Duvall, WA

94 Apartments for Rent with Hardwood Floors

Duvall is located on what was once the land of the Tulalip Native American tribes. The area was settled in the late 1800s by veterans of the Civil War. Duvall was incorporated as a town in Washington state in 1913. Despite being a small town, Duvall received nationwide press in 1968 when a piano was dropped from the sky by a helicopter during a rock concert. Later known as the Piano Drop, this incident inspired many events and festivals that still occur in Duvall today. Currently, Duvall has a population estimated at 7,000. Due to the population growth and in an effort to encourage tourists to visit the area, Duvall has invested a great deal of money in improving the town's infrastructure. See more

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