Are you moving from a house to an apartment? If so, you might be surprised at how different the costs can be. For example, when living in an apartment, you usually won’t have to pay city utilities, such as trash collection and sewage fees, but living in an apartment has its own fees you might not be aware of. Read on to learn more about what to consider when evaluating the cost of apartment life.

Electricity

Electricity will typically be the biggest utility, especially if you live in Florida where air conditioning is your best friend! Even so, electricity costs are usually much lower in an apartment since you have much less space to cool down than you do in a house.

Cable & Internet

Once upon a time, cable was standard in every household. With the rise of streaming services, however, many people are choosing to cut the cord and opt to simply pay for an internet connection, instead. The choice is yours—just remember that whatever you choose will make a big difference in your entertainment utility costs!

Renter’s Insurance

Perhaps one of the most important costs of apartment life: renter’s insurance. While many choose to opt out, it’s always a good idea to protect yourself in case of burglary or natural disaster, especially if you own expensive assets, such as a fancy bike, a laptop, or a professional-quality DSLR camera.

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