Oak Knoll
Neighborhood in Pasadena, California
Los Angeles County 91106, 91108
Beautiful, architecturally significant homes
Oak Knoll is primarily owner-occupied single-family homes with more than a splash of urban sophistication and class. “The area is known for world-class architecture, with homes built by famous architects guaranteed to be of great quality,” Kwan says. Built between the 1920s and ‘50s, the construction palette is diverse, with architectural styles ranging from Craftsman to Colonial, midcentury and Spanish-inspired. “These are large homes on large lots, so there aren’t a lot of opportunities to know your neighbors, but buyers here are more concerned about privacy anyway,” Kwan says. Homes in the area start around 2,000 feet and climb to over 10,000 square feet, with lot sizes between 9,000 square feet and three-quarters of an acre. “A typical home is going to have five bedrooms and five bathrooms,” Kwan says. The average single-family home is priced between $1.7 and $5 million, though secluded estate properties hidden behind big gates and lush landscaping can climb into the high teens.
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The Huntington Botanical Gardens is a magical destination
Because it’s such a small residential neighborhood, Oak Knoll doesn’t have any dedicated community parks. Still, it is within walking or a short driving distance to several beautiful green spaces. A 2-mile drive, The Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens is perhaps the most magical place in Pasadena. It’s the former estate of railroad magnate Henry Huntington, who owned the Pacific Electric Railway Company. He and his wife gifted it to the city after their deaths, and it has been open to the public since 1927. The library has over 12 million items, while the art museum includes 45,000 works of British, European, American and Asian Art. The highlight is the botanical gardens, which have more than a dozen stunning themed gardens spread out over 130 acres. Lacy Park is even closer and walkable from most areas of the neighborhood. It is a dog-friendly public park with two walking loops, six tennis courts, a playground and a decades-old rose garden. The park can get crowded on the weekends, so locals suggest coming out on the weekdays.
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Many kids opt for private schools in Oak Knoll
Pasadena United is a solid urban public school district with a B grade from Niche. The McKinley School serves kindergarten through eighth grade and has a B grade. Blair High School is above average with an A-minus from Niche. Blair has Spanish dual language immersion and an Armenian Academy, which offers four years of Armenian language, literature, history and culture. "At the price point in Oak Knoll, this is going to be more of a private school neighborhood," Kwan says. Mayfield Senior School is a private all-girls school serving grades nine through 12 with an A-plus grade from Niche.
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Annual events bring the community together
The Oak Knoll Neighborhood Association actively hosts events like the annual Architectural Walk, the Spring Fling, the Fall Picnic and Holiday Cocktails. The series of events is meant to bring the community together and allow neighbors to interact with one another. The Fall Picnic, for example, is a catered affair with oversized party games like Jenga and Connect Four for kids in attendance. Residents dress up and mingle with other community members, like business owners and first responders. The party lingers into the evening as colorful mood lighting sets a scene.No direct highway access and lower than average violent crime
For commuters, the neighborhood lacks direct highway access. Oak Knoll is about 2 miles south of Interstate 210, which provides relatively convenient access without the traffic noise. The Arroyo Seco Parkway, or Pasadena Freeway, is under a mile west. Downtown Pasadena is 2 miles north, and downtown Los Angeles is 10 miles away, a drive that can take up to 45 minutes during unpredictable rush hours. Kaiser Permanente Medical Offices are 5 miles away, and Hollywood Burbank Airport is about 20 miles away. The California Institute of Technology is just 1 mile away, though the neighborhood doesn't attract students. The residential roads in Oak Knoll are sleepy, and many wind into cul-de-sacs, making through traffic almost non-existent. The bus routes along Huntington Drive, a few blocks south of the neighborhood, are the closest public transportation options.Compared to national numbers, violent crime happens at half the national rate in Oak Knoll. The neighborhood’s CAP Score Index is a 2 (out of 10) compared to 4 nationally. Property crimes are more prevalent but still slightly lower than national numbers, with the exception of car thefts.
The Langham Huntington was formerly the Ritz Carlton
Oak Knoll is primarily residential except for The Langham Huntington, formerly the Ritz Carlton, a luxury hotel with grandly designed grounds and classically elegant décor. "On Sundays, they do high noon tea, so a lot of ladies like to dress up and meet up for tea," Kwan says. The hotel is home to The Tap Room, a sophisticated, mahogany-rich jazz bar with ornate finishings inside and an expansive patio with views of the lush grounds outside. Also on site is the Royce Wood Fired Steakhouse, an elegant high-end venue decorated in bright white with mahogany accents and floor-to-ceiling walls of wine. A Japanese Garden near the steakhouse paints a beautiful backdrop for family photos or an Instagram-worthy selfie. It’s a peaceful place with paved walking paths and sitting benches to relax and enjoy the view. "This is one of the lesser-known places, and it's the perfect place for a stroll or just to take in the sights and sounds of nature," Kwan says. There’s a Bristol Farms about 1.5 miles away via Elo Molino Avenue for groceries. For a broader retail shopping experience, Old Pasadena is about 2 miles away via South Marengo Avenue.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Guodong Wang
Guodong Wang
Choun-Wen Joe Tseng, BROKER
(562) 358-5364
77 Total Sales
1 in Oak Knoll
$1,000,000 Price
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Mike Chou
Mike Chou
K.W. EXECUTIVE
(626) 653-4295
194 Total Sales
1 in Oak Knoll
$2,046,000 Price
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Erik Larsen
Erik Larsen
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(424) 367-1759
22 Total Sales
2 in Oak Knoll
$2.7M - $2.9M Price Range
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Ashleigh Rader
Ashleigh Rader
Responds QuicklyCOMPASS
(475) 258-7857
32 Total Sales
1 in Oak Knoll
$2,718,711 Price
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Janice Arrigo
Janice Arrigo
Responds QuicklySurterre Properties Inc.
(949) 867-4586
49 Total Sales
1 in Oak Knoll
$3,235,000 Price
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Gretchen Seager
Gretchen Seager
Responds QuicklySotheby's International Realty
(747) 234-2360
56 Total Sales
1 in Oak Knoll
$1,600,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Garfield Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Arlington Garden
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Nature Center
Eddie Park & House
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Lacy Park
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Events
Allendale Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Tournament Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Oak Knoll | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Oak Knoll Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Oak Knoll, Pasadena sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Oak Knoll, Pasadena over the last 12 months is $2,800,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$2,820,000
Median Sale Price
$2,800,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$2,875,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
39
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,059
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
512
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1940
Months of Supply
1.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,821
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,564
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
16,988
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,376
Median Age
52
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
30.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$112,500
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$147,144
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
84.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
20''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
31
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
44
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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