How to Prevent Plant Pickpocketing
There’s no two ways about it – stealing plants from a neighbor is pretty low form. Most of us wouldn't be happy to find ourselves on the receiving end of a minor theft, but it still takes a certain kind of personality to leave behind a note like this one. In place of the stolen plant, this neighbor put up a sign that reads, 'Stealing plants is a low and selfish act. What's next? Punching kittens? You suck.' Talk about being direct!
Whatever way you look at it, we'd be pretty surprised if the neighborhood bandit returned to pinch a couple more after reading a sign like this.
Toilet Humour
In this instance, a friendly tenant or building manager left a note politely reminding all the other tenants not to use certain brands of toilet paper. It’s definitely not an ideal situation to deal with as a renter, especially when it comes to something as basic as toilet paper, but the note that was left behind was clear and to the point. However, in response, one tenant jokingly replied that they’re out of toilet paper, asking, "How well do socks flush?"
This lighthearted exchange clearly goes to show how neighborhood interactions can sometimes bring out the comedian in anyone, even in the most unexpected situations.
Love Thy Neighbor as Thyself
This neighbor's note starts off nice enough, with someone kindly writing to inform the recipient that a parcel of theirs had been delivered and subsequently stolen. However, reading a little further reveals the true nature of the note, as the neighbor goes on to write that they "would have stopped" the thieves "if you had been nicer neighbors." We don’t know about you, but our minds are absolutely racing with all the possibilities of what these neighbors might have done to create such hostility!
Who’s to say who’s really in the wrong here, but either way, we’re just thankful not to be on the receiving end of this passive-aggressive letter.
A Picture Says a Thousand Words
We don’t know what we’re more impressed with – Max’s sarcastic and incredibly detailed note or the accompanying drawing of himself in his birthday suit. Max, from apartment 3F, hilariously asked his neighbors not to leave their clothes in the dryer for too long, cheekily stating that he "started a family, moved to the country, became a grandfather, and retired" in the time it took for them to retrieve their clothes. He even informed them that he did, in fact, move their clothes to use the dryer but adorably added that he simply can’t fold bed sheets, despite his best efforts to try.
If you ask us, if we had been on the receiving end of this note, we’d find it nearly impossible not to frame it as a keepsake!
Well That Took a Dark Turn
When you first start reading this neighbor's note, everything seems normal enough. One neighbor's dog had been disturbing the other, and they appeared to be politely informing them that it was simply too loud and disruptive. They even go on to mention how they’re perfectly happy to tolerate the sounds of loud musical instruments, but the "excessive" dog barking was just a step too far. However, as you get to the end of the note, the tone takes a surprising turn. It seems as though the disgruntled neighbor makes a rather sinister threat by stating, "Please do something about this or I will." Surely, they must have realized how that would come across, right?
Could they really be suggesting they’re ready to take matters into their own hands? Neighborly bickering like this sure can get unsettling – and downright scary at times!
When Your Neighbor Takes a Liking to Construction Material Footwear
Now this is how you leave a neighbor’s note! Rather than exchanging heated words with their troublesome neighbor or leaving behind a message that threatens to take any drastic action, they decided to turn the situation into a hilarious joke. All the while, they still managed to get their point across about the excessive noise coming from upstairs. They cleverly stuck a picture of a pair of flip-flops made of bricks and accompanied it with the caption, "Upstairs neighbors’ favorite shoes."
You’ve got to admit, it really doesn’t get much funnier than that when it comes to angry neighbors and the creative ways they deal with their issues.
Don't Say We Didn't Warn You
On the one hand, the person who wrote this message to their neighbors was trying to issue a helpful warning about something that should definitely be avoided. They specifically wrote not to feed the pigeons, pointing out that it seemed to be a frequent occurrence near their building. But then, ominously adding the phrase "THEY DO THINGS" does absolutely nothing to quell anyone’s curiosity. Just what, exactly, is this neighbor implying that the pigeons do? What’s with all the mystery?
