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A grand mid-1800s Victorian home with a large willow tree and ornate front facade in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
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Your Very Own Mini Addams House for $149,900

In Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, a mid-1800s Victorian with 5 beds, 3 baths, over 4,500 square feet, dual staircases, custom stained glass, and a large weeping willow out front is asking $149,900. Reddit has tagged it "probably haunted." The last listing photo appears to be of the cellar. Reddit has questions about that too.

A Diamond in the Rough — Emphasis on the Rough

The bones here are undeniably compelling. Beautiful hardwood floors, dual staircases, custom stained glass, original woodwork, and unique room finishes throughout — all the hallmarks of a Victorian-era home built when craftsmanship was the point. The property sits on over half an acre in the city, includes a large detached garage, and has two newer natural gas furnaces, an updated electrical panel, and a new kitchen already in place. There is, however, a reason this one is priced where it is. The listing is upfront: this is a fixer-upper, will not pass most financing types, and requires a proof-of-funds letter before any showing. The remaining square footage — and there is more of it — awaits finishing. Reddit appreciated the willow tree and the front facade. The rest of the property, they are taking on faith.

About That Last Photo

Reddit's engagement with this listing took a predictable turn once the final listing photo surfaced — what appears to be the cellar, dimly lit and full of atmosphere. One commenter expressed sincere hope it was not one of the bedrooms. Another suggested it was simply where the previous owners kept their "special guests." The Addams House comparison was immediate and unanimous. For the right buyer — someone with vision, a tolerance for the Gothic, and access to cash or rehab financing — this is a genuinely rare opportunity to restore a one-of-a-kind Wisconsin Victorian to its former glory. For everyone else, the willow tree is lovely and the cellar photos are free.

The Internet Has Thoughts

Naturally, this listing caught the attention of Reddit's r/zillowgonewild community. See what people are saying about it here.

A probably-haunted mid-1800s Victorian with a weeping willow, dual staircases, and a cellar full of mystery — this one is not for the faint of heart. View the full listing here.

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