that you knew were next to people you didn't really like? We have been house hunting for a while now. We love our neighborhood, with the exception of one neighbor. These people used to have loud parties at all hours of the night (admittedly it has bee a while), has gotten into several fights with the guy across the street (yes, physical ones), and have been the only disruption around the block. They are always nice to us when we see them, but I have witnessed their worst behavior too.
So, of course it's the house RIGHT next to them that we are going to look at. My husband is excited about it, it's in the neighborhood, the price is right, etc. We haven't been inside yet, but secretly I am hoping he hates it. These people currently live about five houses down, so they are far enough away that when they do party it up, it's not too bad. But I think living next to them might be unbearable. Should I remind my husband how awful it is to live next to noisy neighbors? What do you think? Would you let bad neighbors run you off from a good deal?
Let me clarify, right now, as in the house we rent now, they are five houses away. The house we are looking at IS RIGHT next them. This is my dilemma. :) I should also add, the house was a rental. The tennants moved out. That is why it's for sale. Course the tenants could have moved out due to the neighbors. :)
Saw the house...not impressed. Thanks for all the advice!
Maybe point out the "benefit" you have, of living in the neighborhood, before you buy? You know which neighbors you can avoid.
I would not buy that house. It would not be worth it to me. I love my neighbors where we live. I can't imagine living next to people who are like that.
Yes I would "let bad neighbors run me off from a good deal". Yes. yes. yes.
Why?
Because it wouldn't BE a good deal if I had to live with horrendous neighbors next door. It would be misery. Every day.
I don't invite drama, bickering or fighting into my home, I surely wouldn't knowingly move right next door to it.
Why do you suppose the house next door is for sale..... ? And if you know the "supposed" reason... are you sure they are honest about that? That it's not a "manufactured" reason so they don't run off prospective buyers because of the neighbors?
If I had known our next door neighbor would creep me out as thoroughly as he does (As in, we put special window/door locks and alarms, kind of creepy.) I would not have moved into this house. I WISH we could move, actually.
I think the house is for sale for a reason...probably the bad neighbors. Why is it such a good deal? Are you talking bargain basement? That screams they're trying to off load this place as fast as they can. I smell desperation on the part of the sellers. I also say don't borrow trouble, leave well enough alone, and look elsewhere or stay put.
You might not be so lucky getting rid of the house if you find out how hellish these neighbors can really be. I'll bet it sits on the market a very long time if potential buyers are smart enough to check out the lay of the land at all hours. Maybe not. The thing is you do know better, and if you get stuck you have to live with the dumb decision. (Not saying you're dumb but if it turns sour after you move in...you'll be thinking you are!)
Or worse, their ways influence the peace and well being in your home. Do they have kids the same ages as yours? Any chance your husband will wind up partying with them? I say stay away...far, far, away.
5 houses away isn’t too bad, but if your neighborhood is like mine the houses are very close together. I am lucky here that most of the neighbors are only on vacation and if they are complete jerks they leave in a week or two.
Ask your realtor to see the home at different times of the day. This way you can see if you hear the noise during the day and at night. You also don't have to hang out with them or become bff's. Just stay polite and wave and leave it at that.
Yes, yes I would. I have friends who own a mechanics shop and they saved and saved and saved. The built their dream home that they took years planning. They had a bathroom in their master bedroom that you only see in exclusive spa's. It was gorgeous. Then their was their master, it was huge and had almost a kids bedroom for each of their personal closets.
The house had light carpet throughout, sand colored tile, a kitchen almost as big as my living room and kitchen combined. I don't need to say more. It was the biggest and most beautiful house I have ever been it. They took years planning what they wanted and expected to live in it the rest of their lives.
They picked an exclusive housing edition to build it in and got started.
The neighbor on their north side started almost immediately finding fault with every thing the builders were doing. He didn't want his view blocked, he didn't like that the windows reflected the sun into his study, he was on the building site each and every day complaining.
Once they moved in they had too much company. Their oldest daughter was in high school and had a lot of friends. They had a son in mid high and a daughter in elementary school also. The kids had friends and so did the parents. She often has the church ladies over to do crafts or service projects or something.
This man made their life totally miserable. After a couple of years their oldest daughter married a return missionary and started a family in a couple of months. This man actually made comments about how stupid the daughter was for not making sure her new husband was a good guy before starting to drop out the kids.
That was it. They got a Realtor that week and put that home up for sale.
They live in a nearby housing edition and finally have a wonderful life. They are so glad they don't have to prepare themselves mentally before going out the door to go to work or even take out the trash. It is so much nicer.
So I would never live next to someone that I knew going in was going to possibly be a problem.
Yes. Our old neighbors were our main deciding factor to move. They were awful. Loud parties all the time and rude. We had enough after our 1st daughter was born. It's a buyers market,look for something that you love fully!
