David Arquette Buys a Bit of L.A. History for $7.15M
David Arquette, best known for his role in the Scream movie series and the former husband of Courteney Cox, is a huge architecture buff: he has made some pretty savvy real estate buys—and sells—in his time.
The latest? A seven-bedroom, eight-bathroom, 10,000-square-foot, all-stone, Arts & Crafts-style creation in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Windsor Square.
Arquette bought the place—known affectionately as the O’Melveney House—last month for about $7.15 million, according to the intrepid folks over at Variety.
And people? This house is just slathered with delectable architectural goodness.
First of all, there is wood. Wood, wood, wood; everywhere, there is wood.
There is wood flooring, wood paneling, wood-beamed and coffered ceilings, wood doors (the main entrance is solid mahogany), wood fireplaces and mantels, wood staircases, wood banisters, and wood-paneled ceilings (which are super rad).
What we’re saying is that there’s a lot of wood.
In addition to all that opulent, mahogany splendor (we suddenly feel a lot like Ron Burgundy), the century-old home has been exquisitely remodeled with a spectacular kitchen, bright and efficient—featuring the requisite stainless steel appliances, a fabulous, marble-topped center island, and scads of custom cabinets.
Oh, and there are at least six fireplaces, a big covered patio which looks out over the spacious grounds and a meditation pond, a delightful swimming pool and spa, a study, a library, and a nifty media room in the attic.
So, yes, David Arquette did gooooooooood, again.
We’re not sure what Arquette’s up to these days, but he and long-time partner Christina McLarty (of “Entertainment Tonight” fame) welcomed their first child together—son Charlie—in April. The couple tied the knot in July.
Arquette also celebrated his 43rd birthday on September 8, and in addition to his entertainment industry credentials as an actor, director, producer and screenwriter, please remember he is a one-time WCW World Heavyweight Champion (2000) as well—believe it or not.
By: Melisa Case
