For Halloween lovers, these are the best places to live
Salem Massachusetts is best known for the Witch Trials of 1692. Every October, thousands of visitors descend on the city for the month long "Haunted Happenings" as it transforms into Halloween Central. (Getty Images)
Halloween is one of the most popular times of the year for people to celebrate their love of spookiness. If you have a desire to live spooky year round, there are several places in the U.S. where you can live and do just that, according to Zillow.
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Zillow identified 13 towns where residents can "embrace spooky seasonal traditions all year around in welcoming communities with rich histories and plenty of charm."
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For their list, Zillow included the typical home values and monthly rental.
1. Salem, Massachusetts
Typical home value: $607,354 | Typical monthly rent: $2,655
The coastal City of Salem, north of Boston, is best known for the Witch Trials of 1692. Every October, thousands of visitors descend on the city for the month long "Haunted Happenings" as it transforms into Halloween Central.
2. Sleepy Hollow, New York
Typical home value: $975,045 | Typical monthly rent: $4,215
The village of Sleepy Hollow in the Hudson Valley is best known as the setting of Washington Irving’s "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" and the Headless Horseman. The area features scenic trails, historic homes and Halloween celebrations with lantern-lit cemetery tours
3. Anoka, Minnesota
Typical home value: $325,314 | Typical monthly rent: N/A
The city of Anoka is called the "Halloween Capital of the World," having hosted parades and festivities since 1920. Anoka is also known for being a family-friendly town with affordable homes and a warm Midwestern welcome.
4. New Orleans, Louisiana
Typical home value: $238,620 | Typical monthly rent: $1,623
The Big Easy is also known as "America's Most Haunted City," with ghostly legends around every corner. Residents enjoy colorful architecture, world-class food and a lively cultural scene and each year Mardi Gras brings thousands to the city, but the Halloween spirit of celebration lasts all year.
5. St. Helens, Oregon
Typical home value: $426,176 | Typical monthly rent: $1,895
St. Helens sits north of Portland with a great view of Mount Saint Helens. It became famous for its starring role in Disney's Halloweentown and boasts a month long "Spirit of Halloweentown" festival. The rest of the year, residents enjoy the scenic setting and small-town living.
6. Independence, Kansas
Typical home value: $110,198 | Typical monthly rent: N/A
The annual Neewollah festival (Halloween spelled backwards) began in Independence in 1919. The festival turns Halloween into a week long celebration, showcasing the community's welcoming spirit.
7. Estes Park, Colorado
Typical home value: $683,187 | Typical monthly rent: $2,349
The Stanley Hotel served as the inspiration of the 1980 horror film The Shining. The town is the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, offering stunning natural beauty with an abundance of hiking, wildlife and mountain living.
8. Savannah, Georgia
Typical home value: $327,947 | Typical monthly rent: $1,802
Savannah is known as "America's Most Ghostly City," and with its cobblestone streets, centuries-old squares and oak trees draped in Spanish moss provide an atmospheric backdrop for daily life. Savannah is also renowned for its walkability, art and Southern hospitality.
9. Orlando, Florida
Typical home value: $374,018 | Typical monthly rent: $1,932
While Orlando is home to Disney World, Universal Orlando, and Sea World, residents also enjoy vibrant neighborhoods, sunny weather and year-round activities. Halloween lovers can choose between family-friendly magic and scream-inducing thrills, all just a short drive away.
10. Denton, Texas
Typical home value: $352,464 | Typical monthly rent: $1,550
Denton is the "Halloween Capital of Texas," and each October celebrates Halloween with coffin races, haunted mazes and live music. Beyond the festivities, Denton has a thriving arts scene, affordable homes and a welcoming community vibe.
11. Rutland, Vermont
Typical home value: $278,983 | Typical monthly rent: $1,475
Rutland hosts one of the nation’s oldest Halloween parades, filling downtown with creativity and community pride. Its mountain scenery, arts scene and friendly small-town vibe make Rutland a beautiful and spirited place to call home.
12. Bucoda, Washington
Typical home value: $314,934 | Typical monthly rent: N/A
The Bucoda community calls itself the "World's Tiniest Town with the Biggest Halloween Spirit". Bucoda's "Boo-Coda Spook-Tacular" features a hearse procession and ghost-hunting classes. It’s a close-knit, enthusiastic community that embraces the creative spirit all year long.
13. Laconia, New Hampshire
Typical home value: $427,529 | Typical monthly rent: $1,977
Laconia offers classic New England living with colorful autumns, cozy winters and community-driven events. The annual Laconia Pumpkin Festival features pumpkins, live music, food vendors, kids' activities, and lots of family fun, making it a perfect place for anyone who loves the season's traditions.
The Source: Information for this story was provided by Zillow. This story was reported from Orlando.