Riverside, IL

459 Apartments for Rent with Hardwood Floors

How'd you like to live inside the National Register of Historic Places? The entire village of Riverside received that honor in 1970 because it was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the Father of Landscape Architecture. Circular towers, arched windows and walls studded with stones and beams transport you to a Victorian English fantasy but the Craftsman-style punctuations remind you that you're still in the U.S. Appropriately enough, the southern border of this hamlet follows the Des Plaines River. See more

Scoring an apartment with hardwood floors can be a big win for Riverside renters. They`re typically a beautiful addition to your space. They’re also easier to clean and sweep, particularly if you have pets.

However, there are some downsides. Hardwood floors carry sounds. They can also make your apartment noisy for your roommates and downstairs neighbors.

Ask the landlord or property manager about the hardwood floors before signing a lease. Are they actually hardwood or a popular composite alternative? The latter is probably easier to clean and care for than the real thing.

It’s also important to ask about who’s responsible for any damage to the floors and what that entails. Your security deposit could take a hit from scratches, dents, and other damage.

Consider the type of climate you live in. Hardwood floors typically don’t fare well in damp climates full of moisture. Stains and buckling are common in hardwood floors after rain flooding or excessive moisture.

However, hardwood floors can be ideal for dry climates or sunny areas for renters who love the way they look.