While paying attention to the rental amount each month is important to ensure you can afford to live there and not stretch your budget too much, you also need to remember the costs of utilities on top of it. Many renters forget about utilities and find that they can push the apartment out of their budget once they move in. There are a few things that you can do to help limit the amount you spend on utilities, but you still need to factor them into your budget.

In some apartments, the utilities, or at least a few of them, will be automatically included in the cost of your rent. If this does happen, water and sometimes electricity are included. Some landlords will include all the utilities, though the rental amount will be a bit higher when you do this. Others will only include some of the utilities in the cost of the apartment. And others will not include any of them at all.

It is hard to know ahead of time the utilities are going to cost you because it depends on the size of the apartment unit, how many people will call it home, and how much you use the utilities. However, the average cost for utilities in apartments is about $172 a month. There are definitely ways that you can cut down on these bills, keeping it cooler in the winter and warmer in the summer in the apartment, conserving water, and more.

You can also look at some of the extras for utilities and see whether you can save money on them. Most apartments do not come with Wi-Fi, so you can shop around if you need internet or look at whether there are some different deals. You may find that streaming is enough, without having to pay for cable to watch some of your shows. Using natural light as much as possible, keeping your water usage down, and having smart appliances in the apartment will help you save more money on utilities.

Come and check out some of our one bedroom apartments for rent in downtown San Diego. We are proud to offer some of the best apartments and amenities that you need, with some great locations to make you feel comfortable from the moment you walk in the door. One-bedroom apartments are perfect for you, providing you with a ton of space and privacy that you need. Come and take a look at some of our apartments in San Diego to ensure that you can find your new home and get the best results.