Decades ago, when we first moved to sd county, we lived probably within a quarter mile of the otay landfill for a couple years. Long story. But i can tell you not once did we ever smell or hear anything from that landfill. We lived on the western edge. I wouldnt have any issues buying close to a landfill if i loved the house. I wouldnt buy ON a landfill, but close to one? No problem.