In a world where tenant complaints about landlords often dominate online discussions, a recent story shared on Reddit has won hearts for its positive sentiment. Normally, Reddit also serves as a platform for tenants to vent about issues ranging from unresponsive property managers to unreasonable rent increases. But amid this deluge of complaints, a rare and touching account of a landlord’s kindness has surfaced, sparking widespread praise and discussion about the value of good landlords.

An unexpected gesture of kindness

The story begins with a tenant who shared a heartwarming experience with his 65-year-old landlord in Bengaluru on Reddit. The tenant, who has lived in the landlord’s building for five years, recounted a moment that left him smiling from ear to ear. “My landlord treated me to dinner today,” the post read. “This is a beautiful moment for me and I wanted to share what a nice guy my owner is.”

Five years without rent increase

What makes this story even more remarkable is that the landlord has not raised the tenant’s rent in the five years they’ve lived there. “And the best part,” the tenant added, “he hasn’t raised the rent in 5 years. I’m basically paying the same rent as I was in 2018.” The tenant also mentioned that the landlord occasionally tells stories about his “very successful daughters,” adding a personal touch to their relationship.

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Social media reacts with mixed feelings

The post quickly went viral, garnering over 1.5 upvotes and a flood of comments from Reddit users moved by the story. Many shared their own varied experiences with landlords and highlighted how rare such kindness is. One user commented, “Meanwhile, my landlord raises the rent every year,” while another wrote, “My landlord checks our income at renewal, judges our bank accounts, and raises the rent for the next family by $800 when we finally move out.”

Despite the many stories of problematic landlords, this story reminds us that kind and considerate landlords still exist. The Bengaluru landlord’s gesture not only made his tenant’s day, but also left a lasting impression on the online community, proving that small acts of kindness can have a big impact.