S tephen Cohen is an American real estate investor and the co-founder of The Arden Group, a private equity real estate firm. This entry is for the real estate investor, not to be confused with the hedge fund manager Steve Cohen. After a career in law and accounting, Cohen founded Arden in 1989. The company has since grown into a significant player in the U.S. property market, focusing on acquiring, developing, and managing assets in the hospitality and office sectors.

Under Cohen's leadership, Arden operates through a series of private equity funds, raising capital from institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals to invest in properties across the United States. The firm's strategy often involves identifying undervalued assets and adding value through repositioning and redevelopment. His wealth is derived from his ownership stake in the successful private real estate investment firm he co-founded.