OK, the house has been rented, but what does it cost to move in? The following represents one scenario of costs associated with moving into a 'typical two-bedroom property with gas heat. It is critical that we support programs and initiatives in our communities that assist low-income individuals and families in defraying these costs!
Costs can vary dramatically depending on many variables, most especially city, location and credit history. These figures represent a non-scientific survey, we called around, of rates for the types of services listed. Your actual mileage may vary.
| Description: | Cost: | Cost Per Category: | Cumulative Totals: |
| Application Fee | $30 | ||
| Credit/Criminal/Work History | $20 | ||
| Security Deposit | $681 | ||
| 1st Month Rent | $681 | ||
| $1412 | |||
| Electric Deposit - gas heat | $125 | ||
| Gas Deposit - Gas heat | $175 | ||
| Phone Deposit | $90+ | ||
| Water Deposit | $75 | ||
| $465 | $1877 | ||
| Renter's Insurance | $150 | ||
| Moving Fees | $150 | ||
| Transportation Costs | $50 | ||
| $350 | $2227 | ||
| Stove - Used | $150 | ||
| Refrigerator - Used | $175 | ||
| $325 | $2552 | ||
| GRAND TOTAL: | $2552 |
The Fine Print:
This estimate does not include the cost of:
- lost time at work
- additional daycare deposits, costs or babysitting needs
- furniture needs
- cleaning supplies
- food
- other miscellaneous expenses
