Pasadena’s Priciest Home Is Back on the Market With an $11.5M Price Reduction

The prestigious Knoll House in Pasadena, CA, broke a record when it was listed in 2021 for $48 million.

On and off the market over the past couple of years, the estate is now available for $36.5 million. Despite the price cut, it’s still the most expensive home in Pasadena.

The 2.38-acre estate was designed by famed California luxury designers Myron Hunt and Gordon Kaufman. They created some of the area’s most impressive architectural landmarks, including the Huntington Library, the Huntington Hotel (now the Langham), and the original Los Angeles Times building. Kaufman is perhaps best known for his work on the Hoover Dam.

In addition to its prodigious price tag, Knoll House ranks as the largest single-family residence in Pasadena. It’s quietly situated on a private cul-de-sac in the city’s most esteemed neighborhood, near the prestigious Langham Hotel. This is where Gilded Age barons built their lavish West Coast winter homes.

The sumptuous estate has retained its stately elegance over the years. It was reportedly once owned by televangelist, Gene Scott, who died in 2005. Current owner, philanthropist, and financier John Vidalakis spent more than seven years meticulously restoring the place.

Two stately structures now comprise the estate: the lavish main residence, which built in 1916, and a spacious entertainment gallery. They’re connected via an underground passageway. Guests make a grand entrance through wrought iron gates leading to circular driveway of hand-set and reclaimed bricks.

The grand main residence was built by Peter Hall. It measures about 12,300 square feet and has six bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, and nine fireplaces.

Original features include handcarved moldings, book-matched wood paneling, as well as original wood, tile and marble floors.

Among the more lavish features are a gleaming, white kitchen with two large islands and Wolf and Miele appliances; a stately, wood-paneled library; a cool children’s play area; and even a gift-wrapping room. There’s also a traditional sun porch, which has been updated into a sunny homework space/office.

In the basement, the mansion boasts a brick and wood-beamed wine cellar with a 2,500-bottle capacity.

The home’s entertainment gallery was built for the most discerning art collector and entertainer. It includes a two-story atrium gallery, full tiki bar with handcarved Tikis, and a custom Tiki fountain. Plus, there’s a 46-seat movie theatre with acoustic panels.

This entertainment facility also includes a game room, billiard room, poker room, gym, and guest apartment.

The impressive grounds feature mature landscaping, along with formal, casual, and zen gardens. A resort-style pool and spa, bocce court, and fire pit complete the outdoor setup.

For even more refined entertaining, there’s a covered pavilion and a Wolf barbecue, wood-burning pizza oven, and an outdoor bar with Perla Veneta quartzite counters.

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