St. Francis, WI

76 Apartments for Rent with Balconies

With a population of only 9,365 and a land area of just 2.53 square miles, St. Francis, Wisconsin is the smallest incorporated town in the County of Milwaukee. Originally known as the Town of Lake, the then treasurer and clerk, Fred J. Schoendorf and Henry Rajchel, petitioned to have the town incorporated. Milwaukee was growing at a very fast pace, and the town was afraid it was going to be swallowed up into the city! The citizens got together and made sure that didn't happen, however, and today it remains very much its own independent town. You'll find wide open fields stretching out for miles, long, meandering streets dappled with pretty farmhouses and gorgeous views of the river! It's a small town with a lot to offer and plenty of little conveniences. It's no wonder the population is expected to continue growing over the years to come! 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 St. Francis renters. Ask about apartments on higher floors for the best views.