Do you ever watch a scary movie about a haunted house and wonder if you could live there? Could you deal with the sound of phantom footsteps and slamming doors in the middle of the night? Could you handle staring into the eyes of a ghostly apparition or having to dodge objects flying off the shelves?
Watching it happen on the screen is one thing. Experiencing it in real life is another.
There are several reasons someone may end up living in a haunted house. Perhaps they live near a cemetery, have inherited the home or purchased the property without knowing its history. Or maybe they bought the home specifically because it was haunted.
If that last reason resonates with you, you’re not alone. Among this list of haunted houses for sale in recent years are many that have sold. But don’t let that discourage you. If you’re the type of person who wants to experience a real-life haunting, this list can help you know what to look for in your search. There may also still be some homes from this list that are still on the market. And, who knows, maybe they’ll be up for sale again soon if the new owners experience something spooky.
If you’re serious about moving into one of these homes, do your research before you buy so you can decide if you’re comfortable with the property, its history and the type of haunting you may encounter. We’ve started some of the research for you.
3. Los Feliz Murder House
Residential area of Los Feliz.
On December 6, 1959, cardiologist Harold Perelson murdered his wife with a hammer, then killed himself in their beautiful Spanish Revival home in Los Feliz, California.
After the infamous murder-suicide, the home was sold but never lived in. In fact, the interior wasn’t cleaned out for years following the incident, preserving that night in time and adding to the home’s creepy aesthetic.
Trespassers have reported finding old magazines and books, canned food and cleaning supplies. Rumor has it that unwrapped presents were found sitting under a Christmas tree left standing in one of the rooms.
Today, the house is stripped completely to its studs – a perfect starting point for anyone looking to remodel the home’s five bedrooms, four bathrooms and third-floor ballroom. Even better, the listing states that the property will come with “exquisite plans designed by world-renowned architect, Richard Landry, that have been submitted to the city.”
The Los Feliz Murder House is for sale if you’re ready to take on a project that can result in a gorgeous living space.
