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35 Landlords Who Seriously Failed Their Tenants, And You Are Going To Love To Hate Them

by Damjan

In an era where the elusive combination of affordability and comfort in rental spaces feels akin to hunting for unicorns, housing hunters are faced with a predicament that echoes far beyond just steep prices.

The confluence of skyrocketing rents, scarce availability, exorbitant property market rates, construction costs that could give a small nation pause and a relentless desire for amenity-laden abodes has painted a rather bleak picture for prospective renters.

Yet, it's not just the price tags that are causing migraines; it's the landlords themselves that can turn a lease agreement into a real-life horror show. These tales of tenancy torment provide stark warnings of the harrowing journeys some tenants have endured.

In the realm of renting, forging a harmonious rapport with your landlord can make all the difference between dwelling delight and domestic dread. We've culled instances where the dream of a cozy apartment devolved into chilling nightmares thanks to the antics of their very own landlords.

From intrusive inspections rivaling crime scene investigations to abrupt hikes in rent that would give even the stock market a run for its money, these anecdotes serve as cautionary narratives. The quest for a haven can swiftly mutate into a saga of stress when landlords err in the realm of tyranny.

As the search for an apartment that feels like a sanctuary becomes akin to a quest for the Holy Grail, these tales are a grim reminder that the walls within which we seek refuge can sometimes harbor more than just creaks and echoes.

In a world where even rental agreements come with affiliate links, it's high time for tenants to demand not just a roof overhead but also a haven from the trials of toxic tenancy.

1. The landlord claims that the house we are renting does not have water with high mineral content, despite our experience of boiling the water once.

1. The landlord claims that the house we are renting does not have water with high mineral content, despite our experience of boiling the water once.JohnnySniper3

2. I have been requesting the landlord to look into the issue of the drooping roof in my kitchen for several months. When I returned home tonight, I discovered the following situation.

2. I have been requesting the landlord to look into the issue of the drooping roof in my kitchen for several months. When I returned home tonight, I discovered the following situation.ZombieAbeVigoda

3. Following an exhausting day at work, during which I didn't have a chance to eat and had to wait for four hours for a sample that ended up being canceled, I returned home at 7pm only to discover all my belongings packed in garbage bags.

3. Following an exhausting day at work, during which I didn't have a chance to eat and had to wait for four hours for a sample that ended up being canceled, I returned home at 7pm only to discover all my belongings packed in garbage bags.km1180

4. This particular one is named "The Landlord Supremo."

4. This particular one is named marblesbykeys

5. The landlord informed me that he plans to use a high-pressure water spray to clean my deck.

5. The landlord informed me that he plans to use a high-pressure water spray to clean my deck.TimeIsAnEllipsis

6. This property owner attempted to utilize the Bible to increase the rent for an inappropriate individual.

6. This property owner attempted to utilize the Bible to increase the rent for an inappropriate individual.rachelbelllll

7. The landlord was unaware that he hadn't been paying the water bill. A worker from the water company arrived, discovered the irregularity, and removed the water pipe due to the fraudulent activity.

7. The landlord was unaware that he hadn't been paying the water bill. A worker from the water company arrived, discovered the irregularity, and removed the water pipe due to the fraudulent activity.uBeatch

8. landlord claimed there was no problem. However, I decided to employ a private plumber for inspection, and this is the outcome I returned to.

8. landlord claimed there was no problem. However, I decided to employ a private plumber for inspection, and this is the outcome I returned to.Vegetable-Document-4

9. Informed our landlord about the gas fireplace leaking carbon monoxide. Returned to find this enormous eyesore in our living room.

9. Informed our landlord about the gas fireplace leaking carbon monoxide. Returned to find this enormous eyesore in our living room.darbooka

10. Landlord exceeds expectations to secure rent payment

10. Landlord exceeds expectations to secure rent paymentdavie_dave

11. landlord is proposing a rent hike just one month after I've moved in, even though I only occupy the property on weekends.

11. landlord is proposing a rent hike just one month after I've moved in, even though I only occupy the property on weekends.potatosalad-_-

12. This encompasses an impressive level of kindness, intrusiveness, and passive-aggressiveness all at once. Quite astonishing.

12. This encompasses an impressive level of kindness, intrusiveness, and passive-aggressiveness all at once. Quite astonishing.emily_hillstrom

13. The landlord mistakenly believed I was a government agent and chose to lock me out in order to carry out this action. Rest in peace 3080 FE

13. The landlord mistakenly believed I was a government agent and chose to lock me out in order to carry out this action. Rest in peace 3080 FE_FedoraTipperBot_

14. This is the method the landlord used to repair the ceiling that was leaking.

14. This is the method the landlord used to repair the ceiling that was leaking.reddit.com

15. Has anyone witnessed this occurrence before? I recently relocated to a newly constructed residence, and to my surprise, the landlord simply covered a couple of wasp nests in my closet with paint.