We can’t help but think this neighbor purposefully left their message vague and ambiguous, just to let the imaginations of their neighbors run wild.
A Frosty Welcome
This neighbor isn’t fooling anyone. They left a note on the fence of their newly moved-in neighbors that read, "Welcome! But you need a permit for your new garage :)" — letting them know, in no uncertain terms, that they’ll have to go through some bureaucratic dealings before they can comfortably settle into their new abode. On the one hand, they did try to make the note seem friendly enough by welcoming them into the neighborhood.
But that being said, we can’t help but feel that they wouldn’t have gone out of their way to offer a warm greeting if they didn’t have an issue to complain about.
Don't Worry, We've Got You
This hilarious note leaves us with more questions than answers, and we can’t help but wonder about the full story behind it. The person who wrote it probably thought they were doing the right thing by heroically rescuing the cushions from the burning couch, sparing them from the fire. But why didn’t the neighbors who witnessed the fire try to put it out in the first place? And where exactly was this couch located that the neighbors could easily access the cushions and casually walk away with them? Perhaps the most perplexing question of all is this: what good are couch cushions when there’s no couch left to put them on?
What starts as a seemingly friendly and innocent neighborly letter actually hints at a much larger and more bizarre tale waiting to be uncovered.
Neighborhood Watch No One Asked for
This one is a bit tricky to interpret, but it certainly raises a few eyebrows. One neighbor decided to snap a photo of another neighbor’s balcony, where they had boldly put up a sign that reads, "Remove your camera or 911," warning that anyone who’s been filming or photographing them will need to explain their actions to the police if they continue. We’ve got to say, we love how they stood up to their creepy neighbor and tried to put them in their place. But here’s the real twist — we can’t help but wonder if the person who took this photo might actually be the unwanted neighborhood photographer!
At least the ominous presence of the mystery cameraman didn’t seem to bother the neighbors one floor below, who appeared to be sitting outside on their balcony, happily enjoying the fresh air despite the potential risks.
Feel the Wrath
People who don’t pick up after their pets really do ruin it for the rest of us, don’t they? That’s probably why this fed-up neighbor decided to leave a strongly worded note aimed squarely at the culprit who consistently flouts basic dog doo-doo etiquette. But if you ask us, they took things to a whole new level of aggression by threatening to attack the offender with the very feces they failed to clean up — and, as they so vividly put it, "with my bare hands." Talk about painting a picture! While their frustration might seem a bit extreme, you can hardly blame them for feeling desperate.
After all, there’s nothing more disrespectful than leaving your pet’s business on someone else’s front lawn. It’s a sure-fire way to lose the goodwill of your neighbors.
Read Between the Lines
It’s absolutely possible to craft a passive-aggressive note to your noisy neighbor without resorting to expletives — but only if you’re prepared to keep up a steady stream of sarcasm for three entire paragraphs. That’s exactly what one creative neighbor managed to do in this hilarious example. Instead of directly confronting the inconsiderate noise levels, they sarcastically praised their neighbor’s antics, jokingly complimenting them on their "car's sound system" and declaring it to be so "amazing" that it manages to "shake all of the apartment buildings in the complex. Awesome!" It’s certainly a clever and memorable alternative to the usual rant-filled notes.
They didn’t even break character for a moment, carrying their tongue-in-cheek tone right through to the very end, where they signed off the note as "your envious neighbors."
What You Need Is an Etiquette Lesson
This neighbor certainly proved they’re not one to back down when it comes to standing up for what’s right. Sharing residential parking spaces can be tricky at the best of times, but discovering that an inconsiderate neighbor had parked in the spot specifically designated for someone else was enough to push this resident over the edge. And as if that wasn’t frustrating enough, the offending car wasn’t just in the wrong spot — it was parked badly, with its wheels blatantly crossing over the demarcation lines, making it nearly impossible for other vehicles to fit into their designated spaces.
