Hawthorn Woods, IL 120 Apartments for Rent with Balconies

Hawthorn Woods is formally considered to be a village in the Fremont and Ela townships. Voted to be incorporated into Lake County on March 10, 1958, by its own residents, Hawthorn Woods village joined the county as the 31st municipality. This village boasts a gorgeous landscape with a total of 7.92 square miles. Hawthorn Woods has been home to many famous people over the years, including Dominick Basso, a Chicago bookmaker and convict; Chelsea Brummet, singer and actress from Nickelodeon's All That; Anthony Castonzo, offensive tackle with the Indianapolis Colts; and Nancy Faust, former organist for the Chicago White Sox. If star power really does rub off, then you might want to take up residence in this village! Hawthorn Woods lauds its community as friendly, stable, and ideal for living. View Hawthorn Woods 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 Hawthorn Woods renters. Ask about apartments on higher floors for the best views.