GHOST ATLAS LOCATION

The Octagon House

Washington, DC, United States

1799 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC 20006

Haunting Rating★★★★★✓ Verified entry

THE STORY

Reported Haunting

The Octagon House is one of Washington, D.C.'s most famous haunted residences, with legends involving several spirits from its long history. Visitors and staff have reported apparitions, unexplained footsteps, doors opening by themselves, and mysterious sounds throughout the historic mansion.

Historic mansion associated with apparitions, footsteps, bells, and long-running ghost stories.

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