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Nanticoke, Pennsylvania is the birthplace of the S.H. Kress stores, the chain of original "five and dime" department stores in business from 1896 to 1981. The town gets its name from Nantego, the name of the Native Americans who moved there in the 1600s.
The 10,465 people living in Nanticoke live about 8 miles southwest of Wilkes-Barre, PA. As is the case with a substantial portion of PA, over half its housing stock falls in the older/historic age range having been built prior to 1940. While this does present challenges to traditional renters, it opens up opportunities for those looking for a more unique living arrangement. Since there is a college located in the city as well as others in surrounding cities, you'll find a good range of places to rent in Nanticoke. 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 Nanticoke renters. Ask about apartments on higher floors for the best views.