Ben Affleck Enjoys Family Time Amid Property Settlement Developments
Hollywood star Ben Affleck was seen enjoying a relaxed weekend outing with his two youngest children in Los Angeles, providing a glimpse into his family life amidst ongoing personal developments. The 53-year-old actor, who recently reunited with ex-wife Jennifer Garner ahead of Easter celebrations, was spotted strolling through the city with his sons after attending a Roller Derby event on Saturday.
Casual Family Outing in Los Angeles
Affleck maintained a casual appearance during the daytime excursion, wearing an off-white shirt layered with a gray outer piece and complemented by khaki trousers. He completed his ensemble with comfortable Nike sneakers as he walked alongside his children. The actor was photographed making his way down a sidewalk with Fin, 17, and Samuel, 14, as the trio headed to their next destination following the roller derby event.
This family outing comes just days after significant legal developments emerged regarding Affleck's financial settlement with his most recent ex-wife, Jennifer Lopez. Court documents revealed that the Oscar-winning actor has relinquished his interest in their $61 million Beverly Hills marital mansion to Lopez, more than one year after their divorce was finalized.
Co-Parenting Relationship With Jennifer Garner
Affleck shares his three children - Violet, 20, Fin, 17, and Samuel, 14 - with ex-wife Jennifer Garner, to whom he was married from 2005 until their divorce in 2018. Despite their separation, the former couple has maintained what appears to be a positive co-parenting relationship, frequently reuniting for family occasions and everyday activities.
Just last week, Affleck was seen stepping out with Garner and their son Samuel for an errand run together in Los Angeles. The trio strolled through the city streets, with Affleck later picking up an iced coffee while engaged in conversation with the 13 Going On 30 actress. This follows a February reunion when both parents celebrated Samuel's 14th birthday at Combat Paintball Park in Castaic, California.
Garner's Reflections on Co-Parenting
Jennifer Garner recently opened up about the experience of raising their three children across separate households following their divorce. During an appearance on Bustle's One Nightstand YouTube series, the actress explained her approach to balancing what she described as 'conscientious upbringing' with 'appreciation.'
'Especially when your kids grow up in two separate households, I become mom and dad,' Garner revealed, noting that Affleck assumes the same dual role when their children are with him. 'You kind of can't help it, right? Because you don't have the benefit of both sides of the yin and yang being in the same house.'
The actress further reflected on the complexities of this arrangement, stating, 'There's a little bit of loss in that, but there's also something gained in that. You also just learn. It's made me let go and not focus so much on bringing up.'
Property Settlement Details With Jennifer Lopez
Affleck's weekend family outing occurred shortly after the emergence of court documents detailing his property settlement with ex-wife Jennifer Lopez. According to legal documents obtained by the Daily Mail, the former couple quietly amended their property settlement agreement, which had originally been filed in January 2025 when their divorce was finalized.
On April 9, they added a 'stipulation and order' to modify specific terms regarding their Beverly Hills estate. The updated terms specify that Lopez 'shall be solely responsible for all expenses [associated] with any future sale of her interest in the Wallingford Residence, including but not limited to broker's commissions, applicable taxes, closing costs, etc.'
Lopez signed the agreement on March 31, while Affleck signed on April 1, a move that suggests he has relinquished his stake in the property. Sources told TMZ that the actor effectively 'gave up' his share of the compound 'for free,' leaving Lopez positioned to receive any profits from a future sale.
Real Estate History and Current Status
The sprawling 12-bedroom, 24-bathroom Beverly Crest estate was purchased by Affleck and Lopez in May 2023 for $60,850,000. The property was first listed for $68 million - approximately $8 million more than the purchase price - before experiencing multiple price reductions and a failed escrow process.
After more than a year on the market without securing a buyer, the couple decided to pull the listing in July 2024. The property was later relisted in September for $52 million before reportedly being taken off the market again just four months later. Photographs obtained by the Daily Mail in January showed four large moving trucks parked in the driveway, though the exact nature of the activity remained unclear.
Despite difficulties selling their former marital home, both stars have moved forward with new property acquisitions following their separation. Affleck purchased a $20 million bachelor pad in the Pacific Palisades in August 2024, located just a short distance from ex-wife Jennifer Garner's residence. Meanwhile, Lopez acquired a $21 million home in Calabasas last year after finalizing the divorce proceedings.
The Daily Mail has contacted representatives for both Affleck and Lopez for comment regarding the property settlement and current status of the Beverly Hills mansion.
