1620 Knollwood Dr

Pasadena, CA 91103

$1,999,999
Price
3
Beds
1,931 Sq. Ft.
$1,036 / Sq. Ft.
1,931
Sq. Ft.
$1,036
per Sq. Ft.
Listed By CompassPending
Listed By CompassPending
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Description

Think You've Seen This One? Think Again.Fresh and on the market better than ever, this architect-designed mid-century gem in prime Linda Vista has been thoughtfully updated and is absolutely worth a second look--or a first!The sellers took it off the market to make some key improvements, and the results speak for themselves. The primary bathroom has been completely remodeled from top to bottom, featuring elegant finishes that bring a spa-like feel to everyday living. In the kitchen, you'll find a...Think You've Seen This One? Think Again.Fresh and on the market better than ever, this architect-designed mid-century gem in prime Linda Vista has been thoughtfully updated and is absolutely worth a second look--or a first!The sellers took it off the market to make some key improvements, and the results speak for themselves. The primary bathroom has been completely remodeled from top to bottom, featuring elegant finishes that bring a spa-like feel to everyday living. In the kitchen, you'll find a stylish refresh with new countertops, sink, backsplash, fixtures, and freshly painted cabinets with updated hardware. It's now bright, inviting, and ready for your next culinary adventure--plus, there's a brand-new refrigerator to sweeten the deal.Designed by Edwin R. Cleaveland, this mid-century ranch sits in the hills above the Rose Bowl and celebrates the iconic elements of the era: walls of glass framing mountain views, and seamless flow to a private, professionally landscaped yard complete with an outdoor kitchen and fire pit.Significant upgrades throughout the home include:New roof (2022)Fully owned solar system (~$35K)400 AMP electrical panel + upgraded main lineNew HVAC system and ductworkTankless water heaterUpdated drainage and downspoutsDesigner Baldwin hardware on all exterior doorsThe fenced property boasts approximately $50K in landscaping improvements, fresh interior and exterior paint (2025), and a refreshed basement and garage with epoxy flooring and solar-powered ventilation.Enjoy close proximity to Old Town Pasadena, the ArtCenter, Rose Bowl, Kidspace Museum, and miles of nearby trails in this quiet, dog-friendly neighborhood.A rare opportunity to own an architectural classic that perfectly blends timeless design with modern comforts and privacy.

Listing Agents

  1. Jan Emamian

    Jan Emamian

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01010028

    jan.emamian@compass.com

    P: (626)-487-3678

    CallTextEmail
  2. Payman Emamian

    Payman Emamian

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01192633

    CallTextEmail

Property Details for 1620 Knollwood Drive

Architectural Style
Mid Century Modern
View
City Lights, Trees/Woods, Mountain(s), Hills
Parking Spaces Total
2
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
Central Air
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Living Area
1931
Property Attached YN
false
LISTING UPDATED: 12/08/2025 04:13 AM

Property Details for 1620 Knollwood Drive

StatusPending
MLS #P1-24457
Days on Market38
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1950
Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,420 SF
CountyLos Angeles County

Location

Listing Courtesy of COMPASS, Jan Emamian, DRE #01010028; COMPASS, Payman Emamian, DRE #01192633
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Building Information for 1620 Knollwood Drive

Stories1Year Built1950Building Size-Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,420 SF

Payment Calculator

$11,669 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,883

Property Taxes

$1,786

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 1620 Knollwood Drive

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract: 14099
  • Tax Lot: 5704
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: No
  • Assessments: None
  • Community Features: Biking, Foothills, Suburban, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Park, Hiking, Golf, Curbs
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Barbecue, Tankless Water Heater, Range Hood, Gas Oven, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator
  • Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Quartz Counters, Unfurnished, In-Law Floorplan
  • Room Type: Basement, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Main Floor Bedroom, Laundry, Kitchen, Living Room, Entry
  • Room Bathroom Features: Double sinks in bath(s), Bathtub, Upgraded, Soaking Tub, Separate tub and shower, Exhaust fan(s), Double Sinks in Primary Bath, Shower, Remodeled
  • Room Kitchen Features: Remodeled Kitchen, Quartz Counters
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room
  • Basement: Utility
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Individual Room
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative, Living Room
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
Exterior Features
  • Fence: Yes
  • Structure Type: House
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Patio: Yes
  • Pool Features: None
  • Spa Features: None
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Levels: One
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Yes
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Garage, Garage Faces Rear, Garage Door Opener, Driveway, Concrete, Side by Side, Garage - Two Door