It’s no wonder this neighbor felt compelled to write a strongly worded message to call out the lack of respect and teach the parking perpetrator a thing or two about neighborly manners.
We'll Do You One Better
These residents decided that the best way to deter people from letting their pets poop on their property and, more importantly, not picking up after them, was to have a very professional-looking sign made. The sign clearly states that anyone in their area is being watched by CCTV — a pretty straightforward and effective way to get the point across. But they didn’t stop there. They took it a step further by adding a rather bold line: "If you don’t pick up after your dog, we’ll send our grandson to poop on your lawn."
Now, that’s definitely a sizable threat to wave in the faces of their neighbors, especially if the grandson in question happens to be a full-grown adult.
That'll Teach You
This has definitely got to go down in the books as one of the most effective ways to stop your neighbors from making noise. But, if you ask us, we think these neighbors may have gone just a little too far by uploading the evidence to the internet for everyone to listen to. It's definitely a vengeful move, and if this was the first time it had happened, it was certainly an overreaction. Surely the best thing to do would have been to address the issue calmly with the noisy neighbor first, giving them a chance to fix the problem and ensuring that it doesn’t happen again.
After all, a good conversation can go a long way in keeping things peaceful between neighbors, and that's the goal at the end of the day!
Give It to Me Straight
Neighborly disputes can really get ugly, and here’s clear evidence of that. It seems that one neighbor had filed a complaint about something the other neighbor had in their front yard, which clearly didn’t sit well with the ‘offending’ neighbor. This prompted them to write a huge note in response, and they certainly didn’t hold back. Judging by what was written, they seemed most upset about the fact that their neighbors had gone above their head, likely taking the issue to someone else instead of addressing it directly.
Still, it’s hard to imagine how anything could truly warrant such a strong and dramatic response as this one.
Get It Out of My Sight
You've really got to admire the approach these disgruntled neighbors took to handle their unpleasant situation. When they were shocked to discover that a neighbor had failed to pick up after their dog, leaving their lawn used as a makeshift toilet, they firmly refused to clean up the mess themselves. Instead, they politely insisted that whoever was responsible should come back and deal with what had been left behind. They wrote, "We don't have a dog. Our kids are potty-trained. We did not do this. Whoever did, please clean it up." It's a clever and straightforward way to address the issue without resorting to anger.
Who knows? Maybe the person responsible really did feel a pang of guilt after reading this note and went back to make things right.
I Just Need a Name
Not every neighbor's note needs to be filled with anger or veiled hostility. In this case, one thoughtful person took a much gentler approach to addressing a loud television issue. Their neighbor had the volume up so high that they could hear every word of what was being watched! Instead of letting annoyance take over, they cleverly turned the situation into an opportunity. They deciphered that the movie playing seemed genuinely interesting, prompting them to leave a short but sweet post-it note politely asking for the name of the film.
There was no masked frustration, no thinly veiled sarcasm, just a sincere and lighthearted request to know the movie title so they could enjoy it properly themselves.
Just Trying to Help
This person decided that enough was enough when they noticed their neighbor had repeatedly failed to take out the trash that was left piling up in the shared hallway. Rather than writing an angry note or confronting them directly, they opted for a more creative approach by drawing a detailed illustration of how trash should be properly disposed of—just in case their neighbor hadn’t quite gotten the hang of it yet. How considerate! Now, the neighbor has a handy illustrated guide to refer to whenever they’re in doubt.
While it’s not necessarily a complex set of instructions, it’s definitely a clever way to get the point across, and it’s clear the disgruntled neighbor means business. Here's thinking the message got through this time.
A Sign It's Just Not Meant to Be
Yikes. It's one thing to have relationship troubles at home, but it's an entirely different level of awkward when your neighbors are clued in on the details of your lover's spats. This person, clearly fed up, felt the need to inform their noisy neighbors that everyone in the area could hear the couple fighting night after night. They politely suggested that the couple either kiss and make up, take the drama to their car, or, if things were that bad, end the relationship altogether.
