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As Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s split make headlines, a jaw-dropping tax bill is coming with their soon-to-be former Beverly Hills mansion.
The sprawling estate, now listed on US real estate company Zillow for a staggering $US68 million ($A101 million), will cost its new owner more than $US1,000 ($A1,470) a day just to keep the lights on — and the government from knocking at their front gate.
Zillow estimated the tax bill on the couple’s luxurious home last year was more than $US400,000 ($A588,700).
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Jennifer Lopez has filed to divorce Ben Affleck after two years of marriage. Picture: Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording Academy
Lopez and Affleck publicly listed their Beverly Hills mega mansion for $US68 million. Picture: Realtor
The New York Post reports California, often vilified for its high taxes, actually has a lower property tax rate than many other states.
According to US financial company Bankrate, if the mansion were located in an exclusive East Coast enclave like Greenwich, Connecticut, the tax bill would be closer to a mind-boggling $US800,000 ($A1.1 million) annually.
And ponying up huge amounts to the public fund won’t be the only thing likely to make even the wealthiest homeowners wince — the property’s utility bills could be almost as onerous.
According to calculations by HomeAdvisor and the U.S. Energy and Information Administration, total estimated monthly utility costs based on the size of the home are between $US5,000 and $US20,000 ($A7,350 and $A29,400) — potentially more depending on the specific amenities and usage patterns of the mansion.
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The grounds include a pool, 12-car garage, and parking for 80 vehicles. Picture: Realtor
Inside the luxe Beverly Hills home. Picture: Realtor.com
The huge mansion sits on five acres of land. Picture: Realtor.com
The breakdown is as follows:
Electricity: For a mansion of this size, with extensive lighting, heating, cooling, and possibly a pool and other energy-intensive features, the electricity bill could easily range from $US3,000 to $US10,000 ($A4,400 to $A14,700) per month.
Water: Depending on the size of the estate’s grounds, including landscaping, pools, and water features, the water bill could be anywhere from $US500 ($A735) to $US2,000 ($A2,900) per month.
Gas: For heating, hot water, and potentially a large kitchen, the gas bill might range from $US500 ($A735) to $US3,000 ($A4,400) per month, depending on usage and the efficiency of the systems.
Security and Maintenance: High-end security systems and regular maintenance could add another $US1,000 ($A1,400) to $US5,000 ($A7,350) monthly.
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The couple renovated the home. Picture: Realtor.com
The main bedroom with a fireplace and mounted TV. Picture: Realtor.com
The huge indoor sports complex. Picture: Realtor.com
The five acre estate, tucked away in one of Beverly Hills’ most exclusive enclaves, is the epitome of luxury living, complete with a zero-edge pool, indoor pickleball and basketball courts, a state-of-the-art gym, and even a boxing ring.
“Recently renovated with the highest level of quality within the last 4 months,” the listing boasts, the estate is “nestled in one of Beverly Hills’s most exclusive and secure enclaves.”
The privileged pad has already attracted more than 75,000 views on Zillow since going live.
But what the listing doesn’t mention is the rocky relationship that led to its sale.
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After calling off their first engagement in the early 2000s, Lopez and Affleck rekindled their romance in April 2021.
The couple eloped in Las Vegas in July 2022. They tied the knot for a second time a month later during a lavish ceremony at Affleck’s Georgia estate.
Following the nuptials and a long house hunt, they put down $60.8m (A$90m) for their marital mansion in May 2023.
The “Ain’t It Funny” singer filed to divorce Affleck on the pair’s two-year wedding anniversary.
According to TMZ, Lopez has filed divorce papers in Los Angeles, with the entertainment website reporting the A-listers did not have a pre-nuptial agreement in place prior to marrying for the second time.
Parts of this story first appeared in the New York Post and were republished with permission.