5 Iconic ‘A Nightmare On Elm Street’ L.A. Filming Locations You Can Visit For The Ultimate Halloween Field Trip – From Nancy’s House To John Marshall High

As **Halloween** season unfolds, it is undeniably the perfect time to rewatch our favorite slasher films . And while horror movie screenings are happening all over the city, what’s better than immersing yourself in the real-life L.A. filming locations of a cult classic like ***A Nightmare on Elm Street*? Four decades have passed since Freddy Krueger first haunted America’s dreams, cementing his place as an undisputed pop culture icon. And although Wes Craven’s horror masterpiece is set in suburban Springfield, Ohio, the movie was actually filmed right here in Los Angeles. Here are a few of the *A Nightmare on Elm Street* L.A. filming locations you can visit (for free!) 1. Nancy’s House ---------------- The most iconic location, and Freddy Krueger’s main hunting ground. In fact, the exterior of Nancy Thompson’s house is one of the most recognizable movie homes in the world. After being sold in 2022 for $2.9 million, it still remains a popular destination for horror fans, making it one of L.A.’s most visited movie pilgrimage sites, even though it is a private residence. 📍 Location: 1428 North Genesee Avenue, West Hollywood. 2. Glen’s House --------------- Right across the street from Nancy’s house, Johnny Depp (in his film debut) meets his infamous fate in the movie’s bed scene. Because of their proximity, fans often visit both houses together to experience the full Elm Street effect. 📍 Location: 1419 North Genesee Avenue, West Hollywood. 3. John Marshall High School ---------------------------- Used for the exterior school scenes in the movie, you’ll recognize it from Nancy’s daydreams and hallway nightmares. The school boasts an array of famous alumni, including Leonardo DiCaprio, and has served as a filming location for many other productions, from *Grease* to *Pretty in Pink* and *Buffy the Vampire Slayer*. 📍 Location: 3939 Tracy Street, Los Feliz. 4. Cahuenga Branch Library -------------------------- The building served as the exterior of the Springwood Police Department**, where Nancy’s father works and Rod is held. Its vintage architecture and historical feel make it one of the notable *A Nightmare on Elm Stree*t filming locations in L.A. In fact, the Cahuenga Branch earned designation as a Historic-Cultural Monument in 1986 and still functions today as a public library. 📍Location: 4591 Santa Monica Blvd, East Hollywood. 5. Evergreen Cemetery --------------------- The cemetery where Rod’s funeral takes place. All of the film’s scenes occur near the Ivy Chapel, which appears behind Nancy when she sits on the steps. In fact, it is one of L.A.’s oldest **cemeteries** and, as a result, has become a popular filming location for Halloween-themed horror movies as well as classic noir films. 📍Location: 204 N. Evergreen Avenue, Boyle Heights. Source: https://secretlosangeles.com/a-nightmare-on-elm-street-la-filming-locations/