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_"Savoy, the home of sweet romance
Savoy, it wins you with a glance
Savoy, gives happy feet a chance to dance
Your old form just like a clinging vine
Your lips so warm and sweet as wine
Your cheek so soft and close to mine, divine!"_
--From 'Stompin' at the Savoy' by Ella Fitzgerald
Savoy is a self-governing village located at the southernmost point of Champaign County, Illinois. Home to a little over 7,000 residents, Savoy is a mostly professional community. More people here are employed to work in the scientific and mathematical industries than in 95% of the other towns, villages and cities in Illinois! Talk about a smart place to live. See more
Scoring an apartment with hardwood floors can be a big win for Savoy 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.