There are three driveway gates to access this amazing property that has been in the same family for over 63 years! One visit to this site and you will see why nobody would ever want to leave. There is a large U shaped driveway and a separate entrance and gate access for the barn, corral, RV parking and one of the TWO guest houses. There is over 10,000 SF of newer brick pavers driveway. As you enter this majestic property, you will pass a huge flat lawn area and fountain before passing the gazebo and pool area. The open and airy feel on the exterior carries through to the interior of this grand house. The entire house and BOTH guest houses have been recently remodeled and are in move-in condition. There are high ceilings, lots of doors and windows, many fireplaces, a custom antique wet bar with a fridge and ice maker, hardwood floors, travertine floors, new bathrooms, kitchen and an amazing butlers pantry with additional refrigerators, freezers and prep areas. 4 bedrooms plus an office in the main house and two bedrooms and three bathrooms in the two guest houses. Great location with main gate access and walking distance to the lighted tennis courts. The entire property is 100% usable, gated, fenced, and is very private. Don't let this incredible designer estate pass you by, it could be another 63 years before it comes on the market again!
Single-familyProperty Type
1936Year Built
1.69 acresLot Size
$1,078Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Bill Ruth•DRE #01047519• Keller Williams Palos Verdes
Listed by Charlie Raine•DRE #00982925• Estate Properties
Bought with Gabrielle Herendeen•DRE #01325858• Estate Properties
This is a truly one of a kind home. Located behind the gates, this truly remarkable home has everything you can want in a prestigious Rolling Hills property. The well appointed main house has several family living areas, including two separate...
kitchen areas, all done with a hybrid country Tuscon style. With two separate guest quarters, horse stables, 10K lot and a pool, this is a must see home...
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Sale history for 9 Portuguese Bend Rd
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Sep 5, 2018
Sold
$4,445,000
$814/sq ft
CRMLS #PV18171308
Sep 5, 2018
Sold
$4,500,000
$824/sq ft
Aug 14, 2018
Pending
—
Aug 3, 2018
Contingent
—
Jul 16, 2018
Listed
$3,975,000
$728/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$57,500 (+3.6%)
$3,868,617 + $1,189,028
$5,057,645
2024
$55,513 (+1.4%)
$3,792,762 + $1,165,714
$4,958,476
2023
$54,726 (+6.1%)
$3,718,395 + $1,142,857
$4,861,252
2022
$51,602 (+0.2%)
$3,645,486 + $1,120,449
$4,765,935
2021
$51,501 (+1.4%)
$3,574,006 + $1,098,480
$4,672,486
2020
$50,808 (+3.1%)
$3,503,928 + $1,076,942
$4,580,870
2019
$49,261 (+57.6%)
$3,468,000 + $1,065,900
$4,533,900
2018
$31,249 (+2.0%)
$3,400,000 + $1,045,000
$4,445,000
2017
$30,630 (+462.2%)
$1,734,000 + $943,500
$2,677,500
2016
$5,448 (+0.8%)
$1,734,000 + $943,500
$2,677,500
2015
$5,404 (+0.5%)
$133,150 + $213,306
$346,456
2014
$5,377 (+2.1%)
$128,581 + $205,987
$334,568
2012
$5,264 (+2.9%)
$128,000 + $205,057
$333,057
2011
$5,114 (+0.3%)
$125,491 + $201,037
$326,528
2010
$5,096 (+1.2%)
$123,031 + $197,096
$320,127
2009
$5,034 (+5.1%)
$122,112 + $195,623
$317,735
2008
$4,790
$122,403 + $196,088
$318,491
Tax history for 9 Portuguese Bend Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$57,500 (+3.6%)
$3,868,617 + $1,189,028
$5,057,645
2024
$55,513 (+1.4%)
$3,792,762 + $1,165,714
$4,958,476
2023
$54,726 (+6.1%)
$3,718,395 + $1,142,857
$4,861,252
2022
$51,602 (+0.2%)
$3,645,486 + $1,120,449
$4,765,935
2021
$51,501 (+1.4%)
$3,574,006 + $1,098,480
$4,672,486
2020
$50,808 (+3.1%)
$3,503,928 + $1,076,942
$4,580,870
2019
$49,261 (+57.6%)
$3,468,000 + $1,065,900
$4,533,900
2018
$31,249 (+2.0%)
$3,400,000 + $1,045,000
$4,445,000
2017
$30,630 (+462.2%)
$1,734,000 + $943,500
$2,677,500
2016
$5,448 (+0.8%)
$1,734,000 + $943,500
$2,677,500
2015
$5,404 (+0.5%)
$133,150 + $213,306
$346,456
2014
$5,377 (+2.1%)
$128,581 + $205,987
$334,568
2012
$5,264 (+2.9%)
$128,000 + $205,057
$333,057
2011
$5,114 (+0.3%)
$125,491 + $201,037
$326,528
2010
$5,096 (+1.2%)
$123,031 + $197,096
$320,127
2009
$5,034 (+5.1%)
$122,112 + $195,623
$317,735
2008
$4,790
$122,403 + $196,088
$318,491
*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
5
Baths
5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.69 Acres
Year renovated
1951
Sq. Ft.
