Would You Live in a Haunted House if the Price Was Right?

Buying a home shouldn’t feel like a horror movie, but for many Canadians, it does. With high prices, low inventory, and rising repair costs, today’s housing market can be downright frightening.

So scary, in fact, that ghosts barely make the list of dealbreakers.

According to a new Real Estate Witch survey, 52% of homebuyers say they’d live in a haunted house if the price was right. That’s right: over half of buyers are willing to bunk with a ghost or two for a good discount.

But while spirits are fine, anything that smells like expensive repairs. That’s where most draw the line. Funky odours, foundation issues, or mysterious wall stains are scarier than any haunting.

Ghosts Aren’t the Problem, Repairs Are

The report found that only 6% of Canadians say ghosts are the scariest part of homeownership. The rest are haunted by real problems:

• 70% fear mold
• 65% dread termites
• 63% worry about asbestos
• 62% lose sleep over foundation issues
• 58% are terrified of leaky roofs

So, while a haunted house might make for great storytelling, it’s the potential repair bills that truly make buyers run for the hills.

Haunted Homes Have Their Fans

Believe it or not, 1 in 5 Americans say they’ve lived in a haunted home, and many would do it again. About 25% even knew their home was haunted before they moved in!

Of those ghost-friendly buyers:

• 32% would cleanse the home
• 30% would coexist with the spirits
• 16% would call for an exorcism
• 14% would try to communicate
• And 12% would even make their ghostly guests feel welcome

Whether you believe in the paranormal or not, one thing’s clear: buyers today are more open-minded (and maybe more desperate) than ever.

Haunted Houses Still Face Selling Challenges

Here’s the catch: while more than half of buyers say they’d buy a haunted home, 63% of people who’ve lived in one admit they’re harder to sell.

Most haunted homeowners also wouldn’t disclose the spooky details unless they legally had to. It’s no surprise as nearly half of buyers still refuse to purchase a haunted home at all.

And those who would? 68% expect a discount.

So, while you might find someone willing to share space with a friendly ghost, don’t expect them to pay top dollar.

The Real Horror Story: Home Repairs

At the end of the day, today’s buyers have lived through pandemics, rate hikes, and price spikes. Ghosts? Easy. Mold, termites, or a cracked foundation? Terrifying.

If you’re selling, focus on the real dealbreakers: repairs, cleanliness, and curb appeal. Address those, and your home will stand out, haunted or not.

Final Thoughts

A haunted house might not top anyone’s dream home list, but in 2025’s real estate market, buyers have learned to fear financial ghosts more than supernatural ones.

So, what about you? Would you live in a haunted house if the price was right?

Share this article with your friends and see who’s brave enough to say “yes”… or who’s running for the (holy) water!

Windsor Bakery Expands with City Support for Downtown Revival

Windsor’s downtown core is getting another boost as a local favourite, Yasmeen Bakery, prepares to transform a vacant building into a new landmark destination.

Earlier this week, Windsor City Council approved a grant request from the bakery through the Downtown Windsor Community Improvement Plan (CIP). The funding includes money and tax breaks to support facade improvements at the former Hi Neighbour Floor Covering building, located at the corner of Wyandotte Street East and McDougall Street.

Under the program, the facade improvement grant covers 50 percent of eligible costs, up to a maximum of $30,000.

Yasmeen Bakery has been a staple in Windsor for more than 25 years, operating out of its long-time location at 1448 Wyandotte Street East. Owner Ali Seblini shared that the business has simply outgrown the space and is ready to expand. His goal is to turn the new location into a true landmark in downtown Windsor; a place that not only serves great food but also represents growth and community pride.

This kind of reinvestment is exactly what fuels downtown revitalization. When local businesses commit to expanding and improving existing spaces, it creates momentum for new investment, attracts more foot traffic, and strengthens property values across the area.

It’s encouraging to see local entrepreneurs like Yasmeen Bakery leading the way. Every successful project like this brings us one step closer to a more vibrant, connected, and prosperous Windsor.

If you love seeing our city grow, share this story with your network. Let’s spread the word about the amazing local businesses investing in Windsor’s future.