1115 S Oak Knoll Avenue, Pasadena, California 91106, Pasadena, 91106 - 3 bed, 4 bath
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Pasadena, California 91106
This Stunning Historic Hacienda is listed at $5,850,000, reflecting a premium valuation above its $5,089,768 Fair Market Value. While priced above current estimates, the property offers a Mint Condition Rating following a comprehensive 2015 restoration and recent 2025 roof and 2024 HVAC upgrades. Featuring a detached casita, private pool, and professional-grade Wolf/Sub-Zero kitchen, this residence provides a turnkey lifestyle in the prestigious Oak Knoll neighborhood. With its significant architectural provenance and secure, gated grounds, this estate is the ideal sanctuary for discerning luxury buyers or high-net-worth owner-occupants.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 1115 S Oak Knoll Avenue Subject | $5,850,000* List Price | 3 | 4 | 2,998 | $1,701 | - |
A 880 S Madison Avenue Sold | $5,000,000 | 5 | 7 | 3,608 | $1,386 | 0.2 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
The property underwent a comprehensive renovation in 2015 (<10 years) and has been recently refined with brand new HVAC (2024) and a new roof. The kitchen features professional-grade Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, and the home includes modern seismic upgrades and Lutron/Savant systems, placing it in mint, maintenance-free condition.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 17261, living area = 2998.
Situated in the exclusive Oak Knoll neighborhood near the Langham Hotel, this historic 'Booth Hacienda' offers significant architectural provenance and elite neighborhood status.
The property features extensive recent upgrades including a 2025 roof, 2024 HVAC, seismic retrofitting, and a full 2015 restoration, ensuring a move-in-ready experience with high-end finishes.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 2998, other record living area = 2446. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 3, other record bedroom count = 2.
At a list price of $5.85M for approximately 3,000 square feet, the property commands a significant premium that may challenge appraisal values compared to larger area estates.
With only three bedrooms in the main residence, the layout may be restrictive for larger families or buyers requiring multiple dedicated home offices within the primary structure.
The Franklin Otis Booth Jr Hacienda. Built in 1949 by and for Franklin Otis Booth Jr., philanthropist and great-grandson of Gen. Harrison Gray Otis, founder of the Los Angeles Times, this single-story hacienda with detached casita and pool is situated in Pasadena's leafy Oak Knoll neighborhood, a stone's throw from the Robert R. Blacker House and the Langham Hotel & Spa. Completely gated and perfectly sited, the property offers usable front and rear grounds, a large rear lawn, specimen trees, water features, and exceptional privacy. The home was completely renovated and restored in 2015, incorporating modern design and conveniences while preserving and accentuating its defining architectural features. Restored poplar wood paneling, steel and leaded-glass windows, and antique light fixtures complement thoughtful updates throughout. More recently, the Booth Hacienda has been subtly refined through the re-landscaping of the gardens to enhance privacy and form, the brightening of interior spaces with updated design elements, and the reconfiguration of select rooms for greater livability. A rare opportunity to own a home among some of the most significant architectural residences in Pasadena, the Booth Hacienda is ideal for those seeking to simplify their lives while maintaining privacy, security, and the ability to entertain family and friends, whether intimately or on a grand scale. Features: *3BR/4BA main house. *330 sf, 1BR/1BA Casita w/AC, not included in overall SF. *Entry controlled drive & pedestrian gates. *Two-car attached garage w/motor court for five. *Front, rear and pool water features. *Seismically upgraded. *72-bottle Sub-Zero wine fridge, Sub-Zero fridges/freezer, Wolf 8-burner range, Bosch dishwasher. *Lutron/Savant Pro. *New HVAC 2024. *New roof 2025.
No exterior & parking available.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 4.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 2,998 | 1,739.5 |
| Lot Size | 17,261 | 7,979 |
| Price | $5.85M | $1.62M |
| Price per sq ft | $2.0K | $897 |
| Built year | 1949 | 1936 |
| HOA | $0 | $250 |
| Days on market | 36 | 45 |
Jun 16, 2026
$5,850,000
Initial Listing
Apr 15, 2022
$5,005,000
Public Record
Jun 8, 2017
$3,300,000
Public Record
Jan 28, 2014
$1,490,000
Public Record