University Park, IL

55 Apartments for Rent with Balconies

University Park is a village in Will County, Illinois with a population of 7,129. It is one of the area's few planned communities and was originally known as Wood Hill and then as Park Forest South before the village finally settled on University Park. It sits just outside Chicago and many people use it as a bedroom community while they commute into work in the Windy City. It takes up about 10.8 square miles on the map and they are continuing to develop all of the space in order to make it an even greater place to live! It's located right off of I-57, which can get you into Chicago or downstate in Illinois super easily. The village has plans in the works for more open space, bikeways, parks and more, and is a perfect time for potential new residents to hunt for rental properties in University Park. See more

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 University Park renters. Ask about apartments on higher floors for the best views.