3,605
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
7569014003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
RAS-1
Residential Agriculture-Suburban Zone-1
The residential agriculture-suburban (RA-S) zone is established to provide suitable standards for development of single-family residential homes within the City. These standards are intended to promote development of high quality that accommodates and maintains equestrian uses and facilities as opposed to large expanses of concrete such as those used for recreational game courts, does not adversely impact adjacent properties, and which preserves the rural character, natural terrain, flora and fauna of the community.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Auto Driveway Gate, Circular Driveway, Controlled Entrance, Paved, Garage - Front Entry, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener, Guest, RV Access/Parking, RV Gated, RV Hook-Ups, Workshop
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room, Inside
Kitchen Information
Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Built In Range, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range/Stove Hood, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan
Has Appliances
Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, Family Kitchen, In Kitchen, Country Kitchen
Built-in Trash/Recycling, Butler’s Pantry, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Pots & Pan Drawers, Remodeled Kitchen, Utility sink
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 7
Bathtub, Shower, Double sinks in bath(s), Double Sinks In Master Bath, Exhaust fan(s), Remodeled, Separate tub and shower, Upgraded, Vanity area, Walk-in shower
Cooling Information
Central, Dual
Has Cooling
Room Information
Dressing Area, Entry, Family Room, Formal Entry, Foyer, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Home Theatre, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Media Room, Office, Projection, Sauna, Walk-In Closet
Fireplace Information
Family Room, Living Room, Outdoors, Patio, Gas, See Through, Two Way
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Carpet, Stone, Wood
Heating Information
Central Furnace, Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Service Entrance, Sliding Glass Door(s)
Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Built-Ins, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, Granite Counters, Living Room Deck Attached, Pantry, Storage Space, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound
Other Structures: Barn, Guest House, Guest House Detached, Out Building, Sauna Private, Shed
Fencing: Split Rail, Vinyl, Wood
Has Fence
Construction Materials: Board & Batten Siding
Exterior Features
Corral, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Stable
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Stone, Terrace
Has Patio
Pool Features: Private, Filtered, Gunite
Has Pool
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Size Dimensions: 173 x 270
Lot Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Garden, Horse Property, Horse Property Improved, Landscaped, Lawn, Level with Street, Lot Over 40000 Sqft, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers Timer, Treed Lot, Yard
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Parcel Number: 7569014003
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Electric: Electricity - On Property
Sewer: Septic Tank
Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Telephone - On Property, Water Connected
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: RH Community Assoc
Association Fee: $325
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Amenities: Fire Pit, Barbecue, Outdoor Cooking Area, Picnic Area, Tennis, Hiking Trails, Horse Trails, Trash, Dues Paid Semi-Annually, Pets Permitted, Onsite Property Management, Guard, Security, Controlled Access
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Horse Trails, Riding/Stables
School Information
High School District: Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 33.77391700
Longitude: -118.34604000
Directions: Corner of Portuguese Bend and Middleridge Lane
Road Frontage Type: Access via City Streets, Private Road
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: RHRAS1
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,605
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.69 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: 1951
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 7569014003
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 16
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 16
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Bill
List Agent Last Name: Ruth
Co-List Agent First Name: Charles
Co-List Agent Last Name: Raine
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Keller Williams Palos Verdes
Co-List Office Name: RE/MAX Estate Properties
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Gabrielle
Buyer Agent Last Name: Herendeen
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Re/Max Estate Properties
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Dapplegray Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Miraleste Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
7/10
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
10/10
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