News Summary
The infamous Conjuring House in Burrillville, Rhode Island, is set for a foreclosure auction on Halloween, October 31. Owned by Jacqueline Nuñez, the property has attracted controversy over management issues and a denied business license for tours. The auction, organized by JJ Manning Auctioneers, is expected to draw varied bidders, including builders and paranormal enthusiasts. The house gained fame from the 2013 film ‘The Conjuring,’ which details the haunting experiences of the Perron family.
Burrillville, Rhode Island is set to witness a remarkable event this Halloween, October 31, as the infamous Conjuring House heads to a foreclosure auction at 11 a.m. The 3,000-square-foot property, located at 1677 Round Top Road, gained notoriety through the 2013 film “The Conjuring,” which chronicled the hauntings experienced by the Perron family over 50 years ago.
The house, which is situated on 8.5 acres, has been a focal point of supernatural lore since the 1970s, when paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren sought to help the Perrons rid their home of malevolent spirits. In recent years, however, the future of the property has become uncertain due to several controversies surrounding its current owner, Jacqueline Nuñez.
The town council of Burrillville declined to renew Nuñez’s business license for conducting tours and overnight stays at the Conjuring House, a decision influenced by irregularities in her management practices and a series of legal issues. In December 2024, police cited Nuñez regarding operational violations, contributing to a tense atmosphere surrounding the property.
The scheduled auction, organized by JJ Manning Auctioneers from Yarmouth, Massachusetts, requires interested bidders to provide a $25,000 down payment, which can be made in cash, through a certified check, or a bank check. Justin Manning, president of the auction house, expects the event to attract a diverse group of potential buyers, including builders, historic preservationists, and paranormal enthusiasts.
The Conjuring House was purchased by Nuñez in May 2022 for $1.5 million, with the intention of transforming it into a tourist attraction. However, financial mismanagement concerns exacerbated by employee complaints ultimately led to the loss of the business license, preventing the continuation of tours, which had been popular among visitors. The annual tax bill for the property stands at $7,115.01, and the 2026 fiscal year’s first-quarter taxes are overdue as of August 7.
About the haunting legacy, the property, also referred to as the Old Arnold estate, has been in the Arnold family since 1736. The narrative of its haunted past has drawn crowds and sparked significant interest worldwide, influencing the “Conjuring” film series, which is based on true events and features the Warrens as central figures dealing with different cases of paranormal disturbances.
As the auction approaches, public interest remains high, with notable figures like comedian Matt Rife, who has previously expressed a desire to purchase the Conjuring House, reportedly considering attendance. Rife and YouTuber Elton Castee made headlines by acquiring the home of Ed and Lorraine Warren in Connecticut, known for its collection of paranormal artifacts.
The auction on Halloween not only represents a crucial legal step for Nuñez, who faces a DUI charge dating back to October 2024, but also the potential for a new chapter for the Conjuring House. The public will access the site, albeit temporarily, as it transitions ownership amidst varied opinions about its eerie reputation.
For those fascinated by the supernatural, the Conjuring House remains a site filled with compelling narratives, blending history, legend, and experiences of previous visitors, ranging from eerie sensations to moments of normalcy, contributing to its intriguing allure.
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