Just to make sure the message landed, they added the time of writing the note, letting the couple know that they too had been kept up all night by the incessant bickering. Talk about airing dirty laundry.
Try Not to Panic
There are some notes in life you never want to receive, and we think that this note might just be right at the top of the list. If there's one thing you don't want in a shared apartment, it's for your neighbors' pet python to let loose in the building. The neighbor who is responsible for the 7-foot reptile assures the other tenants that she is not dangerous, but something tells us that that's hardly a comfort to the residents.
After all, no one wants to accidentally bump into a python in the wild, let alone in a closed and confined building and in the comfort of your own home!
Getting Creative
Why not get creative and make your own meme to let your neighbors know you’re not happy with them? That’s exactly what these neighbors decided to do when they put up a famous photo of Bill Lumbergh from the 1999 movie Office Space, along with a caption asking people not to let their dogs relieve themselves on their property. Of course, the expletives have been conveniently blurred out, but we’re pretty sure you can use your imagination to fill in the blanks.
We’re also quite confident that the original text on this sign made a pretty big impact, and probably went a long way in ensuring that the naughty neighbors wouldn’t be repeat offenders.
A Hop, Skip and a Jump Away
Taking your trash out to the garbage chute is just common decency if you live in a building with other tenants and leave big bags lying around in public spaces. That’s why a random neighbor took it upon themselves to tell the residents of apartment 1460 that they needed to start getting their life together and taking their trash out in a timely manner, rather than leaving it about for four days despite living just a few steps away from the chute. They even noted that the neighbor frequently takes their dog out to the parking lot, which is right by the chute, so there’s really no excuse.
It’s hard to deny the logic behind it – if you can make the effort to walk your dog out there, surely it’s just as easy to take the trash.
I Won't Tell You Again
That's one way of getting your neighbor's attention. When faced with a neighbor who refused to do their part and pick up after their dog, they realized that all they'd need to do was put up a clear message to the perpetrator threatening to make their life much worse. Should that neighbor fail to pick up after their pet again, an unnamed neighbor is going to "throw it at you," adding that they "have good aim" and will likely aim for the face.
We can't think of a better incentive for getting dog owners to take responsibility for their pets by picking up after them!
Nothing to See Here
Neighbor Daniel thought of everything. Since his wife was expecting, he had the foresight to consider how concerning the sounds coming from his apartment might be as she went into labor. So, he decided to eliminate any cause for concern by informing his neighbor that should they hear any strange noises, they shouldn't worry, as it would likely just be the sounds of someone having contractions. It’s such a simple but thoughtful gesture that shows true consideration.
If only all neighbors were as considerate as Daniel, then we'd probably have a lot fewer neighborly disputes on our hands.
A Desperate but Decent Stranger
If there’s one thing you absolutely don’t expect to happen after parking your car in your driveway and settling in for the night, it’s waking up to find a note on your windshield from someone admitting they siphoned gas out of your car and into theirs. Talk about an unexpected surprise! Luckily, the person went on to explain that it was an emergency, the gas stations were closed, and — in an attempt to make amends — they were kind enough to leave some cash behind to cover what they had taken.
Even so, the person who woke up to this note was probably left scratching their head, wondering, of all the vehicles parked on this residential street, why on earth did they have to choose mine?
And That's Why You Need a Secure Password
It's hard to know how this person felt receiving this note from their next-door neighbor, Nick. On the one hand, they might have felt pretty angry to find out that their neighbor had been stealing their Wi-Fi for all of these years. On the other hand, you've got to respect the honesty of Nick, who took the time to check in and see if everything – and by that, he's obviously referring to the Wi-Fi – is doing okay.
