Inside Calista Hill’s 175-year-old apartment with creaking floors
Calista Hill recently became the only resident of a beautifully restored eight-unit brownstone, moving in just before others purchased their units. While some social media commentary hinted at ghostly presences, Hill attributed the unexplained sounds to the vintage architecture. Open house viewings are in progress, and soon, new neighbors will join her in this historic building.
When 24-year-old television producer Calista Hill unlocked the front door to her newly restored 175-year-old apartment, she anticipated weeks of rearranging boxes and furniture assembly. However, she discovered that she was the sole tenant in an otherwise empty eight-unit historic property.
Hill recounted her unique experience with PEOPLE, explaining how a chance encounter with a property investor led to her exclusive rental opportunity. She had been planning to share her apartment with a roommate when they met the investor at an open house where the building's eight units were being marketed to prospective buyers. The investor approached Hill and her flatmate about renting the unit, which they accepted since they were both renters and did not own the building.
The property, previously owned by a single individual who passed away several years ago, underwent a comprehensive restoration project to divide it into eight condominium units. Hill noted that their flat served as a live-in trial for the building's infrastructure, helping identify any necessary adjustments before more residents moved in.
Despite the building's eerie reputation, Hill dismissed any paranormal speculation and attributed the occasional creaks and noises to settling timber and historic architecture. She expressed her appreciation for the original woodwork, ornate tile work, and molding that were preserved during the restoration, which she found incredibly appealing.
As prospective buyers toured the vacant flats daily, Hill anticipated the building's return to normalcy, with more residents moving in within the next couple of months. She continued to enjoy the quiet halls and architectural beauty, finding solace in the rare opportunity to experience a piece of 19th-century luxury in complete isolation.
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