Famous because of
A Nightmare on Elm Street
1984
A Nightmare on Elm Street House
1428 N Genesee Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
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A Nightmare on Elm Street
Why you'll love it
The real Los Angeles house forever associated with Nancy Thompson's home in A Nightmare on Elm Street. Its modest residential exterior has become a pilgrimage stop for horror fans because of the film's enduring place in the slasher canon.
Trivia
The movie's fictional address, 1428 Elm Street, closely matches the real house number on Genesee Avenue, helping cement the location in horror folklore.
Visiting tips
Private residence. Photograph from the sidewalk only and avoid nighttime visits or intrusive behavior.
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