How do you stop a neighbor from using your address on an Airbnb listing causing trespass and safety risks?

Lexi, Chatbot

I understand how frustrating it can be to have your address misused by a neighbor. Have you already spoken to your neighbor about this issue?

Lexi, Chatbot

Is there any documentation or evidence you have regarding the Airbnb listing that shows your address is being used without your permission?

Lexi, Chatbot

Is there anything else the lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they'll be able to help with your cease and desist letter.

Dan

Hello, and welcome to our service. My name is Daniel, and I’ve been a licensed attorney for over 22 years. I’m sorry you’re dealing with this situation, and I’ll do everything I can to help. How did this situation come about? In other words, how did it start?

Dan

Besides what you mentioned, what have you tried so far to resolve this?

Dan

Thank you for clarifying that. That’s very helpful and gives me a much better understanding. I’m putting together your answer and I expect to have it to you very shortly.

Dan

It sounds like your father-in-law has been through a lot, and I can imagine how upsetting and invasive this has felt for both him and your family. Having strangers show up at his door, especially when he lives alone at 91, would make anyone anxious. I understand you’ve already taken reasonable steps by contacting the neighbor and Airbnb, but the listing still misuses his address.

Dan

In situations like this, both property and privacy laws apply. Under property rights principles and laws such as state trespass statutes and common law misrepresentation, your father-in-law has the right to stop anyone from using his address without permission. Let’s go over a few concrete ways you can address this problem.

One option is to send a formal cease and desist letter to the neighbor. The letter should clearly state that he is misusing your father-in-law’s property address in his business listing, that it is causing repeated trespassing incidents, and that he must immediately remove or correct the address. Because Airbnb has already confirmed that only the property owner can edit their listing, the letter gives you a written record and may prompt faster action. You can draft the letter yourself or have an attorney prepare it on letterhead, which often makes it more persuasive. Include photos or screenshots of the listing and note the specific incidents of unwanted visitors.

A second step is to file a formal complaint with Airbnb’s legal department rather than the regular support team. In your submission, attach the evidence of trespass, emphasize your father-in-law’s age, and clarify that guests have entered private property and peered through windows. Airbnb’s trust and safety unit is separate from customer service, and they can launch an internal compliance review. They may choose to suspend or delist the property if the listing violates mapping or safety policies. This complaint gives you a documented record that can support any legal action if the misuse continues.

A third option is to contact local law enforcement or the county sheriff when visitors arrive. Explain that repeated entry onto the property without permission constitutes trespassing. Officers can issue a warning or summons to those arriving and to the neighbor if he knowingly allows this to keep happening. Having official reports also helps show a pattern of harm if you later need to seek an injunction or file a civil nuisance claim.

Given your father-in-law’s age and safety concerns, I recommend starting with the cease and desist letter so there is a clear, written demand for the neighbor to stop. At the same time, notify Airbnb’s legal team to push for removal from their map system. If either of those fail to resolve it quickly, local law enforcement can step in to protect your father-in-law’s peace and safety. Please let me know if these options make sense to you. I am happy to explain anything further. It's important to me that you fully understand your choices.