Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez encountered unexpected difficulties when selling their luxury estate in Beverly Hills. According to insiders, the couple accepted an offer from New Jersey buyers for $64 million, but the deal fell through due to a tragic event in the buyers' family.

$68 million estate: what is behind this amount?

The property, which was purchased for $60.8 million in May 2023, includes a 12-bedroom, 24-bathroom main house, a guest penthouse, a guard house, a 12-car garage and a host of amenities, such as a gym, boxing ring, basketball court playground and bar. Buying this extraordinary house was a real compromise for Jennifer.

"She settled on this house because of its size and layout, which suited both of their families."

Differences in taste: how the style of the house influenced the decision

Although Jennifer compromised, the style of the ultra-modern estate did not meet her aesthetic preferences. She prefers romantic European or Spanish architecture, which made living in the house less comfortable for her. Access to the house has also become an obstacle for Ben as he finds Brentwood a more convenient place to live.

Selling and Divorce Issues: Hard times for the couple

In addition to the difficulties of selling the estate, Ben and Jennifer are facing a complicated divorce. The absence of a prenuptial agreement makes it difficult to divide property, including this estate. The couple is currently going through a mediation process to resolve these issues.

"Despite the difficulties of the divorce, a source close to Jennifer says that she is doing well, although not without bitterness from the separation."

If the agreement with the sale of the estate does take place, it will be an important step in resolving financial issues between the former spouses.

Editor: Emiliia Morozova