Ben Affleck moves out of his bachelor pad! Actor packs up the house he rented following his split from Jennifer Lopez as he heads to $20M Brentwood house amid their divorce

Ben Affleck moves out of his bachelor pad! Actor packs up the house he rented following his split from Jennifer Lopez as he heads to $20M Brentwood house amid their divorce

As someone who has navigated the complexities of high-profile relationships and wealth division, I can empathize with both Jennifer and Ben in this situation. The purchase of Crestview Manor, an exquisite property that caters to their expansive families and diverse interests, was a compromise born out of love and practicality. However, it seems that the ultra-modern aesthetic may have been a bridge too far for Jennifer’s romantic, Spanish taste, and the location didn’t quite suit Ben’s lifestyle.


Ben Affleck is vacating the temporary residence he occupied amidst his marital issues with Jennifer Lopez, and relocating to a brand-new luxury home valued at $20 million.

The actor, who is now 52 years old, has left his temporary residence, known as his bachelor pad, after buying a new house in Brentwood. This move comes during his challenging divorce proceedings.

In August, it was made public that Ben and Jennifer were ending their marriage due to unresolvable issues. Prior to this announcement, the well-known actor had been residing in a rented home for several months.

After agreeing on a $64 million purchase offer for their jointly-owned house, the couple have encountered a snag in the sale process.

The home sale is now at risk because the unidentified buyers have withdrawn from the process known as “escrow” due to a recent family tragedy.

Ben Affleck moves out of his bachelor pad! Actor packs up the house he rented following his split from Jennifer Lopez as he heads to $20M Brentwood house amid their divorce

Ben Affleck moves out of his bachelor pad! Actor packs up the house he rented following his split from Jennifer Lopez as he heads to $20M Brentwood house amid their divorce
Ben Affleck moves out of his bachelor pad! Actor packs up the house he rented following his split from Jennifer Lopez as he heads to $20M Brentwood house amid their divorce

It appears I’ve noticed that Ben has chosen to take a new step, as a moving truck was captured on camera at his residence recently.

Witnesses report that two sizeable vans were seen transporting Ben’s assortment of rugs, boxes, and mirrors over the course of a day.

A movers-and-packers employee from Wetzel & Sons was snapped transporting a box marked ‘books’ out of a residence.

Ben and Jen, who are currently working on resolving their divorce with attorney Laura Wasser, purchased their marital residence in May 2023 for $60.8 million. According to TMZ, they had already received and accepted a $64 million offer from a couple hailing from New Jersey.

It appears that the individuals intending to purchase the property have terminated their agreement, implying there was an issue during the sale process or somewhere in the transaction itself.

Once this happens, the property is no longer under contract and be relisted for sale.

The 38,000-square-foot mansion, priced at an impressive $68 million on Zillow, was reportedly adored by its new owners, who seemed to have developed a strong affection for it in July.

Regarding the cancelled escrow, the source asserts that the New Jersey couple continue to express their enthusiasm for the property.

Ben Affleck moves out of his bachelor pad! Actor packs up the house he rented following his split from Jennifer Lopez as he heads to $20M Brentwood house amid their divorce
Ben Affleck moves out of his bachelor pad! Actor packs up the house he rented following his split from Jennifer Lopez as he heads to $20M Brentwood house amid their divorce

They paid cash for the estate and ‘spent several million on renovations.’

Furthermore, as reported by TMZ, this two-time Academy Award recipient and renowned celebrity was required to cover a 5.25% mansion tax and substantial commission fees for the real estate agents.

Significantly, the planned sale of the house represents a significant separation in the $550 million worth of assets belonging to the former spouses, who gained notoriety by marrying in 2022 without a prenuptial contract.

Jennifer contributes approximately $400 million to their collective fortune, while Ben is said to be valued at around $150 million.

This remarkable property is called Crestview Manor. It features a spacious primary residence with 12 bedrooms and 24 bathrooms, as well as a luxurious guest penthouse that covers approximately 5,000 square feet. Additionally, it includes a guardhouse with two bedrooms, a caretaker’s house, and a garage capable of accommodating 12 cars.

Facilities offer a bar area, fitness center, recreational lounge, another bar, a boxing arena, basketball and pickleball courts, along with space for 80 vehicles to park.

This past month, a source disclosed to People that there was a disagreement about the property purchase between the ex-partners.

‘The $68 million mansion was Ben’s idea and a major compromise for her,’ a source told the outlet.

Ben Affleck moves out of his bachelor pad! Actor packs up the house he rented following his split from Jennifer Lopez as he heads to $20M Brentwood house amid their divorce
Ben Affleck moves out of his bachelor pad! Actor packs up the house he rented following his split from Jennifer Lopez as he heads to $20M Brentwood house amid their divorce
Ben Affleck moves out of his bachelor pad! Actor packs up the house he rented following his split from Jennifer Lopez as he heads to $20M Brentwood house amid their divorce

The source mentioned that she accepted it due to its generous floor plan, providing ample room for both families, a fitness area with a gym and pickleball court, workspace, and the convenience of two separate entrances. Notably, the layout was perfectly suited to accommodate Ben’s children – Violet (18), Finn (15), and Samuel (12) – as well as JLo’s 16-year-old twins, Max and Emme.

As reported by the source, the ultra-contemporary design of the mansion seemed to be at odds with Jennifer Lopez’s personal style.

‘She loves the romantic, Spanish, European vibe,’ they said. 

However, once they settled in, Ben wasn’t particularly excited about the place either.

According to the source, Ben felt it was bothersome and time-consuming to handle traffic from his home due to the fact that his life and kids reside in Brentwood, and he had never been fond of its location.

The Batman actor has since acquired a new bachelor pad for himself, costing $20.5 million.

In their ongoing divorce proceedings, there’s a possibility that things could become contentious between J.Lo and Ben, as they didn’t have a prenuptial agreement in place. This information was shared by an insider to People magazine.

According to the source, there are certain issues regarding finances that the newly-wed couple, who got married impromptu at The Little White Chapel in Las Vegas, are facing.

In her divorce paperwork, Jennifer stated that she didn’t know the details about their shared possessions, having marked their separation date as April 26, 2024.

As per California state legislation, any income or possessions accumulated throughout their brief marriage are categorized as ‘community property’ and thus, subject to equitable division.

In addition, this encompasses their Beverly Hills estate, along with numerous ventures and endorsements they’ve undertaken following their marriage.

At the moment, they’re going through mediation, an approach that’s more informal and tends to be quicker than a conventional divorce process.

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2024-09-25 11:51

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