//Charles A Goodyear House, 'Knollcrest' by G. Lawrence Stimson, 1913// Built in 1913 for lumber baron Charles Goodyear and his wife, Henrietta, Knollcrest occupies 2.5 acres (Lots 18 and 19) within the original Oak Knoll subdivision. Widely regarded as one of the finest homesites in the development, its commanding position atop a gentle knoll--overlooking a sweeping front lawn--earned the estate its enduring name. //The residence was designed by prominent architect G. Lawrence Stimson, best known for the Wrigley Mansion. It is said that Goodyear commissioned the home, in part, to incorporate his extensive collection of custom-made furnishings and artifacts, resulting in a structure conceived to be entirely fireproof. Original wrought-iron gates frame the estate's 330' frontage along Oakland Ave, connected by a circular drive culminating in a porte-cochere. A rare secondary driveway, running N/S with automatic gate, is accessed via Allendale Rd. //True to Stimson's architectural language, the main residence features stately mahogany-paneled public rooms w/10' ceilings, upper-level bedrooms w/9' ceilings, hand-carved moldings, marble flooring and staircase, and living room w/restored Caucasian walnut floors accented by ebony inlay. Remarkably, much of the original woodwork and artisan-crafted built-ins remain intact and in exceptional condition. Living space spans three levels, with additional attic area above. //A secondary structure--recently updated w/full kitchen and BA--serves as a guest house, adjacent to garage w/BA, and pool. In total, Knollcrest comprises 8,713 sf of living space across all structures, complemented by an additional 5,087 sf of garage/storage space. //Following the Goodyears, the estate was stewarded by a succession of prominent families, including U.S. Steel president Thomas Cole and department store scion and philanthropist Samuel Robinson, before being acquired by the current owner in 1966. In 1968, Knollcrest was selected as the 4th Pasadena Showcase House and has since served as the backdrop for numerous motion pictures. //Defined by its rich history, architectural pedigree, prominent setting, and intact original acreage, Knollcrest stands among Pasadena's landmark estates. Offered for the first time in six decades, it represents a rare opportunity to steward a significant Los Angeles family estate for generations to come.
Sold for $10,700,000
Listed by: COMPASS • Brent Chang • Contact: 626-487-8100
Bought with: Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic
$10,700,000
1230 S Oakland Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106
7beds
8,832sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1913
2.47 Acres Lot
$10,705,700 Zestimate®
$1,212/sqft
$7,582 Estimated rent
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Intact original acreageMarble flooring and staircaseHand-carved moldingsStately mahogany-paneled public roomsOriginal wrought-iron gates
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Listed by:
Brent Chang DRE #01822562 626-487-8100,
COMPASS,
Ann Gluck DRE #01780026 626-616-2310,
COMPASS
Bought with:
Janice Lee, DRE #00874257
Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-25264
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 8
Rooms
- Room types: Attic, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Basement, Entry/Foyer, Foyer, Game Room, Guest Quarters, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Media Room, Office, Sunroom, Wine Cellar, Workshop, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Closet, Dual Sinks, Linen Closet, Stone Counters, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded
Other
- Features: Dressing Area
Kitchen
- Features: Butler's Pantry, Kitchen Island, Pots & Pan Drawers, Utility Sink
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: 6 Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater, Sump Pump
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Multiple Staircases, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Wood Product Walls, Attic, Dressing Area, Entrance Foyer, Jack and Jill Bath, Primary Suite, Wine Cellar, Workshop
- Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Wood
- Basement: Finished,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Family Room, Library, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Recreation Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 8,832 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 20
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Electric Gate, Gated, Porte-Cochere, Private, Storage, Workshop in Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Front Porch, Balcony
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Balcony, Koi Pond, Lighting
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Diving Board, Fenced, Gas Heat, In Ground, Private, Roof Top
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Privacy,Security,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 2.47 Acres
- Features: Front Yard, Landscaped, Sprinkler System
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House Detached
- Parcel number: 5325002022
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horse amenities: Riding Trail
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1913
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Golf, Hiking, Horse Trails, Stable(s), Park, Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
- Security: Prewired, Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security Gate, Smoke Detector(s), Security Lights
Location
- Region: Pasadena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,212/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $561,397
- Annual tax amount: $8,445
- Date on market: 1/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 58 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2026 | Sold | $10,700,000-10.8%$1,212/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #P1-25264 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2026 | Pending sale | $12,000,000$1,359/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-25264 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2026 | Contingent | $12,000,000$1,359/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-25264 Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $12,000,000+14.3%$1,359/sqft |
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| 8/21/2025 | Sold | $10,500,000$1,189/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,445 +5.4% | $561,397 +2% |
| 2024 | $8,012 +1% | $550,390 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,935 +3.3% | $539,599 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,679 +4.6% | $529,020 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,339 +3.4% | $518,648 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,096 | $513,331 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,096 +4.8% | $503,267 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,772 | $493,400 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,772 +1.5% | $483,727 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,674 +3.5% | $474,243 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,450 +2.2% | $467,121 +2% |
| 2014 | $6,314 | $457,972 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $446,964 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $438,201 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $434,927 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $435,962 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $427,414 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $419,035 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $410,820 |
| 2005 | -- | $410,820 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $394,869 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $387,633 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $380,033 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $365,278 |
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Neighborhood: South
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