49-1/2 Rockinghorse Rd, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
About this home
Say hello to your sophisticated Palos Verdes retreat. This multi-level three bedroom home is tucked away at the bottom a private cul-de-sac and sits on almost a half an acre of land. Move-in ready, this home showcases soothing canyon views by day, paired with sparkling city lights by night. The top floor boasts a chic midcentury vibe highlighted by vaulted wood-beamed ceilings, expansive windows, and a cozy fireplace. Relax around the fire and wet bar with friends or head to the adjacent office surrounded by palm trees. An oversized primary bedroom offers ample space, views, huge walk-in closet, along with an en suite bathroom with dual sinks and soaking tub. A separate level offers convenient flow between kitchen, dining, and family room with indoor/outdoor access to your serene outdoor space, perfect for entertaining or relaxing during the warm summer nights. Additional highlights include imported Italian travertine, multi-level cooling systems, and redwood balconies. One of the most secluded canyon residences on the Palos Verdes Hill, while still having the modern convenience of easy access to freeways and the best of the South Bay. Offered at one of the lowest price per square foot in all of Rancho Palos Verdes, you will be hard-pressed to find a better opportunity than 49 1/2 Rockinghorse Road. Come see this home as it does not disappoint!
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
0.47 acresLot Size
$656Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Richard Haynes•DRE #01779425• Haynes Real Estate
Bought with Jules Sanders•DRE #01895602• Redfin Corporation
Welcome to this newly updated four story, 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with over 2800 square feet of living space, which is nestled in almost half an acre of land. This turnkey home is located on a cul-de-sac with gorgeous canyon, city and mountain views. The home features two family rooms, an office, a huge master bedroom and an outside oasis. The top floor boasts a beautiful living room with high beamed ceilings, expansive windows which let in an abundance of light and provide magnificent panoramic views. In addition, there is a large office space which can also be used as a library and a wet bar with black galaxy granite when entertaining guests. The open concept main floor houses the kitchen, dining room and family room and is graced with Italian tile, Italian cabinets, coffered ceilings and zoned lighting. Other features of the home include an imported Italian travertine hearth, new rain gutters, multi-level cooling systems, plenty of storage, an elegant redwood balcony and plenty of outdoor space to relax with the kids or entertain friends and family. The huge master bedroom takes up its own floor and is graced with a walk-in closet and large bathroom with double sinks and an outdoor area for relaxing as well as its own balcony. There are two further bedrooms and a bathroom on the ground floor. Whilst this home is secluded you still have the convenience of only being a short drive to the freeways for easy access to the South Bay, Los Angeles or Orange County.
CRMLS #N983
Mar 31, 1996
Sold
$429,950
$153/sq ft
Feb 12, 1996
Listed
$429,950
$153/sq ft
REO BANK OWNED EMOTIONAL FOUR LEVEL HOME WITH ALL THE AMMENITIES AND TERRIFIC CANYON/CITY LIGHT/HARBOR VIEWS, VACANT COMBO "MLR" 4% COM TO SELLING OFFICE.
Public Records
Aug 5, 1988
Sold
$170,000
$60/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,496 (+4.3%)
$1,363,864 + $340,965
$1,704,829
2024
$18,684 (+1.7%)
$1,337,122 + $334,280
$1,671,402
2023
$18,375 (+5.7%)
$1,310,904 + $327,726
$1,638,630
2022
$17,388 (+8.9%)
$1,285,200 + $321,300
$1,606,500
2021
$15,967 (+104.3%)
$1,260,000 + $315,000
$1,575,000
2020
$7,816 (+3.1%)
$1,109,300 + $300,700
$1,410,000
2019
$7,583 (+0.9%)
$349,366 + $303,714
$653,080
2018
$7,512 (+2.2%)
$342,516 + $297,759
$640,275
2017
$7,353 (+3.3%)
$329,216 + $286,198
$615,414
2016
$7,121 (−1.2%)
$329,216 + $286,198
$615,414
2015
$7,209 (+1.1%)
$322,761 + $280,587
$603,348
2014
$7,128 (+1.8%)
$311,686 + $270,960
$582,646
2012
$7,004 (+3.1%)
$310,278 + $269,736
$580,014
2011
$6,792 (+0.2%)
$304,195 + $264,448
$568,643
2010
$6,776 (+1.5%)
$298,231 + $259,263
$557,494
2009
$6,676 (+4.7%)
$296,003 + $257,326
$553,329
2008
$6,378
$296,707 + $257,938
$554,645
Tax history for 49-1/2 Rockinghorse Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,496 (+4.3%)
$1,363,864 + $340,965
$1,704,829
2024
$18,684 (+1.7%)
$1,337,122 + $334,280
$1,671,402
2023
$18,375 (+5.7%)
$1,310,904 + $327,726
$1,638,630
2022
$17,388 (+8.9%)
$1,285,200 + $321,300
$1,606,500
2021
$15,967 (+104.3%)
$1,260,000 + $315,000
$1,575,000
2020
$7,816 (+3.1%)
$1,109,300 + $300,700
$1,410,000
2019
$7,583 (+0.9%)
$349,366 + $303,714
$653,080
2018
$7,512 (+2.2%)
$342,516 + $297,759
$640,275
2017
$7,353 (+3.3%)
$329,216 + $286,198
$615,414
2016
$7,121 (−1.2%)
$329,216 + $286,198
$615,414
2015
$7,209 (+1.1%)
$322,761 + $280,587
$603,348
2014
$7,128 (+1.8%)
$311,686 + $270,960
$582,646
2012
$7,004 (+3.1%)
$310,278 + $269,736
$580,014
2011
$6,792 (+0.2%)
$304,195 + $264,448
$568,643
2010
$6,776 (+1.5%)
$298,231 + $259,263
$557,494
2009
$6,676 (+4.7%)
$296,003 + $257,326
$553,329
2008
$6,378
$296,707 + $257,938
$554,645
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
20,572
Year renovated
2025
Sq. Ft.
2,816
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
7556011034
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
$290 /month
Garage
Yes
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2025.
RS-2
Q
OC 3
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of the single-family residential district (RS) is to provide for individual homes on separate lots, each for the occupancy of one family, at various minimum lot sizes, to provide for a range of yard and lot sizes which are based on the general plan of the city, and to provide for other uses that are associated and compatible with residential uses designated in this title.
Zone overlays
Equestrian Overlay District
Urban Appearance Overlay Control District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Agriculture-Cropland
Housing-Mobile home park
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway, Garage
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Inside
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Built In Range, Dishwasher
Has Appliances
Area, Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Open to Family Room
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathtub, Shower, Shower in Tub, Double Sinks In Master Bath, Separate tub and shower, Walk-in shower
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Entry, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Walk-In Closet
Fireplace Information
Family Room
Has Fireplace
Heating Information
Central Furnace
Has Heating
Interior Features
Balcony, Beamed Ceilings
Levels: Three Or More
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 0
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Exterior Features
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Back Yard
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 7556011034
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: Rockinghorse Road HOA
Association Fee: $290
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Biking, Hiking
School Information
High School District: Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 33.76126400
Longitude: -118.32612500
Directions: Rockinghorse Road to Rockinghorse Spur
Zoning: RPRS20000&E-OH
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,816
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.47 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: 2025
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 7556011034
HOA Dues: $290/month
Garage: Yes
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Aug 24, 2025
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 79
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 79
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Richard
List Agent Last Name: Haynes
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Manhattan Pacific Realty, Inc.
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Julie
Buyer Agent Last Name: Sanders
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Redfin Corporation
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Dapplegray Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
7/10
Miraleste Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
10/10
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