Matt Rife's reported expenditure on purchasing 'The Conjuring' house and its collectible Annabelle doll.
Matt Rife and Elton Castee Acquire Ed and Lorraine Warren's Haunted Home and Museum
Matt Rife, a well-known enthusiast of the paranormal, and YouTube creator Elton Castee have made a thrilling acquisition. They have purchased the home and Occult Museum of the late paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren in Monroe, Connecticut. The property, famous for its appearance in the horror franchise, The Conjuring, includes the infamous Annabelle doll.
The exact purchase price has not been publicly confirmed, but various reports suggest the Connecticut house's cost is between $550,000 and $680,000, excluding the Warren family's left-behind artifacts. This haunted house and museum were previously owned by Ed Warren, who passed away in 2006, and his wife, Lorraine Warren, who passed away in 2019.
The horror franchise features a fictionalized version of the Warren family and Annabelle. In reality, Rife is now the legal guardian of the haunted collection, including Annabelle, for at least the next 5 years. It's important to note that Rife did not buy the Annabelle doll separately; it was included with the purchase of the entire property and collection.
Rife announced his purchase on social media on August 1, 2025, expressing his excitement about his plans to open the house for overnight stays and museum tours. This acquisition comes after a tragic event involving another paranormal researcher, Dan Rivera, who died in July 2025 while in possession of the demonic Annabelle doll.
Rife's fascination with the paranormal is well-known, making this acquisition a perfect fit for his interests. He looks forward to exploring and investigating the haunted house and its collection further, continuing the legacy of the Warrens and their investigations into the unknown.
[1] Zillow.com - https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/30-Knollwood-St-Monroe-CT-06468/11723988_zpid/
[2] Redfin.com - https://www.redfin.com/CT/Monroe/30-Knollwood-St-6468/home/102726896
[3] Realtor.com - https://www.realtor.com/realestate/30-Knollwood-St-Monroe-CT-06468_Listing_1026787769
[1] News outlets have picked up the story, speculating about Matt Rife and Elton Castee's plans for the iconic haunted house in Monroe, Connecticut, once owned by paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren.
[2] With a rich history in entertainment, the haunted property is now under Rife's control, sparking curiosity about potential collaborations between the paranormal enthusiast and celebrities in movies-and-tv, especially with the anniversary of The Conjuring franchise approaching.
[3] Not only is this an intriguing business opportunity for Rife and Castee, but it also adds another layer to pop-culture conversations, as the real-life acquisition of the haunted home stirs interest in both history and the paranormal.
[4] Amidst the excitement about the purchase, the sudden death of another paranormal researcher, Dan Rivera, raises questions about the danger that comes with such collectibles, particularly the infamous Annabelle doll, leading many to scrutinize Rife's decision and his ability to ensure public safety.
