Ben Affleck Reportedly Willing To Burn Millions Just To Cut Ties With Jennifer Lopez

An insider has claimed that Ben Affleck is willing to lose millions of dollars on one thing that still connects him to his ex-wife, Jennifer Lopez.

Nearly a year after divorcing Lopez, the actor is reportedly ready to slash the value of their once-shared mansion just to sever their last symbolic connection.

When Lopez and Affleck purchased their $60.8 million love nest in May 2023 amid their then-headline-making romance, it was supposed to be a dream home.

However, the lavish Beverly Hills estate has since become an expensive burden that neither of them wants to hold on to.

Originally listed for $68 million, the three-story, 38,000-square-foot mega-mansion remains unsold nearly a year later. And now, a source close to the actor says Affleck is done waiting, even if it means losing millions.

“Ben and JLo slashed the price on their Beverly Hills mansion for $8 million less than they paid for it, but this is nothing to Ben,” an insider told the Daily Mail. “He really just wants this to be sold so that he can cut the final cord that keeps him and Jennifer intertwined.”

The mansion, known as Crestview Manor, features a whopping 12 bedrooms, 24 bathrooms, a massive guest penthouse, a guardhouse, a caretaker’s cottage, and even parking for 80 vehicles.

However, none of those luxurious features have helped it sell despite the former couple's efforts to do so.

Affleck reportedly never wanted the house in the first place. According to the same insider, “The home actually caused drama in their marriage because the "Argo" director never wanted to shell out that much for this home to begin with.”

While Lopez dreamed of a romantic, European-style space, Ben prioritized proximity to his three children, Violet, 19, Finn, 16, and Samuel, 13, whom he shares with ex-wife Jennifer Garner.

Despite differing tastes, the couple moved forward with the purchase. But after their split, the house, complete with a home gym, boxing ring, sports lounge, and $150,000 pool, has become a symbol of everything that went wrong.

TMZ previously reported that a New Jersey buyer backed out of a $64 million offer in September, causing even more frustration.

Now, with the price chopped by $8 million and the pair still unable to find a buyer, the mansion is less a trophy and more a thorn in the side.

Although a multi-million dollar loss would devastate most, Affleck seems unfazed.

“Ultimately, he just hopes that they find a buyer soon and does not care that he takes a multi-million cut,” the insider continued. “His marriage and divorce cost him millions and what is another couple million? It is a small price to pay for Ben.”

The symbolic weight of the property appears heavier than its financial burden. Another source close to the actor echoed those sentiments.

They shared, “Ben has to grow and move on. He just wants to live his life that, for the most part, has been very fortunate. Ben has had a lot of wins, and with that comes a few losses.”

For Affleck, the real cost of the mansion isn’t in dollars but in its emotional baggage. “He knows [Jennifer] will always have a presence in his life with their kids remaining best friends, but this house is the one last thing that is a symbol of their marriage,” the source revealed.

While Ben Affleck reportedly views the mansion as a haunting remnant of their failed relationship, Lopez has also moved on.

After their split was finalized in January 2025, she was spotted house-hunting across Los Angeles. By February, she had closed on a $21 million estate in Hidden Hills, a 2.5-acre sanctuary complete with a private theater, chef’s kitchen, and horse stables.

Meanwhile, Affleck initially rented a bachelor pad in Brentwood for $100,000 a month before purchasing his own $20 million home in the same neighborhood.

Now living closer to his children and ex-wife Jennifer Garner, the Oscar winner seems intent on focusing on what matters most: his family, health, and career.

“He can compartmentalize what is important in life. He's learned over the years what is important,” said a second insider.

The insiders' claims about Ben Affleck's desperation to sell the home come weeks after Jennifer Lopez spoke about her love life in the aftermath of their divorce.

During a candid interview following her glamorous hosting gig at the 2025 American Music Awards, she addressed growing speculation surrounding her love life after she was linked to various Hollywood A-listers, including Kevin Costner.

However, the pop icon and actress made it clear that she’s not entertaining any romantic advances for now.

While speaking to Access Hollywood, Lopez responded to a playful suggestion by comedian Tiffany Haddish that the two go “manhunting” together.

“She said that to me,” Lopez said, referring to Haddish’s comment. “I said, ‘Girl, I’m not looking for no man.’ I’m happy right now. I’m not trying to ruin it.”