👻 Boo-tiful Bits:
➡️ A surprising 67% of potential homebuyers are open to buying a haunted house, as long as it’s affordable and in a prime location, according to a Zillow survey, 2023.
➡️ In fact, 30% of buyers say they’d be more inclined to make an offer on a home if they knew it was haunted.
➡️ And for the fearless among us, 20% of buyers claim that ghostly apparitions wouldn’t even sway their decision!
You might assume that haunted houses come with a bargain price tag, but the truth is far spookier. The allure of ghostly tales and paranormal activity often boosts the value of these eerie abodes, making them some of the priciest real estate in the market.
Here are America’s most expensive haunted houses, where chilling stories meet hefty price tags—because they won’t just haunt your dreams; they’ll haunt your wallet too!
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America’s 11 Most Expensive Haunted Houses!
1. The White House – Washington, D.C. – $350,100,800
The White House, one of America’s most iconic buildings, is notorious for its ghostly inhabitants. The spirit of Abraham Lincoln is frequently seen in the Lincoln Bedroom, while Dolly Madison is said to protect her beloved Rose Garden. Eerie sounds, cold spots, and ghostly apparitions have been reported by residents and visitors alike.
Despite these unsettling hauntings, the White House remains a symbol of power and history, currently valued at $350,100,800 on Zillow, making it the most expensive property on this list.
2. Belcourt Castle – Newport, RI: $29,900,000
The halls of Belcourt Castle echo with the chilling stories of the past, where Gothic architecture meets ghostly presences. Visitors have reported unsettling sights—shadowy figures, disembodied voices, and objects moving on their own.
The ballroom, in particular, is said to be a hotspot for paranormal activity, with cold spots and strange sensations afflicting those who dare enter.
Listed at $29.9 million as of 2021, this haunted estate offers a spine-tingling blend of luxury and lingering spirits, making it one of Newport’s most intriguing and costly mansions.
3. The LaLaurie Mansion – New Orleans, LA – $10,250,000
The LaLaurie Mansion in New Orleans, currently listed for $10.25 million in 2024 by energy trader Michael Whalen, is infamous for its dark history tied to Madame LaLaurie, known for her horrific treatment of enslaved people.
While many ghost stories center around the tortured slaves, the mansion’s unsettling legacy includes a brutal murder in 1894 when a tenant was found dead in his apartment, his belongings ransacked but no valuables taken.
The victim’s friend mentioned that he said there was a demon in the house that wanted his friend to meet his end.
4. Schweppe Mansion – Lake Forest, IL – $5,975,700
Once home to tragedy, the Schweppe Mansion carries the weight of sorrow and mystery. After the sudden death of Charles Schweppe in 1941, the estate remained abandoned for 40 years, its halls filled with silence and unsettling energy.
Visitors have reported eerie footsteps and shadowy figures roaming the 28-room mansion, as if the past refuses to let go.
This chilling history mirrors its financial journey. Once listed at $18 million in 2007, the price plummeted to $12 million in 2011, followed by another drop to $9,450,000 in 2015. Now, the mansion holds a current value of $5,975,700 (realtor.com)
5. John Sowden House – Los Angeles, CA – $5,425,003
The John Sowden House – infamous for its chilling connection to the Black Dahlia murder – is said to be haunted by dark, mysterious forces.
Visitors often report shadowy figures moving through its stark, angular halls and an oppressive atmosphere that unsettles even the bravest souls.
Built by architect Lloyd Wright, the house’s eerie reputation is matched by its fluctuating price. It sold for $6.16 million in 2022 and is now valued at $5,425,003, according to realtor.com
6. Architect’s Inn – Newport, RI – $3,298,200
The Architect’s Inn in Newport, Rhode Island, is steeped in ghostly tales. Owners Brian Handley and Nicholas Maione have encountered spirits during their 15 years there, including sightings of George C.
Mason returning home and a Victorian-dressed woman descending the stairs. Guests have reported the smell of cigarettes at odd hours, heard laughter echoing in the halls, and seen a mysterious lady sitting on the bed in the master suite.
Currently valued at $3,298,200—down from $4.5 million in 2021—the inn’s inviting charm is matched by its unsettling stories of past residents.
7. Lizzie Borden’s House – Fall River, MA – $2,000,000
Lizzie Borden’s House in Fall River, Massachusetts, is infamous for the brutal 1892 axe murders of her parents, believed to haunt the home to this day.
After its transformation into a museum and B&B in 1996, guests began reporting eerie occurrences, including flickering lights, self-opening doors, and ghostly laughter from children.
Visitors often claim to see spectral figures drifting through the rooms, enhancing the house’s chilling reputation. Currently valued at $2 million, it attracts both history enthusiasts and thrill-seekers keen to experience its dark past.
8. Charles Manson Murder House – Los Angeles, CA – $1,987,500
On the night of August 8, 1969, members of the Manson Family, under Charles Manson’s orders, invaded actress Sharon Tate’s home. Eight months pregnant, Tate was with friends Abigail Folger, Wojciech Frykowski, and Jay Sebring when they were brutally murdered alongside 18-year-old Steven Parent.
Tate’s last words reportedly pleaded for her unborn child’s life before she was fatally stabbed. The next morning, caretaker Will Garretson discovered the horrific scene, where the word “PIG” was scrawled in blood on the door.
The house sold for $1,875,000 in 2021, a 15% discount from the initial $2.2 million asking price. Currently, it is valued at $1,987,500 according to Realtor.com.
9. The Conjuring House – Burrillville, RI – $1,500,000
The Conjuring House, located in Burrillville, Rhode Island, is infamous for inspiring the 2013 film “The Conjuring.” While the actual house featured in the movie is different, this farmhouse is where the Perron family experienced nearly a decade of severe paranormal disturbances in the 1970s.
It was sold for $1.525 million, reflecting its eerie history and the attention it has garnered over the years.
10. Starrett House – Port Townsend, WA – $1,199,000
Starrett House, known as the “Grand Dame” of Port Townsend, is rich in ghostly lore, believed to be haunted by generations of the Starrett family. Guests have reported sightings of a red-haired woman, likely Ann Starrett, accompanied by a male apparition presumed to be her husband, George.
The most frequently encountered spirit is a woman in a black dress, thought to be the former nanny, who seems to watch over guests and tidy the inn.
Initially listed for $1.5 million in 2021, its estimated value has since dropped to around $1,199,000, according to Realtor.com.
11. Charming Forge Mansion – Womelsdorf, PA – $1,059,731
Charming Forge Mansion in Womelsdorf, Pennsylvania, is currently valued at $1,059,731, up from its 2018 listing of $825,000. The Sensenig family, who owned the mansion starting in 1976, reported numerous paranormal encounters, including phantom footsteps racing up the stairs and unexplained noises throughout the house.
The mansion is steeped in legend, notably the tale of the “Weeping Lady,” who mourns her lover, Stiegel, after he died tragically. Other reports include ghostly German prisoners from the American Revolution and Baron Stiegel’s spirit, believed to haunt the property.
Additionally, a curse may have been placed on the mansion by an Indian who warned against building on sacred ground, only to be killed by faulty ironmaking equipment shortly afterward on the site.
So, if you’ve stumbled upon a haunted haven that sends shivers down your spine, don’t let it ghost you!
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