Williamsville, NY

35 Apartments for Rent with Balconies

Williamsville is located in north-central Erie County, northeast of the city of Buffalo, and is the only incorporated village within the Town of Amherst. The community's first mill still stands today, a relic from the days of yore, when village founder Jonas Williams built it in 1811. Back then, Williamsville was known as Williams Mills because of its proximity to Niagara Falls, which drew the first local miller, Jonas Williams, to build mills in the area. Jonas wasn't the only miller to see the benefits of the waterfall, and soon the area was bursting with stagecoach shops, taverns, inns and several other mills. The population grew and grew, until it poured into the thousands. As of 2010, Williamsville was home to 5,300 residents. 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 Williamsville renters. Ask about apartments on higher floors for the best views.