Are utility bills and broadband included in the rent?

Do not assume that utility bills or private broadband are included in your monthly rent. What is provided varies by apartment & development, and any included services should be clearly identified in your tenancy documents.

Every build-to-rent development lists high-speed Wi-Fi as a resident service, but this does not automatically mean that broadband inside your own apartment is part of the rent.

Bills to check

• Electricity & any separately billed heating or gas.
• Water & wastewater, where a separate domestic charge applies.
• Broadband, television subscriptions & any TV licence.
• Council tax for homes in England, where you are liable.
• Waste collection or other local charges if your agreement makes you responsible.

The arrangements in Dublin differ from England, including domestic water charging & local property tax.

Before you sign, ask for the apartment’s included-services information & the method used to bill any shared or metered utilities. We will confirm which services are covered by your rent & which are separate.