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The legend goes like this: Early French explorers were making their way down the dirty Chippewa River— mud-ridden and murky from the rain— in search of fresh water to drink. They were thirsty, tired and losing hope when one man stumbled upon a then-unnamed body of water, rejoicing, "Voici l'eau claire!"(“Here is clear water!”) The group stayed on the banks of what is now the Eau Claire River to settle the area and thus, the birth of Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Today, the quaint community of 65,000 (i...
This college town in northwestern Wisconsin sits about an hour and a half from St. Paul, Minnesota amid the “Driftless Zone,” a geographical peculiarity that, due to a lack of glacial drift, left the region with deep river valleys. But don’t be fooled by the “vast-nothingness” sound of the name. Eau Claire, Wisconsin is plenty populated with bustling college students, avid sports fans (“Go Bluegolds!”), and a thriving commercial district. The city holds the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and Immanuel Lutheran College, as well as a couple of trade schools, making it vibrant and politically diverse. In 2007, Eau Claire was named by America’s Promise Group as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People. View Eau Claire 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 Eau Claire renters. Ask about apartments on higher floors for the best views.