St. Francis, WI

63 Apartments for Rent with Hardwood Floors

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

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