If you want to own a piece of Hollywood history, you can purchase the newly listed house in Simi Valley, California featured in the classic 1982 horror film Poltergeist for $1.175 million. The original owners have kept the place since it was built in 1979, marking the first time in 45 years that the movie star dwelling is on the market, reports the New York Post.
The exterior of the four-bedroom, three-bathroom residence boasts a tan stucco exterior with Tudor-style half timbering. Inside, the house is in need of updates, but fans will appreciate that it still resembles its on-screen appearance. The kitchen retains the same layout and tiled countertops as seen in the iconic movie directed by Tobe Hooper and produced by Steven Spielberg.
The listing of the approximately 2,400-square-foot home mentions its famous history but assures buyers that it’s not haunted. The property has good bones and features vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, and a wood-burning fireplace in the family room, with access to the backyard. The primary suite upstairs includes a walk-in closet and another vaulted ceiling.
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The outdoor space includes a covered patio, red brick walkways, a fire pit, and grand hedge-lined steps leading to an elevated garden area overlooking the swimming pool and spa. There’s potential to add a poolhouse or other ADU as well. Overall, owning the Poltergeist house is a unique opportunity, just be careful not to leave the TV on at night.
