If you don’t have a neighbor horror story, you might consider yourself a lucky one, as quite a few of us have likely encountered an aggravating one or two. Some stomp around as if they roam from room to room doing cartwheels, others sing louder than they should—the volume often seems to be positively linked with lack of musical training,—a few start picking fights over matters that don’t even matter; the list goes on and on.
If one of these situations already evoked a sigh or flashbacks—we’re sorry; if not, scroll down to find one that likely will. Today, we have listed some of the most patience-testing, anger-inducing, plain-annoying neighbors out there, as shared by the ‘Mildly Infuriating’ subreddit. Covering everything from shoveling snow—or poop—into others’ territories to shooting firearms inside apartments, and so much more, these sure are some colorful examples of just how unhinged some neighbors can be.
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2-3 Times A Week, I Collect Syringes From My Balcony. This Is How My Super Old Neighbor Is Trying To Get Me Evicted, As She Believes That My Roommate And I Are Gay, And She Thinks All Gay People Are Addicts
Kids Are Having Fun With Friends So A Neighbor Reported To Hoa That They Must Be Running A Childcare
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One doesn’t necessarily have to be friends with those living around them; but a good rule of thumb would be not to make their life any worse either. Yet some people don’t abide by such rules, this way likely encouraging their neighbors to consider moving away.
In Britain, for instance, as much as 60% of people seemingly don’t get along with their neighbors, according to a Daily Mail survey; nearly 30% of them say they would never socialize with the people living nearby.
When it comes to the US, the situation might seem worse, as nearly three-in-four (73%, to be exact) of them dislike a neighbor, LendingTree reports. However, on the upside, roughly as many of them like at least one person in the neighborhood.
My Neighbor Shoveling His Backyard Into Mine
Neighbor Took Delivery Of A Package That Our Business Purchased, Used The Contents, And Now Wants Us To Pay For The Scraps. Dafuq?
The pictures on the list are just some examples showing what makes certain neighbors difficult to bear, but the reasons are nearly limitless. Some of the most common ones, though—for Americans, at least—include neighbors giving off a “weird vibe”, as well as being loud, rude, or nosy; their pets causing trouble is also in the top five.
Another reason some people are far from fond of those living nearby is the latter not upkeeping the exterior of their property; apparently, this annoys as much as 16% of Americans.
Neighbors Boyfriend Living Above Us Accidentally Discharged A Firearm Through Our Bedroom Ceiling
Report to police and don't stop at their begging. They need to lose their gun and/or licence.
My Neighbor, Everyone. He Parks Like This When His Wife Isn't Home And Moves It Back When She's Back So They Can Both Park On One Of The Few Spots With Shade. This Has Been Happening For Months
I’ve heard if you park like that, one of your tires can mysteriously go flat overnight 🤔
We Were Going To Have A New Robin Family - Until Our Neighbor Poisoned His Lawn And The Parent Robins Ate From It And Died
I guess it's too late now, but if a nest is abandoned, take the eggs to a bird saving organization ASAP. We did the same when the red tail nesting in our backyard got killed by a magpie and her eggs were abandoned.
LendingTree revealed that the antipathy Americans feel towards their neighbors is not only based on what the latter do—or don’t do, for that matter—but also on competitiveness. It pointed out that as much as 17% of them feel financially pressured to keep up with those living around them; among those with a homeowners association, the number rises to 36%.
Despite the competition, a similar number of people—37%, to be exact—would rather have neighbors with the same views regarding a certain important matter: you guessed it right, political beliefs.
So For The 15th Time Now, Our Neighbor Called Out The Fire Department When I Started My Smoker. Claiming That I'm Burning Trash. At Least The Full Truck Didn't Come Not This Time
Let the FD know you are firing it up and have put some extras on for when they are called out.
Built A 7 Foot Privacy Fence. Neighbor Raised His By 2 Feet And Put A Camera Facing Into My Backyard
My Neighbor Chucks Her Dog's Poop Over The Back Fence
The reasons for Britons hating their neighbor seem to be similar to those living in the States; from troublesome pets to unattended gardens, they seem to hate it with a passion equally as strong. However, the things that annoy them more than anything else are not the same as those of their American counterparts, as people in Britain seem to be aggravated by annoying driving habits the most. According to the Daily Mail, there’s nothing worse for them than someone blocking their driveway or parking in their space.
