spa, 220 Volts in Workshop
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Biking, Suburban
Location
- Region: Palos Verdes Estates
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved