Since it’s that spook-tacular time of year, humor us and close your eyes. Then think of a classic haunted house. We’ll wait.

Nine out of 10 times, we bet you’ve envisioned a decrepit old Victorian.

Why? Because Victorians are so frequently associated with the stuff of nightmares. Hollywood certainly leans into that idea—think of the scary setting of Ryan Murphy‘s “Murder House” in the inaugural season of “American Horror Story.” Or the house where Norman Bates (and his mother) lived in the terrifying Alfred Hitchcock–directed movie “Psycho.” And who could forget the creepy and kooky “Addams Family” manse or Disney’s Haunted Mansion?

You get the idea.

But not all Victorians look like they’d be inhabited by otherworldly apparitions. Some are downright inviting!

In fact, we’ve found five fanciful examples of Victorians on the market, rounded up from all over the country.

And here’s a surprising fact that might make you jump, but in a good way: All are listed at reasonable prices that are not even remotely scary—under $500,000.

Many feature those imposing mansard roofs, gables, ornate pillars, and turrets. Are they spooky or splendid? You be the judge.

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Original features like fireplaces, flooring, woodwork, and two staircases have been restored. And the four bedrooms, two baths, and kitchen have all been updated.

In total, the property spans 3,073 square feet, which doesn’t include the remarkable, wraparound covered porch.

Located in the town of Wooster, with a classic downtown, it’s located about a half-hour from both Canton and Akron, and less than an hour from Cleveland.

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305 2nd St NW, Faribault, MN

Price: $499,900

Historically happy haunt: We saved what may be the best for last. Known as the Historic Hutchinson House, this kaleidoscopic Victorian, constructed in 1892, lights up the neighborhood.

With six bedrooms and eight baths within 7,098 square feet of space, it’s a licensed B&B. The permits come with it, as do the lovingly restored woodwork, inlaid hardwood floors, pocket doors, and stained-glass windows.

But it could also easily be converted to a large family home, with several generations delighting in its many intriguing nooks and crannies, jaw-dropping millwork, multiple fireplaces, and an abundance of windows, which allow plenty of light to flow into its large rooms. That’s extremely rare in most Victorians.

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