Another thing Britons detest—number seven among the 20 reasons they hate their neighbor—is the latter hosting too many late-night parties. Ironically, reason number 19 is neighbors getting annoyed when the Britons themselves have a party.
I Put Up A Fence To Keep My Thieving And Incredibly Nosy Neighbor Out. He Then Puts Up A Camera So That He Can Look In
This Poorly Written Letter From My Passive Aggressive Neighbor Telling Me To Remove My 'Legally-Owned' Plants From My Property
I completely doubt that 14 other people got together with this jerkwad just to complain about fake plants
Someone Anonymously Sent This To My Neighbor
Can't blame them for being upset about the barking tho. Why can't people train their doggoes? Sometimes they bark 24/7 and that hard to live close to even if you are a dog lover.
True, but there are also people who hate dogs, and even if the dog barks for ten seconds they will complain. We don't know what the situation is here. The dog may bark a lot and drive everybody crazy, or it might be a normal dog, that barks in normal situations, and the neighbour is an a*****e.
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You could probably get it checked for fingerprints? That’s a direct threat to the life of the dog & that’s not okay. I can understand the issue with dogs barking at unreasonable hours & it’s important for the dog’s owner to address that … but that is NO excuse to threaten the doggo! 🙅♀️
I am not a native english speaker, and this kind of bad spelling drives me nuts. I would get a lower grade in school for such c**p. Same goes for where/wear/were which I see quite often. Native speakers treat it like they are the same words.
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Someone called the police on our neighbor because their dogs were barking too much. She has an indoor cat.
Don't like it, but understand it. Terrible owners are the ones who deserve punishment not the pooch
Why does every one of these letters have spelling and grammatical mistakes?
A neighbor got a new dog and leaves it outside to bark all day. I can't tell exactly which one it is to call in a noise complaint. But I'd totally send a letter like this if I knew who it was. It's not the dog's fault and I obviously wouldn't actually do anything. But you're a f*****g a*****e if you let your dog bark, howl, and whine in your backyard all day long.
I have a yappy dog (Maltese) and we live on a corner. We bought the house before we had him so didn't know how annoying he would be! Once I hear him bark, he has to come straight inside and I never leave him outdoors when I'm out. Thankfully, we're detached so he can't annoy neighbours through the walls. Oddly, never barks when the doorbell goes.
Something horrible is going to happen if anything bad happens to my dog. Something extremely tragic.
My neighbor has a very aggressive miniature dog which was always off leash and runs at you barking and growling. He never listened to complaints until I threatened to kick his mutt onto the street if it comes within reach. The killer-midget is now on a leash because of "mean and dangerous" people.
People who threaten the safety of an animal are always the AH. I don’t like that my neighbours dogs bark all the time, but I couldn’t think of a more evil reaction than to threaten it. Note writer stayed anonymous- they knew they’re in the wrong.
Wheen we kept yelling at our neighbours german shepherd, they came over and assaulted us, were old pensioners, they then took out an AVO on us!
I hope this guy didn’t handle it a lot as it’s likely covered in fingerprints, and if he’s lucky, saliva.
Why does a constantly barking dog annoy everyone within hearing range EXCEPT the owners?
Yeah. I would not have worded it that way, but sounds like this is a problem. Dog barks 8 hours a day while at work
I loved the dogs next door but their constant barking as soon as the owners left for work became a nightmare. So much so that I could cheerfully have booted them both up the backside (dogs not owners). They’ve moved out now but you should always be careful of what you wish for. New neighbour has decided the kitchen needs ripping out and the fairly new boiler being replaced by a new boiler in a different place. Cue drilling and loud chiselling. Luckily I’ve know the new neighbour since he was 4 years old.
TBH, barking dogs are problematic and usually violate noise and/or nuisance ordinances. But don't hurt the dog. My dog took a while to learn not to cry when I'm gone, I kept in touch with the neighbors to make sure it was manageable.
A barking dog is annoying. Also, People who hurt animals generally don't stop at animals.
I live in a townhome and the next unit has two enormous dogs that lose their absolute s**t at other dogs, people, wildlife, vehicles, etc. I love dogs, and it still drives me nuts. Mostly because when I asked, the owners warned me the pups are too reactive toward strangers for me to pet or even talk to. Yeesh.