He even left behind a friendly "xo" to show that there are no hard feelings. Just a concerned neighbor, trying to find out if he needs to start stealing internet from someone else or not.
Leave the Bed Bugs Out of It
It’s hard to say what Linda did to provoke such a strong response from her housemates, but whatever it was, it’s clear she must have crossed some serious boundaries. Judging by the note left behind by her disgruntled flatmate, it sounds like their living arrangement had become unbearably tense, to say the least. The person who wrote the note didn’t hold back, firmly commanding both Linda and her bed bugs to pack their bags and find somewhere else to live — preferably where she could play her video games in peace.
The fact that the note was signed off by the "ex-housemates" makes it pretty obvious that this wasn’t a solo decision; it seems like the entire household was in agreement. One thing’s for sure: Linda’s time was up!
Time to Move House
There’s no going back after a neighbor’s note like this one. Clearly, this neighbor was especially insulted by the noise being made by their fellow tenant on a night when they invited friends over. But what could have possibly warranted the neighbor to call the friends, 'disgusting, loud-mouth, loser friends,' we’ll never know. The note took it a step further when they denounced those same friends as 'ignorant' and 'inconsiderate,' which we can only imagine wasn’t taken lightly.
It’s hard to imagine how things could have gotten to this point, but it’s safe to say that these two neighbors would be better off staying as far away from each other as possible!
Here's Hoping This Was Sent to the Right Apartment
This agitated neighbor clearly saw fit to write a whole essay to their inconsiderate co-tenant! Long story short, one person had just about had enough of their neighbor’s bad taste in music and the loud volume it was being played at. They warned them that if their listening habits didn’t change, they were about to call the cops, expecting the police to find more than just pop music records lying around. However, there’s a chance this letter was actually posted to the wrong address, which the sender quickly recognized, and simply asked that if it was indeed given to the wrong household, the recipient should just hand it over to the offender.
Neighborly disputes can really make life difficult for everyone involved - even for the neighbors caught in the middle of it all.
A Curse Upon Your House
This person really went all out in awarding their neighbor with the self-titled "Worst Neighbor Award," leaving behind a strongly worded note that essentially attempted to curse them with the worst sleep of their life. The message started off with a touch of sympathy, as the note stated, "I am sympathetic" to the fact that the car alarm had been blaring all night. However, that sympathy quickly turned sour when the sender went on to say, "Lastly, I hope you are cursed with the worst sleep of your life for the next fortnight."
They didn't end there, imaginatively adding, "If you own a pet, I also hope they forget their potty-training and use your bed as their exclusive [excrement]-receptacle." Charming.
To Whom It May Concern
Some neighbors' notes really do have an air of formality about them that you have to respect. This note, for example, wasn't just scrawled on the back of an envelope or written in a furious flurry. It was calmly typed on a computer, carefully formatted, and printed before being neatly slotted into an envelope and posted. In general, the tone of the letter is surprisingly polite, especially considering the circumstances. The neighbor starts by acknowledging the bathroom renovation, even offering a friendly congratulations on the project.
They then kindly inform their neighbors that they, in fact, are a shift-working resident and, as such, simply request that their neighbors honor their much-needed day of rest with a little bit of peace and quiet.
Verdict Just In: Don't Quit Your Day Job
These neighbors got seriously creative when faced with a group of rowdy individuals who decided to turn their balcony into a late-night concert stage. Rather than confronting them directly or leaving a standard noise complaint, they chose a far more inventive approach: rating their singing abilities. They meticulously documented the times each melody was belted out, pairing them with brutally honest—and hilariously scathing—reviews. Let’s just say the performances didn’t earn scores higher than a 3 out of 10, but then again, it’s doubtful these noisy neighbors had managed to curry favor with the judges.
Who knows, perhaps the low ratings had less to do with the talent that was showcased and more with timing. That's what you get when you give auditions at three in the morning!
