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  I have been trying to decide if I want to move into an apartment at the end of my school year (over Julyish), but I am not sure about certain things. I know rent is around $400, give or take(from people Ive talked to who know the prices of rent at local aparments), however I know zero about other bills, like heat, electrcity, water, ect.What different types are there, and what do you think they would run(anyone living in an apartment what do they cost you?) I am in Oklahoma, I dont now if that matters. ThanksTS   
  Some apartments pay for utilities so you should check that out first. If they do not, then you can call the local electric and water company to find out what rates average in an apartment complex.   ;  Your university should have an off-campus housing section in its Student Housing division that can provide you all this information for your local area.   ;  Water is typically very cheap, so my complex pays for it.  I lived with 3 other guys in a 4br/2bth place and we each paid ~$65 a month for electriciy and cable/internet/phone service.  The internet package was $100 plus taxes total, so electricity was about $160 a month total.  For 4 computer addicts.   ;  Gas, water, electricity, and phone are the basics.   ;  How long are you staying in the flat? Not entirely clear from your OP [oh]I ask because, at least here in the UK, many utility companies specify a minimum (e.g. 6 months) term on their contacts. I've known a couple of people who've been stung by cancelling/leaving before their minimum term is up.Could be worth considering.Jack   ;Quote:Original post by jollyjeffersHow long are you staying in the flat? Not entirely clear from your OP [oh]I ask because, at least here in the UK, many utility companies specify a minimum (e.g. 6 months) term on their contacts. I've known a couple of people who've been stung by cancelling/leaving before their minimum term is up.Could be worth considering.Jack3 years most likley. Thanks for all the replies guys.   ;  My sewage/water/trash/"complimentary services" bill last month was $12.00, my rent is $500, $70 for internet/cable, $110!!! for electricity (I have a studio and I'm 12 hour a day computer user). Those are the only bills we pay for the apartment, or should I say I pay. It sucks man if you have an option to live at home TAKE IT!!!! I know its uncool but it's "free". edit: oh yea, and I have insurance on all my stuff, its like $250 a year I think.   ;  As others have stated:Gas (if you have it), Water, Electricity, waste disposal.Renters Insurance.  Carport/Garage if they give you that option & you take it.  Some places charge parking fees.Security Deposit.Your lease rate.  If you want to leave early, you'll end up paying a hefty fee.Then your base rent. (And if you have to do laundry...)  Plus, take into consideration that just your normal bills such as food, gas, etc, add up quickly.Also, these things vary significantly depending on where you live, so I really can't give a suggestion of a good price.   ;Quote:Original post by honayboyzMy sewage/water/trash/"complimentary services" bill last month was $12.00, my rent is $500, $70 for internet/cable, $110!!! for electricity (I have a studio and I'm 12 hour a day computer user). Those are the only bills we pay for the apartment, or should I say I pay. It sucks man if you have an option to live at home TAKE IT!!!! I know its uncool but it's "free". edit: oh yea, and I have insurance on all my stuff, its like $250 a year I think.Homes about 300 miles away, so its not really an option.   