I’ve lived near a constantly barking dog, it’s no fun. I called SSPCA and dog warden. It stopped
b-but...t-the p-puppy! I will take this puppo into my kingdom for safe keeping :(((( He/She should be safe in their OWN home, but if hooman iz gon hurts dem I saves dem
I'm torn on this because a barking dog hits a nerve in me. I'd never kill or injure the dog, not it's fault the owners are stupid and lazy and can't train it. But I'd certainly take it for a one-way ride to a shelter miles away.
Well? Don't complain about it on the internet. Just tell your neighbor to shut their dog up.
Despite the numerous ways they can get on our nerves, neighbors can reportedly have a positive effect on our well-being (well, at least the less annoying ones can). A Rutgers study revealed that low levels of contact with people living nearby are linked to lower levels of satisfaction and psychological well-being in middle and later life.
Spanning over 10 years, the research found out that even though neighbors might not prevent an individual from facing certain hardships, they are an important part of one’s social landscape, whether it’s providing assistance that they do or ensuring daily communication.
Someone Is Over The Package Theft In My Apt Building
My Sons Accidentally Lost Their Football Over The Neighbors Fence Yesterday. This Is How It Was Found Back In Our Yard Today
My Neighbor Thinks They Own The Public Street In Front Of Their Apartment
For some, the importance of having friendly neighbors became evident during the pandemic. Due to the lockdown, restrictions, and health-related matters, some people had to rely on the kindness of others, some of whom often lived right next door.
A study on individuals supporting their neighbors during the early stage of the COVID-19 lockdown revealed that they used different means of communication to reach out to those living nearby who needed some sort of help, making even greater effort to contact vulnerable groups.
Their ways of supporting others included everything from delivering food and medical prescriptions, to providing information, advice or even sharing of experiences. Quite a few of such individuals reportedly felt more involved in the neighborhood life after the pandemic and showed interest in committing to it even more in the future.
Til My Upstairs Neighbors Flooded Their Bathroom And Left It That Way For About A Week. Here's How I Found Out:
People Are Robbing Grass At A Square That Is Being Constructed In My Neighborhood
Went To A Friendsgiving, They Let Their Neighbor Know Ahead Of Time That They Would Be Having People Over, It Was 4:45pm On A Saturday And About 6 People Were There. He Knocked On The Door, Taped This Note To The Door And Ran Off
While some people hate their neighbors—a few might love them—there are also individuals who don’t know their neighbors to begin with. Pew Research Center revealed that 57% of Americans say they know some of them and roughly one-in-four believe they know most of them. It also pointed out that it’s the older generations that seem to have a larger circle of acquaintances living nearby.
Neighbor Parked Me (Blue Kona) In Again Last Night. I Have Probably A Dozen Texts Asking Them To Move Or Ask For My Space When This Has Happened In The Past. No Response. It Feels Like I Shouldn’t Have To Maneuver My Car So Much On My Own Driveway
Because I Work All Day And Can Control Where The Wind Blows. Was Mailed To Me (Probably By My Neighbor’s Wife), Envelope Postmarked The Next Town Over
My Neighbor Shot An Arrow Into My House Today
Pew Research Center also found that even in the age of digital technology, neighbors tend to communicate more face-to-face (20%) rather than using the phone or email (7%).
Another interesting thing the survey revealed was that despite not knowing a lot of them, people tend to trust the neighbors they do know; roughly 66% of Americans—who know at least some of their neighbors—would feel comfortable trusting them with a spare set of their keys in case there’s an emergency.
Neighbor Installed Two Cameras Pointed Directly At Our Basement Windows
Neighbor Tried To Saw My Door Handle Off Today Because She Hadn't Seen My Cat In The Window For 3 Days
Neighbors Of My Dorm Room Put This Sign Up Yesterday
If you’ve enjoyed browsing this list depicting neighbors from hell, you might also like the bizarre stories these redditors shared about people living around them, or Bored Panda’s list of applause-worthy passive-aggressive neighbor messages.
Neighbor’s Peacocks Pooping On And On My Stuff
Received In The Mail From A Concerned Neighbor
Amazon Delivery Picture Of My Package On My Neighbors Porch. Asked My Neighbor If They Happened To Accidentally Get My Package. "Nope Didn't See It"
Our Neighbors Solution To A Newly Poured Driveway On A One-Lane Road
Next Door Neighbor Parks Both Cars In Front Of House, Blocks My Mailbox And Leaves Theirs Open
My Neighbor Has Indeed A Bright Light
Sure this is horrible, but blinds are really a requirement for street-facing windows.