Warmest Personal Regards
You've got to admire the storytelling skills of this particular individual, who decided to craft a detailed and clever calendar-style entry addressed to their noisy neighbors. They kicked things off by addressing the problematic residents as "good-time neighbors," giving a playful yet pointed hint about the letter's contents. They then wrote, "By all means, kick on till your hearts' content. But please do so with your windows closed and the music set at a volume that is not going to wake the rest of the building."
Honestly, what else would the neighbors expect if they're going to blast music out of their apartment with the windows wide open at five in the morning?
Talk About A Bad First Impression
Perhaps the recipient of this note first started reading it with gleeful joy, thinking that they had just moved into the neighborhood and already found themselves a secret admirer. The note starts by saying, "Hey, I just met you, and this is crazy," – the first lyrics to a song by Carly Rae Jepsen, in which she offers her number to a romantic interest. Unfortunately for this neighbor, things take a quick 180 when, instead of offering their number, they write, "But quit blocking our driveway."
That's hardly a warm welcome to the neighborhood, is it? Then again, if they were blocking their new neighbor's driveway, they’ve only got themselves to blame for the frosty reception.
Climbin' in Your Windows, Snatchin' Your Bikes up
Here’s a friendly neighbor’s notice with no passive aggression behind it whatsoever. They simply went out of their way to let the other tenants in the building know that the usual place they have allocated to leave their bicycles is no longer safe, as thieves have been operating in the space and cutting through bike locks. All they wanted to do was offer everyone a little heads-up, so that no one else should have to wake up to the unfortunate event of having had their bikes stolen.
It’s thoughtful, really, because they didn’t want anyone to be caught off guard, especially when it’s something as frustrating and inconvenient as losing your bike.
A Thief With a Conscience
In a turn of events, neighbor Andre's left a note to another one neighbor asking for the forgiveness of a series of unfortunate events. Those events included bringing their unwanted cat into the neighbor’s apartment and leaving it there, stealing their laptop, and committing any number of actions they simply can't remember having done. They admit to “grand theft,” but also express their genuine regret, which is certainly an unexpected twist.
It’s an unusual situation that probably had the imposed-upon neighbor struggling to know whether they should reprimand Andre or thank them for being so gracious as to admit to everything.
Not to Burst Your Bubble
Upon reading the first note, it's easy to sympathize with the disturbed apartment residents who had been kept up all night by someone’s house party. Unfortunately for them, they got the apartment wrong and ended up blaming the wrong people. It just so happens that those wrongly accused neighbors are sticklers for grammar and spelling, so they took it upon themselves to mark up the badly worded note of complaint.
They corrected the errors with a red pen, making sure to point out the mistakes before finishing it off with, "Next time blame the right apartment!" Looks like they won’t be making that mistake twice.
A Genuinely Friendly Reminder
Usually, when a neighbor leaves behind a note, it’s either to lodge a complaint or bring up some issue that’s been bothering them. Let’s be honest — it’s almost always bad news when you find a note waiting for you from someone who lives nearby. That’s precisely what makes these notes so heartwarming and refreshing, as their only intention was to spread happiness and love, instead of frustration or discontent. We have to admit, deciphering every word on these little masterpieces isn’t exactly easy, but the sentiment behind them is crystal clear.
Imagine coming home after a long day to find one of these delightful surprises on your doorstep — what a wonderful way to brighten someone’s day.
It Takes a Village
This neighbor’s note isn’t about complaining about something for a change. Rather, they wrote to their neighbors to kindly warn them about the oncoming drumming noise to be expected from their son, who had recently just gotten a new drum kit. That would normally instill a sense of horror in any neighbor, but likely, this considerate neighbor decided to beat everyone to it. They reassured everyone that the playing would cease by 8 p.m. and even offered to stop their kid from practicing if it should be disturbing anyone during the day.
They certainly seem like the right kind of people you’d want to have as neighbors — especially if you have to live next door to a budding musician!