The holidays bring a ton of excitement to apartment living—and more than a little extra activity. Guests, deliveries, and packages all increase during this festive time of year. We’re part of the fun too! After all, we’re running our Holiday Lights Contest through December 31, giving you the chance to win $100 off your rent just for decorating your apartment.
With all of this in mind, it’s important to remember a few apartment etiquette tips. While the holidays are joyful, they can also be stressful for many. The tips below are holiday-tailored and designed to help keep spirits bright—not just yours, but your neighbors’ as well.
NOISE AWARENESS: BE MINDFUL OF VOLUME
Music, TV, and gatherings can be both joyous and noisy—and sound travels easily in apartments. Your unit is attached to others (sometimes two or three, depending on the building), so it’s important to be mindful of volume, especially after 10:00 p.m. While we fully support celebrating, we also want to help prevent issues between neighbors who prefer a quieter environment.
A WORD ON GUESTS AND GATHERINGS
Keep guest numbers reasonable for your space. While inviting your entire family and friend group may sound fun, your studio apartment might disagree. Managing the number of guests helps control noise and, if you live on an upper floor, minimizes excess stomping for neighbors below.
Please also be mindful of shared entrances and common areas. If you’re hosting several guests, ask them to street park or park somewhere other than the lot. If a vehicle does not have a Lobos parking tag (which are only issued to residents and employees) and someone calls for a tow, it will be towed—definitely a holiday buzzkill.
The same goes for hallways and entrances. Avoid piling shoes, blocking doorways, or crowding common spaces. Remind your guests that these are shared areas and that building rules and quiet hours still apply. If guests are staying overnight, ensure sleeping arrangements do not block exits or heaters. Also, try to keep sleeping areas elevated—sleeping directly on the floor can get quite cold.
DECORATION CONSIDERATION
Hey, we love holiday decorations. We give away hundreds of dollars in rent credits each year through our Holiday Lights Contest because we genuinely enjoy seeing your creativity. Winners are randomly selected—because choosing favorites would be impossible.
That said, a little consideration goes a long way. Extremely bright lights, noisy décor (think motion-activated singing Santas placed in hallways), or anything that poses a fire hazard or blocks common spaces should be reconsidered. Festive is great—safe and neighbor-friendly is even better.
DELIVERIES, DELIVERIES, AND MORE DELIVERIES!
If you’re anything like us, online shopping ramps up during the holidays. While it makes gift-giving easier, it also comes with a few apartment-living considerations. Package pileups in lobbies aren’t fun—for residents, for our cleaning staff working to keep spaces looking great, or for delivery drivers trying to squeeze in just one more box.
Please pick up your packages promptly. If you’re worried about being away or schedule conflicts, consider using an Amazon pickup location. Amazon Lockers are often nearby and can be a convenient alternative. Click here for more information on Amazon pick-up locations.
As the holiday season continues, a little extra awareness goes a long way in keeping our community comfortable, safe, and enjoyable for everyone. Being mindful of noise, guests, décor, and deliveries helps ensure that all residents can celebrate in their own way—whether that means hosting gatherings or enjoying some well-earned quiet time. We’re grateful to be part of such a vibrant community and love seeing the festive spirit throughout our buildings.
Thank you for doing your part to make apartment living positive and respectful during this busy season. We hope you enjoy the remainder of the holidays, have fun participating in the Holiday Lights Contest, and finish out the year feeling at home. Happy holidays from all of us at Lobos Management!