After two years of marriage, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez have officially separated, marking the end of their brief union. In July, the couple decided to sell their sprawling Beverly Hills mansion for $68 million following their divorce. However, despite the hefty asking price, the property remains unsold, and the couple continues to try and find a buyer for the lavish home.
The Mansion: A Lavish Purchase That Didn’t Last
The mansion, which the couple purchased in 2022 for $61 million, is situated on a 2-acre plot in Beverly Hills and boasts a massive 3,500 square meters of space. The home includes 12 bedrooms, 24 bathrooms, a 12-car garage, a large swimming pool, and an extensive sports complex featuring basketball and handball courts, a gym, and even a boxing ring. Despite the house’s luxurious features, it hasn’t attracted any buyers, leaving the couple to keep it on the market.
Separation Timeline: A Rocky Road Leading to Divorce
Before listing the house for sale, rumors surfaced in May that the couple was already living separately. Sources revealed that Ben Affleck had been staying in another home while filming The Accountant 2. In June, it was confirmed that Affleck had moved his belongings out of the shared mansion, while Jennifer Lopez was on vacation in Europe. A source close to the couple shared that Affleck was living in a rental property in Brentwood, where he appeared to be focusing on his work and spending time with his children.
A Disagreement on Style and Location While Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez agreed to purchase the mansion together, both had reservations about the property. According to a source, Lopez liked the spacious layout of the house, as it could accommodate their blended family. However, she preferred more romantic, European-style designs over the modern look of the mansion. On the other hand, Affleck had concerns about the location. The house was quite far from where his children lived in Brentwood, and the long commute became a source of frustration for him.
