Seems like house #2 is behind a fence, so that's something to add to the equation. I'm in the same camp as those saying, "Whatever- do what you want and take your risk."
Not that I wouldn't enjoy living in house #1, but I'm not the sort of person to worry about the neighbors.
That said, I was once offered $100 to paint my own garage door... so you might get an idea of how I roll from that.


/would always park cars indoors if possible.