The notorious Rhode Island farmhouse that served as the terrifying inspiration for James Wan's blockbuster horror franchise, The Conjuring, has found a new owner after going under the hammer at a highly publicised auction.
The sale was finalised on Tuesday, 24th October, placing the infamous 18th-century property into new hands for an undisclosed sum, mere days before Halloween. The previous owners, Cory and Jennifer Heinzen, who had purchased the home in 2019, had transformed it into a lucrative—if chilling—tourist attraction for ghost hunters and horror aficionados.
A Legacy of Terror
The farmhouse in Harrisville, Rhode Island, earned its grim reputation in the 1970s following the alleged harrowing experiences of the Perron family. Their claims of intense paranormal activity attracted famed paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, whose case files later became the basis for the 2013 hit film The Conjuring and its subsequent sequels.
Under the Heinzens' ownership, the 8.5-acre estate became a dedicated museum and overnight rental, offering brave guests the chance to experience its feared phenomena firsthand. The couple reported numerous unexplained events during their tenure, from disembodied voices to objects moving on their own, solidifying the property's status as a global epicentre for paranormal activity.
A Fitting Halloween Transaction
The timing of the auction, just a week before All Hallows' Eve, added a layer of macabre spectacle to the proceedings. The sale was conducted by Boston-based Concierge Auctions, operating in cooperation with Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty.
While the final sale price remains confidential, the property's notoriety and successful business model as a horror destination undoubtedly commanded a significant premium. The identity of the new proprietor and their plans for the estate—whether to continue its operations as a haunted attraction or for a private, perhaps braver, residence—are not yet publicly known.
This transaction ensures that the legend of The Conjuring house, a cornerstone of modern horror culture, will continue to captivate and terrify a new generation.
