Rolling Hills Estates is a suburban city of about 8,300 people (2020 census) on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, incorporated in 1957 — the same year as its gated neighbor Rolling Hills, from which it took the broader area name (per Wikipedia, read September 24, 2026). Unlike Rolling Hills, it is an open city with a commercial core, anchored by The Promenade on the Peninsula and Penny Lane shops, plus the 87-acre South Coast Botanic Garden with its seasonal Butterfly Pavilion and tram tours. Equestrian trails thread through residential neighborhoods on large lots.
The median listing price in Rolling Hills Estates is $1.47M.
Top places in Rolling Hills Estates
South Coast Botanic Garden — 87 acres of themed gardens.
The Promenade on the Peninsula — shopping center.
Penny Lane — boutique retail strip.
Peter Weber Equestrian Center.
Dapplegray Park and trailheads.
Ernie Howlett Park and the PV Peninsula ballfields.
Nearby: Del Cerro Park and the Peninsula's coastal trails.
Commuting from Rolling Hills Estates
Freeways: No freeway inside the city; Crenshaw Blvd and Palos Verdes Drive connect to I-110 and SR-1; I-405 is east via Hawthorne Blvd.
Transit: PV Transit buses; no rail.
Approximate drive to downtown Los Angeles: ~40–55 minutes depending on traffic (approximate; ~27 miles). LAX is approximate ~20–35 minutes.
Schools in Rolling Hills Estates
Public schools: Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Rolling Hills Estates FAQs
What is the housing market like in Rolling Hills Estates, CA? The median listing price in Rolling Hills Estates is $1.47M.
How is the commute from Rolling Hills Estates, CA? Freeways: No freeway inside the city; Crenshaw Blvd and Palos Verdes Drive connect to I-110 and SR-1; I-405 is east via Hawthorne Blvd.
Which school district serves Rolling Hills Estates, CA? Rolling Hills Estates is served by Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
