Abbey Founder David Cooley Lists Beverly Hills Midcentury Home for $7.4M

David Cooley, founder of West Hollywood's iconic bar The Abbey, has listed his midcentury residence in Beverly Hills' Trousdale Estates for $7.4 million, nearly $2 million above his purchase price. The flat-roofed pavilion, originally designed by architect Marvin Berman—a protege of Richard Neutra—was reimagined by L.A. designer Chad Waterhouse. The single-level home spans roughly 4,000 square feet with four bedrooms and four bathrooms, featuring terrazzo floors, wood paneling, and stone pillars. Highlights include a travertine fireplace, a wet bar, a formal dining room with geometric wallpaper, a kitchen with Viking appliances, and a primary suite with dual closets. Outdoor amenities include a renovated pool, fire pit, and sculptural fountain. Rochelle Maize of Nourmand & Associates holds the listing. Cooley also owns a Malibu ranch-style home bought from Emma Stone in 2022 and a Coachella Valley retreat known as the Night House.