My Neighbor, Who Is Not Registered For Disability, Constantly Parks In The Disabled Spot. She Will Sit In A Spot Nearby Till It Opens To Make Sure She Can Claim It If It's Blocked For Whatever Reason
Neighbor Built A Pergola That Hangs Clear Over Into My Yard Space
My Neighbor Borrowed My Hedge Trimmer. This Is What She Did To My Extension Cord
Tell her that she will pay now for a new hedge trimmer, or later in court, along with the legal fees.
Note: this post originally had 38 images. It’s been shortened to the top 35 images based on user votes.
This makes me soooo thankful that I have neighbors who don't talk to me at all !!
I always put Halloween decorations up, but one year my neighbor texted me and said my tombstones were offensive to the widows across the street. After learning she was not joking, I proceeded to put up even more tombstones & have done every year thereafter!
Why do sooo many people these days try to make their problems yours? If widows are “offended” by the sight of tombstones, the answer is NOT to tell people to get rid of ‘em, but THERAPY. It’s not MY problem something “triggers” you. You need professional help, and I can’t provide it.
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NEW? these were posted last week. BP can't get any new content from your readers?
they're busy putting together another unintelligible nonsense thread about things that europeans and americans dont understand. Im sure itll be chock full of interesting content, like kettles, healthcare and kinder eggs.
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HOLY SMOKES BP you shortened this from 38 to 35????????? what is wrong with you?
You REALLY felt that was worth composing a message about? Really? Seriously, WonderWoman: you need a hobby. 😕
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Be careful what you say about Americans - they have GUNS!
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I'm saddened by how many people want to go totally overboard with vandalism or harming animals.
Why are so many people such doormats when it comes to illegally parked cars? I politely asked a neighbors friend to not park in my assigned spot. Next time I TOLD her to not park there again. 3rd time I had her towed & somehow I was the jerk. It was over $250 to get her car back. Oh f*cking well. Learned a lesson yet?
For everyone with neighbors with camera issues. Go to the dollar store buy some laser pointers, batteries, and tape. Point the lasers directly at the camera lens and tape the button down then tape it in place, change batteries as needed, it will burn out the image sensors.
The crazy thing is that police get so much hate but 90% of these things have responses recommending to call the police? So everyone hates the police until they need them?
I've been saying that for YEARS Susan. Everyone hates and wants to defund the police until something happens and they need them or they b***h about how long it takes them to respond, then they can't call 911 fast enough.
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I always put Halloween decorations up, but one year my neighbor texted me and said my tombstones were offensive to the widows across the street. After learning she was not joking, I proceeded to put up even more tombstones & have done every year thereafter!
Why do sooo many people these days try to make their problems yours? If widows are “offended” by the sight of tombstones, the answer is NOT to tell people to get rid of ‘em, but THERAPY. It’s not MY problem something “triggers” you. You need professional help, and I can’t provide it.
Load More Replies... NEW? these were posted last week. BP can't get any new content from your readers?
they're busy putting together another unintelligible nonsense thread about things that europeans and americans dont understand. Im sure itll be chock full of interesting content, like kettles, healthcare and kinder eggs.
Load More Replies... HOLY SMOKES BP you shortened this from 38 to 35????????? what is wrong with you?
You REALLY felt that was worth composing a message about? Really? Seriously, WonderWoman: you need a hobby. 😕
Load More Replies... Be careful what you say about Americans - they have GUNS!
Load More Replies... I'm saddened by how many people want to go totally overboard with vandalism or harming animals.
Why are so many people such doormats when it comes to illegally parked cars? I politely asked a neighbors friend to not park in my assigned spot. Next time I TOLD her to not park there again. 3rd time I had her towed & somehow I was the jerk. It was over $250 to get her car back. Oh f*cking well. Learned a lesson yet?
For everyone with neighbors with camera issues. Go to the dollar store buy some laser pointers, batteries, and tape. Point the lasers directly at the camera lens and tape the button down then tape it in place, change batteries as needed, it will burn out the image sensors.
The crazy thing is that police get so much hate but 90% of these things have responses recommending to call the police? So everyone hates the police until they need them?
I've been saying that for YEARS Susan. Everyone hates and wants to defund the police until something happens and they need them or they b***h about how long it takes them to respond, then they can't call 911 fast enough.
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