Commerce, TX 39 Apartments for Rent with Balconies

The small rural town of Commerce is located in Northern Texas, at the heart of the Blackland Prairies. Although it only has a population of 9,100 permanent residents, it is the second largest city in Hunt County. This could partly be due to the more than 12,000 university students that call the city home for a good part of the year. The town itself has been around since about 1872 when two entrepreneurial young men, William Jernigan and Josiah Jackson, decided to set up shop where the downtown area is located today. Commerce got its name because of the thriving economic activity that stemmed from the vast cotton fields, superior farm and ranch lands and the rich, black gumbo prairie. The town was officially incorporated in 1885. The railroad was built through town and on to Fort Worth two years later. Today the town, and especially the university still strive to feed the entrepreneurial spirit of students and long time residents. View Commerce 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 Commerce renters. Ask about apartments on higher floors for the best views.