Property History for 1620 Knollwood Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 7, 2025

Pending

CRMLS #P1-24457

—
Nov 20, 2025

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #P1-24457

—
Nov 10, 2025

Price Change

CRMLS #P1-24457

$1,999,999—
Oct 8, 2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #P1-22877

$2,100,000—
Oct 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P1-24457

$2,100,000—
Oct 8, 2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

VCF #P1-22877

$2,100,000—
Jun 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P1-22877

$2,100,000—
Jun 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

VCF #P1-22877

$2,100,000—
Oct 26, 2021

Sold

CRMLS #P1-6715

$1,740,000—
Oct 26, 2021

Sold

VCF #P1-6715

$1,740,000—
Oct 26, 2021

Sold

CLAW #6715PF

$1,740,000—
Oct 14, 2021

Pending

VCF #P1-6715

—
Oct 7, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1474857827

$1,740,000

+3.9% / yr

Oct 1, 2021

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #P1-6715

—
Oct 1, 2021

Accepting Backup Offers

VCF #P1-6715

—
Sep 28, 2021

Pending

CRMLS #P1-6715

—
Sep 28, 2021

Pending

VCF #P1-6715

—
Sep 28, 2021

Pending

CLAW #6715PF

—
Sep 21, 2021

Listed (Active)

VCF #P1-6715

$1,495,000—
Aug 9, 2021

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P1-6715

$1,495,000—
Aug 9, 2021

Listed (Active)

CLAW #6715PF

$1,495,000—
Jun 16, 2017

Expired

CRMLS #22039005

$899,000—
Mar 29, 2013

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #22168566IT

—
Mar 29, 2013

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #22168566

$990,000—
Mar 29, 2013

Withdrawn / Cancelled

VCF #P0-22168566

$990,000—
Sep 18, 2012

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #22168566

$990,000—
Sep 18, 2012

Listed (Active)

VCF #P0-22168566

$990,000—
Sep 18, 2012

Listed (Active)

CLAW #22168566IT

$990,000—
Nov 24, 2004

Expired

CRMLS #22036826

$899,000—
Nov 23, 2004

Expired

VCF #P0-22039005

$899,000—
Nov 23, 2004

Expired

CLAW #22039005IT

$899,000—
Nov 23, 2004

Expired

CLAW #22036826IT

$899,000—
Nov 23, 2004

Expired

VCF #P0-22036826

$899,000—
Aug 12, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #138815841

$900,000

+46.4% / yr

Aug 12, 2004

Sold

CRMLS #P0-22039014

$900,000—
Aug 12, 2004

Sold

VCF #P0-22039014

$900,000—
Aug 12, 2004

Sold

CLAW #22039014IT

$900,000—
Jul 9, 2004

Pending

CRMLS #P0-22039014

—
Jul 9, 2004

Pending

VCF #P0-22039014

—
Jul 9, 2004

Pending

CLAW #22039014IT

—
Jun 25, 2004

Listed (Active)

CLAW #22039005IT

$899,000—
Jun 25, 2004

Listed (Active)

CLAW #22039014IT

$899,000—
Jun 25, 2004

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P0-22039014

$899,000—
Jun 25, 2004

Listed (Active)

VCF #P0-22039005

$899,000—
Jun 25, 2004

Listed (Active)

VCF #P0-22039014

$899,000—
Jun 25, 2004

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P0-22039005

$899,000—
May 23, 2004

Listed (Active)

CLAW #22039005PF

$899,000—
May 23, 2004

Listed (Active)

VCF #P0-22036826

$899,000—
May 23, 2004

Listed (Active)

CLAW #22036826IT

$899,000—
May 23, 2004

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #22036826

$899,000—
Oct 20, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #122252925

$660,000—
Oct 20, 2003

Sold

CRMLS #22024461

$660,000—
Oct 20, 2003

Sold

VCF #P0-22024461

$660,000—
Oct 20, 2003

Sold

CLAW #22024461IT

$660,000—
Oct 1, 2003

Pending

VCF #P0-22024461

—
Oct 1, 2003

Pending

CLAW #22024461IT

—
Oct 1, 2003

Pending

CRMLS #22024461

—
Aug 15, 2003

Listed (Active)

CLAW #22024461IT

$749,000—
Aug 15, 2003

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #22024461

$749,000—
Aug 15, 2003

Listed (Active)

