//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.

Last Updated	1/13/2026	Year Built	1913
Community	647 - Pasadena (SW)	Garage Spaces	3.0
County	Los Angeles

Additional Details

AIR	Wall/Window Unit(s)
AIR CONDITIONING	Yes
APPLIANCES	Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater
AREA	647 - Pasadena (SW)
BASEMENT	Finished, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Yes
EXTERIOR	Awning(s), Balcony, Lighting
FIREPLACE	Yes
GARAGE	Yes
INTERIOR	Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Storage
LOT	2.4707 acre(s)
LOT DESCRIPTION	Front Yard, Landscaped
LOT DIMENSIONS	107624
PARKING	Circular Driveway, Electric Gate, Gated, Private, Storage, Workshop in Garage
POOL	Yes
POOL DESCRIPTION	Private, Diving Board, Fenced, Gas Heat, In Ground
SEWER	Public Sewer
STORIES	2
UTILITIES	Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
VIEW	Yes
VIEW DESCRIPTION	City Lights, Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
WATER	Public

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