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South Bay Area

Palos Verdes Estates

 

 Palos Verdes Estates, located on the western side of the Peninsula was incorporated in 1939.  Approximately 13,700 residents reside in this city and enjoy remarkable views of the Pacific Ocean and Los Angeles basin.  Palos Verdes Estates offers activities that range from recreation sports such as hiking and golf to shopping at the two local commercial areas.  Also located within city limits are many churches and a library.  The city’s layout was designed by the Olmstead brothers, sons of Frederick Law Olmstead Sr., who designed New York City’s Central Park.  In this layout, 849 acres were designated as permanent parkland, so many of the properties enjoy unobstructed views all around.


Rancho Palos Verdes

 

 Like Palos Verdes Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes is a city that offers ocean and city views.  Even though the approximate population of 42,000 residents makes this city the largest on the Peninsula, Rancho Palos Verdes remains a very desirable place to live.  Along with being the most populated city, its incorporation in 1973 makes it the youngest one.   Within city limits are a number of shopping centers including the Golden Cove Shopping Center and the large commercial strip along Western Avenue.   Rancho Palos Verdes is also home to golf courses including the Ocean Trails and Los Verdes Golf Courses.  Located on the Peninsula’s southwest side, the city is home to many quiet coves and beaches protected by steep cliffs.


Rolling Hills Estates

 

 Situated on the northern side of the Peninsula, Rolling Hills Estates is home to approximately 8,000 residents.  Along with hilly terrain lined with homes, the city has more than 25 miles of scenic trails and six parks.  For those who have shopping on their minds, Rolling Hills  Estates is home to the mile-long        Peninsula Center shopping area which includes open-air shopping plazas      featuring a state-of-the-art movie theater, an ice rink, specialty restaurants, name-brand retailers, and local merchants.

 

Rolling Hills

 

 Contrary to Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills is the least populated and oldest city on the Peninsula.  Incepted in 1936, the city is a private gated community of approximately 2,000 residents situated on 1,889 acres in the center of the Peninsula.  Major characteristics of Rolling Hills are the one story ranch style homes and equestrian based lifestyles present throughout.  In addition to being a private gated community with three gated and guarded entrances, there is no commerce or industry.


              Centrally located between Los Angeles and Orange Counties of Southern California, Torrance has become an important hub for commerce in the South Bay.  With a population of over 130,000, Torrance has become the fourth most populated city in Los Angeles County.  In addition to being home for many residents, there are many large and small companies located throughout, the city of Torrance has become headquarters for major employers such as Honda, Toyota, Epson and Kubota.

 

For times where leisure activities are sought, there are many shopping centers, restaurants, and other entertainment attractions.  There is also a beach-front section on the southwestern part of the city known as the Hollywood Riviera.  On an academic level, Torrance has six public libraries, excellent schools, and is home to El Camino Community College.  The city website at www.ci.torrance.ca.us gives detailed information for visitors, current and prospective residents.  Below are some useful addresses and phone numbers for the city:

 

City Offices 3031 Torrance Blvd.      310-540-5858

Chamber of Commerce 3400 Torrance Blvd. Suite 100   310-540-5858

Torrance Unified School District 2335 Plaza Del Amo    310-972-6500

 

Post Offices

Torrance Main Office   2510 Monterey St.    310-222-5902

Marcelina Station  1433 Marcelina Ave.     310-222-5902

Del Amo Station    291 Del Amo Fashion Square     310-222-5902

North Torrance Station   18080 Crenshaw Blvd.   310-222-5902

Walteria  4216 Pacific Coast Highway   310-222-5902

 

Libraries

Katy Geissert Civic Center Library                 3301 Torrance Blvd.   310-618-5959

El Retiro Branch Library                                 126 Vista del Parque 310-375-0922

Henderson Branch Library                             4805 Emerald                310-371-2075

North Torrance Branch Library                      3604 West Artesia 310-323-7200

Southeast Branch Library                              23115 South Arlington 310-530-5044

Walteria Branch Library                                 3815 West 242nd St 310-375-8418

 

Police/Fire       Emergency 911

Torrance Police Department 3300 Civic Center Drive 310-328-3456

Torrance Fire Department   1701 Crenshaw Blvd. 310-781-7000

Parks and Recreation Department 310-618-2930

 

DMV www.dmv.ca.gov

Torrance Branch 1785 W. 220th St. 800-777-0133

San Pedro Branch 1511 N. Gaffey St. 800-777-0133

 

Utilities

SBC Phone Service www.sbc.com 800-310-2355

Torrance Trash Department N/A 310-781-6900

Time Warner Communication www.timewarnercable.com 888-TW-Cable

So. CA Edison www.sce.com 800-655-4555

So. CA Gas Co. www.socalgas.com 800-427-2200

Torrance Water N/A 310-618-5831

 



 


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