Avoiding Awful Neighbors in a Rental

Avoiding Awful Neighbors in a Rental

Avoiding Awful Neighbors in a Rental
You’ve considered a new apartment from every angle. It has enough space for a home office, the porch would be perfect for relaxing after work, and the community gym is top-notch … but what about your potential neighbors? Even if you don’t see yourself making small talk around the laundry machine or celebrating with your neighbors around a fire pit, awful neighbors can ruin your rental experience. Here are some awful neighbor lowlights to watch out for: Late night parties: There’s little worse than having to get up early for work when your neighbors have been blaring rock music all night. Fights: Your neighbors may not fight with you. However, if they fight with each other, it puts you in a horrible position. Dirty common areas: The porch may look clean now, but did the landlord clean up right before he showed you the place? Frequent visits from the landlord: Loud, disruptive neighbors mean the landlord is around more often, and that can make you feel like you have little privacy. Read How, you can avoid the drama with a little bit of research before you sign your lease.