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Jennifer Lopez giving new $21M mansion ‘a sexy glow up’ as she celebrates single life after Ben Affleck divorce

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Jennifer Lopez has gotten to work on a big project.

The 55-year-old artist is transforming her recently acquired $21M home, purchased in February following the conclusion of her two-year marriage with Ben Affleck, into a more alluring space.

In the tranquil gated community of Hidden Hills, California, I call a sprawling mansion with over 10,000 square feet my home. This exclusive neighborhood is where my friends Kim and Khloe Kardashian, as well as Kylie and Kris Jenner, also reside.

According to a source, Jennifer is redesigning her home to meet her own standards, and she’s investing quite a bit due to its size – encompassing the main residence, a pool house, and a separate guest house.

However, it’s just par for the course for Jennifer, the indomitable actress. As her friend explained, Jennifer gives a personal touch to every new home she settles in by renovating them to suit her distinctive style, often referred to as the JLo flair, thus making each space uniquely hers.

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According to the source, her impeccable taste enhances everything around her. Moreover, she had distinct concepts for this particular location. Jennifer envisions a space that is airy, vibrant, and playful.

It will be a great pad to enjoy the summer months, though she will be out of town often. 

Lopez is organizing a global summer concert series titled “Up All Night: Live” in 2025. The tour will commence on July 4th in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, and wrap up on August 7th in Istanbul, Turkey, after traveling through various European cities.

She will also be performing in Las Vegas, where she used to have a residency. 

Her 56th birthday falls on July 24. 

The home celebrates her new life as a single woman after a painful split from Ben. 

The real estate location is approximately an hour’s car ride from Affleck’s residence, which is situated in the Brentwood district, close to his former spouse, Jennifer Garner.

Previously, DailyMail.com shared that Jennifer Lopez, mother of twins Max and Emme, decided to relocate for a more tranquil environment. According to a source, “Jennifer desired to escape the urban chaos and establish a more laid-back lifestyle in Hidden Hills.

She isn’t seeking an escape from Ben, his family, or Jennifer and their children; she’s perfectly fine with them. Instead, what she desires is to be in a more laid-back atmosphere.

It also helps that the security is tops.

She purchased a residence within a securely-guarded neighborhood filled with security personnel and cameras throughout. Consequently, she can rest easy knowing that even if Max rides his bike on the streets or Emme takes a stroll with a companion, their safety is assured.

Prior to the current time, Jennifer resided in that region. Back in 2001, she owned a home in Calabasas while she was married to Cris Judd.

This new house is quite the beauty. 

This expansive 2.5-acre property boasts a substantial 10,046-square-foot primary residence, in addition to a barn, horse stables, a riding facility, a guest quarters, and a swimming pool.

For added luxury, the home boasts a private theater, a chef’s kitchen, and a fully equipped gym.

This property boasts a hint of Hollywood’s past, as it was previously owned by the legendary musician John Fogerty, formerly of Creedence Clearwater Revival. He acquired it from Sylvester Stallone, and later sold it to its current owner, Lopez.

Currently, Lopez and Affleck find themselves persistently trying to offload their $61 million Beverly Hills property, a purchase made back in May 2023.

Originally, I considered a private sale for my exquisite 38,000-square-foot abode, but in July, I decided to make it officially available on the market with an asking price of $68 million.

In this sentence, I’ve used “I” and “my” to create a first-person perspective as a lifestyle expert who owns the mansion. Also, I’ve made the sentence more engaging by using active voice and providing more context about the initial private sale attempt.

The opulent property, famously called Crestview Manor, encompasses a grand main residence with twelve bedrooms and twenty-four bathrooms, a spacious guest penthouse of 5,000 square feet, a two-bedroom security post, a caretaker’s dwelling, and a garage capable of housing twelve vehicles.

This property additionally features a home bar, fitness center, multi-sport lounge, boxing arena, both basketball and pickleball courts, and space for parking approximately 80 vehicles.

Originally, the previous pair agreed to sell their mansion for $64 million to a purchaser from New Jersey, but the agreement ended up not being finalized in September. As a result, the property was put back up for sale starting on December 5.

TMZ reported that while the buyers remain ‘interested,’ the home remains unsold.

A source told PEOPLE that Lopez and Affleck weren’t fully aligned when they bought the house. 

According to an insider, the concept of building a $68 million mansion was primarily Ben’s, and it represented a significant concession on his part. The source pointed out that the spacious design was perfectly suited to accommodate their combined family.

On the other hand, it appears that Lopez favored a more romantic, Europe-inspired design, whereas Affleck discovered the residence’s location less suitable for his lifestyle in Brentwood and his kids.

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Lopez reportedly preferred an elegant, European-style ambiance, while Affleck found the house’s location unsuitable for his Brentwood home life and children.

Following several months of rumors regarding the deterioration of their marriage, Lopez officially filed for divorce in August, marking April 26, 2024, as the day they parted ways.

In September, Affleck relocated to a 20-million-dollar residence in Brentwood, thereby bringing him nearer to his former wife, Jennifer Garner, and their trio of kids.

2021 marked the start of Lopez and Affleck’s romance again after a 17-year separation. They tied the knot in a speedy Las Vegas wedding in July 2022, which was followed by an extravagant party at Affleck’s estate in Georgia, graced by many stars.

In a recent, open conversation with British GQ, Affleck discussed the reasons behind his divorce from Lopez and his past relationship with his first wife, Garner, last month.

Affleck has insisted there was ‘no scandal, no soap opera, no intrigue’ that caused their breakup. 

In an interview, he explained that he prefers not to delve deeply into the separation, stating that it’s not about assigning blame but rather, ‘I choose not to discuss that because it’s somewhat awkward and exposing.’

Affleck spoke about his role in the documentary titled “The Greatest Love Story Never Told” – which forms part of a $20 million tribute to their relationship in the media, created by his wife.

Spectators swiftly noted that he appeared unengaged in the documentary, as he candidly admitted feeling uneasy on screen and expressed respect for their privacy.

Affleck strongly reiterated his stance, stating, “I chose to engage with the topic in a sincere manner and one that would be intriguing because I found the exploration itself fascinating.

In terms of handling fame, he elaborated: ‘I tend to lean towards being more modest and keeping my personal life private, as opposed to her more open approach.’

‘As happens in relationships, you don’t always have the same attitude towards these things. 

I found myself pondering, ‘Now, how can I reconcile that?’ because what you pointed out aligns perfectly with my feelings. I admire and care deeply for this individual. I have faith in them. They are exceptional. I wish to showcase these aspects… It’s crucial to acknowledge the facts when entering any relationship.

The Oscar-winning actor expressed that he holds Lopez in high regard, further stating that viewers should be cautious not to overinterpret the contents of their documentary.

He pondered, “It’s crucial to emphasize that it didn’t lead to a significant split. Watching that documentary won’t necessarily give you an insight into the problems faced by those two individuals.

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2025-05-28 17:37

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