15. Has anyone witnessed this occurrence before? I recently relocated to a newly constructed residence, and to my surprise, the landlord simply covered a couple of wasp nests in my closet with paint.bbentley4698

16. property owner has expressed concern about the number of plants we have and is requesting us to reduce their number. This outdoor space is our sole private yard, and I am primarily cultivating vegetables in it.

16. property owner has expressed concern about the number of plants we have and is requesting us to reduce their number. This outdoor space is our sole private yard, and I am primarily cultivating vegetables in it.reddit.com

17. Absolutely no usage of "Spices and Oils" allowed in any cooking.

17. Absolutely no usage of nicface

18. The layer of paint on the windowsill of my apartment is coming off. It appears that the windowsill is made of marble which was coated with whitewash.

18. The layer of paint on the windowsill of my apartment is coming off. It appears that the windowsill is made of marble which was coated with whitewash.Grabatreetron

19. My apartment owner came into my unit without giving any prior notice (which is against the law) to instruct me to clean my lint trap.

19. My apartment owner came into my unit without giving any prior notice (which is against the law) to instruct me to clean my lint trap.kiddo-l

20. During the time when my landlord was painting the apartment I'm vacating, he consumed my rare MF Doom beer that was released after the news of MF Doom's death.

20. During the time when my landlord was painting the apartment I'm vacating, he consumed my rare MF Doom beer that was released after the news of MF Doom's death.holographiclife

21. beautiful coat of paint.

21. beautiful coat of paint.Scaulbylausis

22. Transforming the wall hole into an art piece after the landlord's failure to repair it for six months.

22. Transforming the wall hole into an art piece after the landlord's failure to repair it for six months.likethecolour

23. I discovered a camera that a landlord attempted to conceal in the laundry room of a rental property. This camera is positioned to look at a mirror in my entryway, a place where I occasionally change my clothes.

23. I discovered a camera that a landlord attempted to conceal in the laundry room of a rental property. This camera is positioned to look at a mirror in my entryway, a place where I occasionally change my clothes.reddit.com

24. The toilet seat in our place got damaged, so the landlady sent us a replacement. However, she disregarded our desire for the new one to be square in shape.

24. The toilet seat in our place got damaged, so the landlady sent us a replacement. However, she disregarded our desire for the new one to be square in shape.Cwawaf

25. The landlord has proposed that rather than fixing the leaky ceilings, we consider relocating.

25. The landlord has proposed that rather than fixing the leaky ceilings, we consider relocating.No_Tension8376

26. If Karen happened to be your landlord...

26. If Karen happened to be your landlord...thiscassgirl

27. Mummified insects

27. Mummified insectschelseadotgov

28. "One of the residents living near me is completely fed up with the landlord."

28. CammysComicCorner

29. The landlord mentioned that he would be putting in shower doors.

29. The landlord mentioned that he would be putting in shower doors.royallokii

30. My girlfriend and I moved into this apartment less than a month ago. Last night, the sky began to descend.

30. My girlfriend and I moved into this apartment less than a month ago. Last night, the sky began to descend.andrewm_99

31. Our landlord repeatedly insists that there are no issues with our shower.

31. Our landlord repeatedly insists that there are no issues with our shower.Cheddar18

32. The landlord of the house I share with others has instructed me to remove my flag; otherwise, I could face eviction. I am from Austria. I'm uncertain whether I should feel insulted or amazed by his lack of intelligence.

32. The landlord of the house I share with others has instructed me to remove my flag; otherwise, I could face eviction. I am from Austria. I'm uncertain whether I should feel insulted or amazed by his lack of intelligence.TheFeistyBiscuit

33. Avoid preparing a large meal in the kitchen

33. Avoid preparing a large meal in the kitchenFensterDJ

34. When your landlord replies after a wait of nearly three weeks

34. When your landlord replies after a wait of nearly three weekstipsy_jana

35. Do landlords prefer tenants who are unaware of their rights?

35. Do landlords prefer tenants who are unaware of their rights?hasharin

In a tough housing market, scary landlord stories show that a home should be a safe place. Landlords need to be fair and kind.

We want rental relationships that feel like a team. Laws and good landlord behavior are important. When picking a place, think about the landlord too. By asking for fairness and honesty, renters can make renting better.

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