$6,480,000
OPEN SUN 2PM - 5PM

2086 S Oak Knoll Ave San Marino, CA 91108

Estimated payment $39,370/month

Total Views 17,266
5 Beds
6 Baths
5,342 Sq Ft
$1,213 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Tennis Courts
  • Cabana
  • Viking Appliances
  • Valentine Elementary Rated A+
  • Two Primary Bedrooms
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

Designed in 1928 by renowned architect Emmet Martin, this stately palazzo was modeled after the Medici villas and featured in Architectural Digest just a year after it was built. The home blends old-world elegance with modern amenities and a practical floor plan. Originally commissioned by the owners of the Kay-Brunner Steel Casting Company, the property showcases stunning architectural craftsmanship: original wrought ironwork, a handmade entrance gate, chandeliers, sconces, carved wooden doors, ornamental steelwork, and hardwood floors all beautifully preserved and thoughtfully integrated throughout. A grand foyer and sweeping spiral staircase lead into an elegant living room with a classic marble fireplace and French doors that open onto a spacious terrace with its own fireplace perfect for romantic California evenings and seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining. The formal dining room features dramatic wrought iron lighting and connects to a chef's kitchen equipped with Thermador and Viking appliances, an oversized center island with breakfast bar, and a walk-in pantry. Adjacent to the kitchen is a casual living area, with a staircase leading down to a storage basement. Completing the main level are a guest bathroom with pool access, a laundry room, and a large bedroom suite. Upstairs, a spacious landing opens to four-bedroom suites. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet, dual vanity, shower, spa tub, and a private office area that leads to a tranquil balcony. A separate terrace provides the perfect spot for morning coffee or enjoying the Lacy Park July 4th fireworks. The beautifully landscaped grounds include a fireplace lounge, lighted paddle tennis/sports court, heated pool and spa, lush gardens, a fountain, a two-car garage, and a circular driveway with ample parking. Ideally located near Lacy Park, the Langham Hotel, and the Huntington Library, this exceptional home is also within the award-winning San Marino school district. NOTE: Tax assessor shows property as 4BR plus downstairs family room.

Listing Agent

Alec Baum

Sotheby's International Realty License #02235233 Listed on: 09/02/2025

Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listing Agent

Tanya Stawski

Sotheby's International Realty License #01918308

Open House Schedule

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $52,030

Year Built

  • Built in 1928

Lot Details

  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 125x175
  • West Facing Home
  • Property is zoned SOR12L

Parking

  • 5 Open Parking Spaces
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Auto Driveway Gate
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Tuscan Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 5,342 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Formal Entry
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Property Views
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Viking Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Double Master Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 6 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • Cabana
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Heated Spa
  • In Ground Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Tennis Courts
  • Sport Court

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5323-005-034

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$52,030

Year Built

Built in 1928

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Tuscan
  • Levels: Two
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Living Area: 5342
  • Lot Acreage: 0.5024
  • Lot Dimensions: 125x175
  • Planned Urban Dev: 0
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Number Of Photos: 32
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: OpenHouse

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room, Gas
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Appliances: Cooktop - Gas, Range, Oven
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Full Bathroom: 6
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • Bedroom Features: Ground Floor Primary, 2 Primary Bedrooms, Primary Bedroom, WalkInCloset
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathroom Features: Bidet, Double Vanity(s), Shower and Tub
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 1
  • Family Room: 0
  • Laundry: Room, Laundry Area, In Unit
  • Total Bathrooms: 6.00
  • Den: 1
  • Equipment: Built-Ins, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Price Per S Q F T: 1213.03

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: West
  • Other Structures: Cabana
  • Tennis Court: Private Sport Court
  • Tennis Court Y/N: Yes
  • Pool Description: Heated, In Ground
  • Pool: Yes
  • Spa: In Ground, Heated
  • Spa Yn: Yes
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Other Spaces: 5
  • Parking Garage: Garage - 2 Car, Driveway Gate, Driveway
  • Total Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Heating: Central

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5323-005-034
  • Lot Size Area: 21884

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $52,030 $4,522,551 $3,241,377 $1,281,174
2024 $52,030 $4,433,874 $3,177,821 $1,256,053
2023 $50,922 $4,346,936 $3,115,511 $1,231,425
2022 $49,334 $4,261,703 $3,054,423 $1,207,280
2021 $48,449 $4,178,141 $2,994,533 $1,183,608
2019 $46,922 $4,054,216 $2,905,714 $1,148,502
2018 $45,880 $3,974,723 $2,848,740 $1,125,983
2016 $44,152 $3,820,381 $2,738,121 $1,082,260
2015 $43,485 $3,762,996 $2,696,992 $1,066,004
2014 $42,870 $3,689,285 $2,644,162 $1,045,123
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/02/2025 09/02/25 For Sale $6,480,000 -- $1,213 / Sq Ft
Source: The MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $3,530,000 Lawyers Title
Grant Deed $3,000,000 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $2,000,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 25586147

The MLS

APN: 5323-005-034