Sanford, ME 29 Apartments for Rent with Balconies

Sanford is a pretty large place at almost 50 square miles. The town proper actually includes the Village of Springvale, which is nestled in the north of the town. Springvale and Sanford used to be separate villages, and though they have merged, Springvale still retains its own identity. Sanford has been a mill town almost since its beginning. Textiles were its bread and butter for decades because of the very successful Sanford Mills. Mills grew up producing carriage blankets and then successfully moved into upholstery fabrics, fabrics used in automobiles, drapes, carpets and even uniforms during the war effort. After Mills left due to economic distress, Sanford started a grassroots campaign to draw business back to the city. Determined that Sanford is a great place to live and work, the city has since found some new industries, including aircraft parts manufacturing, to fill the space. View Sanford 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 Sanford renters. Ask about apartments on higher floors for the best views.