VCF #P0-22024461

$749,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/07/2025

Pending

CRMLS #P1-24457

—
11/20/2025

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #P1-24457

—
11/10/2025

Price Change

CRMLS #P1-24457

$1,999,999
10/08/2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #P1-22877

$2,100,000
10/08/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P1-24457

$2,100,000
10/08/2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

VCF #P1-22877

$2,100,000
06/23/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P1-22877

$2,100,000
06/23/2025

Listed (Active)

VCF #P1-22877

$2,100,000
10/26/2021

Sold

CRMLS #P1-6715

$1,740,000
10/26/2021

Sold

VCF #P1-6715

$1,740,000
10/26/2021

Sold

CLAW #6715PF

$1,740,000
10/14/2021

Pending

VCF #P1-6715

—
10/07/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1474857827

$1,740,000

+3.9% / yr

10/01/2021

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #P1-6715

—
10/01/2021

Accepting Backup Offers

VCF #P1-6715

—
09/28/2021

Pending

CRMLS #P1-6715

—
09/28/2021

Pending

VCF #P1-6715

—
09/28/2021

Pending

CLAW #6715PF

—
09/21/2021

Listed (Active)

VCF #P1-6715

$1,495,000
08/09/2021

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P1-6715

$1,495,000
08/09/2021

Listed (Active)

CLAW #6715PF

$1,495,000
06/16/2017

Expired

CRMLS #22039005

$899,000
03/29/2013

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #22168566IT

—
03/29/2013

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #22168566

$990,000
03/29/2013

Withdrawn / Cancelled

VCF #P0-22168566

$990,000
09/18/2012

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #22168566

$990,000
09/18/2012

Listed (Active)

VCF #P0-22168566

$990,000
09/18/2012

Listed (Active)

CLAW #22168566IT

$990,000
11/24/2004

Expired

CRMLS #22036826

$899,000
11/23/2004

Expired

VCF #P0-22039005

$899,000
11/23/2004

Expired

CLAW #22039005IT

$899,000
11/23/2004

Expired

CLAW #22036826IT

$899,000
11/23/2004

Expired

VCF #P0-22036826

$899,000
08/12/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #138815841

$900,000

+46.4% / yr

08/12/2004

Sold

CRMLS #P0-22039014

$900,000
08/12/2004

Sold

VCF #P0-22039014

$900,000
08/12/2004

Sold

CLAW #22039014IT

$900,000
07/09/2004

Pending

CRMLS #P0-22039014

—
07/09/2004

Pending

VCF #P0-22039014

—
07/09/2004

Pending

CLAW #22039014IT

—
06/25/2004

Listed (Active)

CLAW #22039005IT

$899,000
06/25/2004

Listed (Active)

CLAW #22039014IT

$899,000
06/25/2004

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P0-22039014

$899,000
06/25/2004

Listed (Active)

VCF #P0-22039005

$899,000
06/25/2004

Listed (Active)

VCF #P0-22039014

$899,000
06/25/2004

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P0-22039005

$899,000
05/23/2004

Listed (Active)

CLAW #22039005PF

$899,000
05/23/2004

Listed (Active)

VCF #P0-22036826

$899,000
05/23/2004

Listed (Active)

CLAW #22036826IT

$899,000
05/23/2004

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #22036826

$899,000
10/20/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #122252925

$660,000
10/20/2003

Sold

CRMLS #22024461

$660,000
10/20/2003

Sold

VCF #P0-22024461

$660,000
10/20/2003

Sold

CLAW #22024461IT

$660,000
10/01/2003

Pending

VCF #P0-22024461

—
10/01/2003

Pending

CLAW #22024461IT

—
10/01/2003

Pending

CRMLS #22024461

—
08/15/2003

Listed (Active)

CLAW #22024461IT

$749,000
08/15/2003

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #22024461

$749,000
08/15/2003

Listed (Active)

VCF #P0-22024461

$749,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1620 Knollwood Drive

Taxable ValueLand$1,477,200Additions$369,300Total$1,846,500
Tax Record2025$21,428 ($1,786 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,931 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,931 SqFtStories1Lot Size10,403 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950ZoningPSR4CountyLOS ANGELESAPN5704-028-019

Schools near 1620 Knollwood Drive

This home is within Pasadena Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Aveson School Of Leaders
Charter - K to 5
Octavia E. Butler Magnet School
Public - 6 to 8
John Muir High School
Public - 9 to 12
Learning Works School
Charter - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Aveson School Of Leaders
CharterK to 5

Octavia E. Butler Magnet School
Public6 to 8

John Muir High School
Public9 to 12

Learning Works School
Charter7 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of COMPASS, Jan Emamian, DRE #01010028; COMPASS, Payman Emamian, DRE #01192633

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