Understanding your rental costs
As you budget your next year, it's important to be aware of what additional costs you'll need to cover and
how much money you'll need upfront in order to secure your lease.
Rental Calculator
Fill in the basics below and then move on to the next sections and we'll update your upfront, monthly, and
total costs. Even if you don't use the claculator, take a look at all the categories so you get a sense
for common costs.
Type of apartment
Number of paying tenants
Lease length (months)
Average monthly cost/tennant:
$
Upfront cash needed/tennant:
$
Monthly Rent
$
Standard monthly expenses
Electricity
$
included
Gas/Heat
$
included
Hot Water
$
included
TV
$
included
Internet
$
included
Insurance
$
included
Other
$
Optional monthly payments
Parking (Street)
$
not applicable
Parking (Garage)
$
not applicable
Gym
$
not applicable
Pet Rent
$
not applicable
Storage
$
not applicable
Other
$
Upfront fees (non-refundable)
Application Fee
$
waived
Move-in/out Fee
$
waived
Amenity Fee
$
none
Broker/Finders Fee
$
none
Pet Fee
$
not applicable
Other
$
Deposits and refundable expenses
First Month's Rent
$
waived
Last Month's Rent
$
waived
Security Deposit
$
Other
$
Promotions and concessions
Free Months of Rent
Cash/Gift Card
$