Fairlawn, OH

44 Apartments for Rent with Hardwood Floors

Founded as a hamlet back in 1891, Fairlawn, Ohio, started when the Northern Ohio Railroad was constructed, gaining a mill, blacksmith, general store and other shops by 1908; it became a city in 1970. A suburb of Akron located in Summit County, Fairlawn, Ohio has a population of just over 7,400 as of the 2010 census. It's a part of the Akron Metropolitan Statistical area. Interstate 77 bisects the community and offers easy travel into Akron, just eleven minutes away. See more

Scoring an apartment with hardwood floors can be a big win for Fairlawn 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.