Rumors fly as Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are spotted house-hunting separately in LA

Just days after Jennifer Lopez was spotted house-hunting in Los Angeles, word on the street is that Ben Affleckis also on the lookout for a new pad. Page Six reports that the “Argo” star is eyeing new digs in the City of Angels.

Affleck, 51, was recently seen cruising around the upscale Brentwood neighborhood in his sleek sports car. TMZ reports he left a house where he’s been staying overnight, sparking real estate buzz. Notably, Affleck was flaunting his wedding ring, dangling his left hand out the window as he drove.

The “Gone Girl” actor has reportedly been shacking up in Brentwood for about a week now. Interestingly, his ex-wife, Jennifer Garner, resides nearby, adding another layer of intrigue to the situation.

Meanwhile, J.Lo, 54, was also seen checking out a property in LA earlier this week. However, insiders insist she’s just scouting for an investment opportunity. This comes amidst swirling rumors that Bennifer-who tied the knot in a whirlwind Vegas ceremony in July 2022 before celebrating with a grand wedding in Georgia-might be hitting a rough patch.

Rumors heat up: Solo Met Gala, therapy, and a frosty reunion

Speculation kicked into high gear when Lopez attended the 2024 Met Gala solo. A source told TMZ that Affleck was busy filming “The Accountant 2” and couldn’t make it to fashion’s biggest night. But whispers of marital issues have been circulating, with an insider telling Us Weekly that the couple has been facing challenges as Lopez ramps up her work commitments and preps for her tour.

InTouch reports that the pair is in therapy, working through their issues. On Thursday night, Lopez and Affleck were spotted together publicly for the first time in over a month, attending a school production for one of Affleck’s kids. However, their interaction was described as “frosty,” with no hugs or kisses, according to a source who spoke to the Daily Mail.

Last year, Bennifer made headlines when they purchased a sprawling $60 million mansion in Beverly Hills after two years of house-hunting. This 38,000-square-foot estate boasts 12 bedrooms, 24 bathrooms, a full basketball court, a zero-edge pool, a guest penthouse, a caretaker’s house, a 12-car garage, and space for 80 vehicles. Lopez even gave her millions of Instagram followers a sneak peek inside their luxurious abode before the 2024 Golden Globes.

The couple was also seen checking out properties in NYC last month. While neither star nor their reps have commented on their relationship status, Lopez recently liked a cryptic Instagram post about unhealthy relationship qualities, which has only fueled the rumor mill.