And when the buyer’s offer hit the table, Cary Glenn, a Beverly Hills broker with a knack for luxury deals, sealed the sale at $2.8 M in early 2016.
Lauren didn’t just paint the walls—she stripped the 3,200‑sq‑ft duplex back to its bones, then re‑imagined every inch with exposed high ceilings, custom hardwood, and a vintage fireplace that anchors a sprawling open‑plan living space.
The property went on the market in late 2015 for a whopping $3.2 M, but the redesigned penthouse found a buyer willing to pay a premium for the designer touch—proof that Los Angeles buyers still chase that perfect blend of glam and function.
Subtracting renovation costs and closing fees, the $1.45 M profit is a lesson in how a celebrity can double down on their investment through design savvy.
With the penthouse gone, Lauren’s next move remains a mystery—whether she’ll flip another downtown condo or finally snag a beachside villa, only time will tell.