Carpinteria, CA 81 Apartments for Rent with Balconies

The city of Carpinteria is located by the ocean in southeastern Santa Barbara County, California. According to the 2010 U.S. Census, the population stood at just over 13,000. The region enjoys warm, dry summers where the average high temperature rarely exceeds 72 degrees. The Kppen Climate Classification system describes the climate of Carpinteria as being warm-summer Mediterranean. Winter lows tend to be around 43 degrees. Carpinteria Beach offers strong surfing swells. From May through September, seals and sea lions frequent the nearby Carpinteria Buffs, where it's also possible to spot the occasional gray whale. View Carpinteria City Guide

Balconies are a coveted amenity for many renters looking for high-rise views and opportunities for fresh air. However, you should keep in mind that balconies often come with restrictions.

Before signing a lease, ask about how many people can be on the balcony at once. Also, ask about whether you’re allowed to store a bike or other items.

You’ll also want to know about any maintenance schedules. Using your balcony as storage could result in fines and intervention from your property management.

Keep in mind that not all balconies are created equally. You may discover the views of the parking area are less than optimal or reduce your overall privacy.

Balconies can also get messy with debris, foliage, dirt, and pollen depending on your location. Renters are typically responsible for any clean-up and basic balcony upkeep.

Regardless of the issues to keep in mind, balconies are usually a big win for Carpinteria renters. Ask about apartments on higher floors for the best views.