I wouldn't buy a house next to people I DID like if they had loud parties late at night, got into fights with the neighbors or otherwise disturbed my peace.
Definitely. No questions asked. I WOULD let them run me off from a bad deal. I cannot sleep all that well at night with a ton of noise. And I assume since you are on mamapedia that you have kids? Is the neighbors behaviors something that you wouldn't mind your kids seeing or hearing? Or having memories of whenever they are older? LOL sorry, I think about things like that. I always remember my childhood and my neighbors son was my best friend.
I would remind my husband of it. You have to live there, too. So, of course you should voice your opinion.
The saying we use is.... if you can't get along with your neighbors, you need to move.
I would not knowingly buy a property next to people I knew I didn't like.
If their behavior is something you can live with, then yes. They may move one day. But you know what you are getting into.
But if it isn't something you can live with (like a really mean dog that keeps getting out and could endanger your kids) then no.
If their behavior is illegal (noise ordinances, for example) then call the police non-emergency line. We had a bad house in our neighborhood. Turned out it was a rental and the owner got a tenant who let her unruly son move in and the parties started. We all started to call the cops and eventually the owner got them evicted. Haven't heard a peep out of whoever lives there now.
Yes I would . . . I would not knowingly buy a property with some sort of nuisance nearby. It's one thing if they move in after you, but when you go in with full knowledge they're there - well that's tougher.
On the other hand five houses down is not next door. But are they going to be barreling down the street while your little ones are playing outside?
JMO.
We have had neighbors like that for the last 13 years. Our youngest is going off to college. So we plan to sell and move away asap!!
Don't buy it!
Look at the house, then make a list of pros and cons... obvioulsy the neighbor is a con. But you come to a better deicion if you look at the whole picture. Also, if you can talk to people on the other side of the neighbors and see what they have to say.
Good luck!
You are taking on a big responsibility buying a home for 30 to 40 years? Do you want to have these annoying loud neighbors next to you for the next 30 years?
Go find a home in another neighborhood. Besides that they will bring down the value of the block. Once an area gets a reputation of x it is hard to get rid of it. If all the other neighbors could get them removed they would probably banded together and help them move out.
I enjoy my peace of mind and tranquility much more than buying a house that is in my price range next to the noisemakers on the block. Besides they will probably yell and scream your name out as you come and go and attract bad folks. Not a picture I want. Draw pictures to hubby and explain your case as to why NOT to buy the house.
Good luck but BEWARE of what you do as you will have to live with it for a very long time.
The other S.
PS If it walks like a duck, quacks like a duck it must be a duck and I would run for the hills away from the house. The owners want to unload it and get rid of the neighbors.
Does it have a fence?
I'd first have a look at the house before I decide to think about the neighbors, if I were you. :)
Sometimes, a good house that speaks to you, a good neighborhood, and a good price together are more than enough to compromise over one particular neighbor 5 houses down the lane... :P
Good luck to you, hope you make the best decision for you and your family!
ETA-----
Ah, the house in question is right next to them. Sorry, I misread the first time. Still, I'd say go look at the house. Talk to a couple of other people around and ask how they feel. It may help you and hubby come to a firmer decision, either way!
Actually I wouldn't let bad neighbors run me off, however it would make me think twice.....I guess that sounds a bit contradictory huh....but we had some awful renters next to us that threw parties every single night, and that's not an exaggeration, and would climb up on the roof top and were loud extra....we called the police several times, recorded their loud noise behavior, got the city counsilman involved and when they collected enough evidence, they got evicted. If they are renters, you can do the same. If they own their house, the police will fine them for noise ordinance, and that's about it unless there is a domestic disturbance etc. If they are that bad, I would look somewhere else. There has to be other good neighborhoods that have good price ranges for you all. Live in peace....and you'll be happy. :-) If you move into a neighborhood where there is one bad apple, that bad apple can really be unbearable. Happiness is better than taking a good deal.....there are others out there...just got to take more time to find another good deal. :-)
They're 5 houses away? It's not awful. If they were next door I wouldn't even think about it - but 5 houses is far enough away to ignore. I have crazy neighbors 2 houses away and as long as there's a buffer we're fine. I do feel really bad for the people up against the crazy lady though...
Yes, tell your husband how annoying and loud they are. Remind him good cause you are buying not renting.
Currently right now, we just got new neighbors, dear lord I am about to flip out. They are sooo loud, parties, people coming and going at all hours of the night. Last night they were hammering until after midnight! Right at this second they are playing super loud gangster rap that is annoying the hell out of me. Yes it's during the day but I shouldn't have to hear your music!
Anyways, I could go on and on about annoying neighbors believe me, but if you are not wanting to live next door to these people then dont question yourself, just tell your husband the firm, solid truth and hope that he agrees after you explain. Cause seriously can you live with that forever? Or for at least a few years? I couldn't for sure!
