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6 Eerie Homes You Can Own from the 1800s, If You Dare

Marissa Khairam by Marissa Khairam
October 30, 2026
in Just for Fun, Knockout Listings, New York, ohio, Pennsylvania, Unique Real Estate, United States, US
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2475 Richmond Road – Staten Island, NY

Listing courtesy of Emerald Elite Realty
Listing courtesy of Emerald Elite Realty
Listing courtesy of Emerald Elite Realty

Property Details:

  • Detached
  • 9 beds, 2 baths, 0 parking
  • Walking score 83/Transit score 67

The Gustave Mayer House, an enchanting Italianate mansion, whispers the secrets of the 1800s through its grand architecture and original details. With a breathtaking Double Parlor and dreamy upper floors adorned with stunning murals, this historic home invites you to explore its rich past while featuring an inviting full-width porch and a gracefully eerie belvedere. As restoration is in progress, it beckons you to imagine the next chapter of its story, where the presence of Gustave Mayer and his confectionery innovations fills the halls with a sweet yet unsettling aura.

View the listing and price here.

618 Quaker Hill Road – Pawling, NY

Listing courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate 631-581-8855
Listing courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate 631-581-8855
Listing courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate 631-581-8855

Property Details:

  • Detached
  • 17 beds, 9 baths, 0 parking
  • Walking score 5/Transit score N/A

Set on a captivating 25.5-acre equestrian estate, this 43-room Elizabethan-style manor house looms with an air of mystery atop Quaker Hill. With 17 bedrooms, nine baths, and ten flickering fireplaces, the mansion is rich with exquisite details, from hand-carved pilasters to whimsical newel posts featuring hand-carved animals. As you explore its vast halls, the enchanting hand-painted storybook murals in the second-floor wing seem to come alive, beckoning you to uncover the timeless—and perhaps haunted—tales hidden within this grand estate.

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5501 Elgin Street – Highland Park, PA

Listing courtesy of PIATT SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 412-471-4900
Listing courtesy of PIATT SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 412-471-4900
Listing courtesy of PIATT SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 412-471-4900

Property Details:

  • Detached
  • 8 beds, 4 baths, 6 parking
  • Walking score 54/Transit score 45

Step into the enchanting Baywood Mansion, where history and mystery intertwine in the heart of Highland Park, Pittsburgh. This captivating residence sprawls across 9,286 sqft on a lush 1.8-acre estate, echoing the whispers of its storied past as the former home of the Alexander King Estate and the Pittsburgh Art Museum. Meticulously restored to preserve its elegance, the mansion invites you to explore exquisitely detailed rooms that feel like a living museum, all while surrounded by 6 acres of scenic parkland where shadows of history linger and artistry thrives.

View the listing and price here.

73 Elm Street – Otsego, NY

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Timberland Properties 607-865-7000
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Timberland Properties 607-865-7000
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Timberland Properties 607-865-7000

Property Details:

  • Detached
  • 5 beds, 2 baths, 0 parking
  • Walking score 65/Transit score N/A

Eerily available for the first time in a generation, the Cooperstown Landmark has undergone a hauntingly beautiful restoration over 30 years. This Victorian treasure features original oak, chestnut, and walnut woodwork that seems to whisper stories of those who once roamed its halls, while antique gas fixtures—now electric—cast flickering shadows from the exquisite crystal gasolier in the dining room. With a meticulously restored exterior and a two-story carriage house holding an art studio and woodworking shop, this extraordinary residence invites those drawn to history to uncover the secrets hidden within its walls.

View the listing and price here.

1428 N 7th Street – Burlington, IA

Listing courtesy of Century 21/Property Profession 319-753-6000
Listing courtesy of Century 21/Property Profession 319-753-6000
Listing courtesy of Century 21/Property Profession 319-753-6000

Property Details:

  • Detached
  • 6 beds, 4 baths, 2 parking
  • Walking score 38/Transit score 14

Beyond the unassuming exterior of this Victorian home lies an enchanting world filled with secrets. Inside, over 6,300 square feet of luxurious living space reveals original hardwood floors and stained glass windows, while a realistic bear rug lies across the living room floor, adding a touch of the wild. Each generously sized bedroom serves as a private retreat but beware: delicate dolls seem to appear uninvited, watching with porcelain eyes. Multiple balconies overlooking the river beckon you to enjoy your morning coffee as you ponder the whispers of history of those who once walked these very floors.

View the listing and price here.

54 & 55 Douglas Street – Little Falls-city, NY

Listing courtesy of River Hills Properties LLC Barn 315-896-1009
Listing courtesy of River Hills Properties LLC Barn 315-896-1009
Listing courtesy of River Hills Properties LLC Barn 315-896-1009
  • Detached
  • 9 beds, 5 baths, 0 parking
  • Walking score 67/Transit score N/A

Welcome to An American Castle, a Romanesque masterpiece cloaked in mystery, crafted between 1884 and 1889. Nestled on a secluded 15-acre mountainside, this home offers breathtaking views of the Historic Mohawk Valley, while its shadowy halls hold whispers of the past. With ornate millwork, stunning Tiffany stained glass, and a grand elegance that feels suspended in time, this enchanting estate beckons you to explore its secrets and embrace the allure of its storied history.

View the listing and price here.

From grand staircases to intricate details, these historic homes show how timeless beauty and a touch of mystery can coexist in perfect balance. Their stories, etched in the walls and hidden in the architecture, invite you to wonder what secrets they might still be holding onto.

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Marissa Khairam

Marissa Khairam is a Content Marketing Assistant at Zoocasa, where she blends her love of digital storytelling with her passion for real estate. With a background in content creation and human services, Marissa thrives in collaborative spaces where creativity meets impact. As an emerging professional, she is passionate about making real estate accessible to readers at every stage of their journey.

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