Explore Palos Verdes Estates local geography, civic resources and voter guides, with dated official population and registration facts for Los Angeles County.
At a glance: Palos Verdes Estates is an incorporated city in Los Angeles County. Population: 13,016 (California Department of Finance estimate as of January 1, 2026). Registered voters: 10,910 (California Secretary of State, as of September 4, 2026).
Palos Verdes Estates occupies the western side of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, with residential hills, ocean bluffs, and curving landscaped roads. Malaga Cove and Lunada Bay provide recognizable local centers within a predominantly residential coastal setting. Farnham Martin Park, Civic Center Park, and Lunada Bay Plaza are among the city's passive public spaces. Bluff-top paths along Paseo Del Mar offer ocean views, while recreation clubs on city property operate under separate concession agreements. Palos Verdes Estates incorporated on December 20, 1939, and is a general-law city with council-manager government. Its City Clerk works under the city manager and maintains legislative records, prepares council materials, and administers election responsibilities.
No. The city's Recreation page states that it does not have a recreation department or offer formal programs; it describes passive parks, paths, and separately operated facilities.
No. The city explains that concession-operated facilities include membership services as well as some programs available to residents and guests; check each facility's rules.
Contact the City Clerk or deliver correspondence to City Hall, 340 Palos Verdes Drive West. County voter services are available at https://lavote.gov.
10,910 (California Secretary of State, as of September 4, 2026).
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