Real estate prices in this city are scary enough, but if you’ve ever gone deep into the depths of StreetEasy in search of a great deal, chances are you’ve seen some even creepier stuff. In a market as competitive as New York, staging is everything, yet grainy photos of poorly lit, shabbily upholstered rooms reminiscent of horror movie sets abound. In honor of Halloween, here are some of our favorite eerie listings on StreetEasy.
Shrink-Wrapped Staten Island Scary
“Beautiful one family detached colonial home just waiting for you to come and enjoy the luxury.” — Listing description
Just …
… waiting
… for you.
“Walk up to the large front porch, and into the glamorous hallway…” — Listing description
The listing page only features photos of the ground floor, which makes you wonder — what’s lurking upstairs? My money’s on an evil twin in a padlocked room. Or maybe Norman Bates in his mother’s clothes.
Macabre Mill Basin Manor
Welcome, buyers. We’ve been waiting for you.
A living room fit for palm readings, tarot cards and Ouija boards.
Sinister Staircase in Fieldston
If you follow the shadows and red carpeting up these stairs, you might find the source of that mysterious children’s laughter ringing through this empty home …
Eerie Entryway in Grymes Hill
This shot has some serious cinematographic horror movie flair — perhaps the poltergeist antagonist’s point of view?
Brooklyn Abode’s Spooky Parlor
Is it just me, or are the eyes in that painting following your every move?
Greenwich Village Basement of Horror
If the Saw franchise decides to make a seventh installment, we know just the place to shoot it.
Bronx Backyard’s Abandoned Carousel
Powered by paranormal energy. Specifically, little girl ghost laughter.
Dining Rooms Perfect for a Seance
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