A striking architectural residence in Trousdale Estates has hit the market for $13.8 million, offering something increasingly rare in the neighborhood: an authentic midcentury modern home that hasn’t been replaced by a contemporary rebuild.
And the irreplaceable charm didn’t go unnoticed: the rare property was quickly swept off the market by a buyer, mere weeks after listing.
Located at 340 Trousdale Place, the single-level residence dates to 1963 and retains the proportions, materials, and spatial philosophy that defined the era’s best modernist houses.
The property spans roughly 4,717 square feet with four bedrooms and six bathrooms and was listed with Vincent Bouvier of Douglas Elliman, who swiftly secured the buyer. The final sale price was $12.85 million.
Nearly 0.87 acres on one of Trousdale’s most prestigious streets
The property occupies approximately 0.87 acres on Trousdale Place, widely considered one of the enclave’s most desirable streets.
The generous lot size provides both privacy and breathing room, something increasingly rare in a neighborhood where many original parcels have been subdivided or redeveloped.
A glass-wrapped entry framed by original travertine pillars
One of the home’s defining architectural moments arrives at the front entry.
A glass-wrapped foyer is framed by a rhythmic colonnade of original travertine pillars, creating a dramatic approach that feels almost ceremonial.
With a statement black front door
The sequence culminates in an oversized black lacquered front door — a detail that signals the architectural seriousness of the property before stepping inside.
Floor-to-ceiling glass capturing canyon, city, and ocean views
Once inside, walls of glass frame expansive views that stretch from the surrounding canyons across the city skyline and all the way to the Pacific Ocean.
The home’s orientation captures sunlight throughout the day, with the desert-like hills and urban skyline shifting in tone as the light changes.
A grand living room anchored by a full-height travertine fireplace
The main living room sits at the center of the home’s layout.
Approximately 11-foot ceilings create an airy atmosphere, while a full-height travertine fireplace acts as the architectural anchor for the space. The room flows directly toward the outdoor terraces, reinforcing the home’s indoor-outdoor design philosophy.
Original terrazzo flooring preserved throughout the residence
One of the most distinctive surviving elements of the house is its original terrazzo flooring.
Rather than replacing it during updates, the current owner preserved the material as part of a respectful refinement of the property — maintaining the authenticity that architecture-focused buyers increasingly seek in Trousdale.
A chef’s kitchen equipped with Sub-Zero, Miele, and Gaggenau appliances
The kitchen balances modern functionality with the home’s midcentury character.
Stone countertops pair with high-end appliances from Sub-Zero, Miele, and Gaggenau, while a nearby breakfast area provides a casual dining space with views toward the outdoor terraces.
Den with skylight and built-in bar for casual entertaining
Adjacent to the main living areas is a den that introduces a slightly more relaxed setting.
A skylight draws natural light into the space while a built-in bar supports informal entertaining, creating a comfortable retreat within the home’s broader open layout.
A primary suite with fireplace, dual bathrooms, and pool access
The private primary suite includes a wood-burning fireplace and direct access to the outdoor terrace and pool area.
Inside, the suite offers two spa-like bathrooms and a large dressing room, giving the space a layout more commonly found in larger estate homes.
Three additional bedroom suites complete the layout
Three additional bedroom suites round out the floor plan, each designed to provide privacy for guests or family members.
The single-level layout allows all bedrooms and living spaces to unfold across one plane — a feature that has become increasingly desirable among luxury buyers.
A sculptural diamond-shaped saltwater pool anchors the backyard
Outside, the backyard is anchored by one of the property’s most distinctive elements: a geometric diamond-shaped saltwater pool.
Rather than functioning purely as a recreational feature, the pool reads as a sculptural extension of the home’s architecture, reinforcing the modernist composition of the property.
Expansive terraces designed for entertaining and outdoor living
Surrounding the pool are broad patios and landscaped grounds designed for both entertaining and quiet relaxation.
The outdoor spaces take advantage of the elevated setting, allowing views and open sky to become part of the everyday living experience.
Gated motor court and grass-block driveway
A gated entrance opens to a large motor court finished with grass-block paving, a design detail that softens the hardscape while maintaining the property’s modernist aesthetic.
The driveway leads to a two-car garage while providing ample space for guest parking.
A respectful refinement preserving the home’s original architecture
Rather than undergoing a dramatic renovation, the property was carefully refined with upgrades to systems and infrastructure while preserving its original architectural character.
That restraint — maintaining the proportions, materials, and spatial relationships of the 1963 design — is increasingly rare in Trousdale Estates, where many midcentury homes have been replaced with much larger contemporary builds.
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