Furnished vs. Unfurnished Apartments:
Compare the Full Cost
An unfurnished apartment's rent is only the starting price. At J.E., the furnishings, household essentials and monthly services that make your apartment ready to live in are already included.
Everything comes together in one convenient monthly bill.
Fully Furnished & Move-In Ready
Furniture, linens and household essentials are already in place.
Utilities Included
Electricity, heat and hot water are included, subject to allowance terms.
Complimentary Wi-Fi & Cable TV
Complimentary Wi-Fi and cable TV are included.
Health Club Membership
A complimentary local full-service health club membership is included.
Savings at a Glance
First year
$7,285
About $607 per month
Each later year
$1,560
$130 per month
Two years
$8,845
About $369 per month on average
Compare What Each Rent Actually Includes
| Furniture and household essentials | Typical unfurnished cost | At J.E. |
|---|---|---|
| Bedroom furniture and mattress | $1,500–$3,000 | Included |
| Living room furniture | $1,000–$2,000 | Included |
| Dining table and chairs | $400–$800 | Included |
| Television | $300–$500 | Included |
| Lamps and additional furnishings | $200–$400 | Included |
| Cookware, dishes and kitchen essentials | $250–$450 | Included |
| Bedding, pillows, linens and towels | $250–$400 | Included |
| Total upfront purchases | $3,900–$7,550 | Included |
Then Consider the Monthly Expenses
| Monthly expense | Pay separately | At J.E. |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity | $75–$150 | Included |
| Heat and hot water if separately billed | $75–$150 | Included |
| Wi-Fi | $50–$90 | Included |
| Cable television | $50–$100 | Included |
| Local health club membership | $40–$80 | Included |
| Total monthly expenses beyond rent | $290–$570 | Included |
Illustrative estimates for comparison purposes. Actual costs vary based on the apartment, services selected and items purchased. Some unfurnished apartments may include certain utilities. J.E. utility allowance terms apply. Streaming subscriptions are the resident's own.
First-Year and Ongoing Cost Comparison
Setup costs affect the first year. Separate monthly bills continue for as long as you stay. The example below shows how the comparison changes over time.
The Numbers Used in This Example
| Expense | Amount used | How it is calculated |
|---|---|---|
| Furniture and household setup | $5,725 | Midpoint of $3,900–$7,550 |
| Utilities, Wi-Fi, cable and health club | $5,160 per year | $430 per month × 12 |
| Additional J.E. rent in this example | $3,600 per year | $300 per month × 12 |
See How the Savings Add Up
| Time period | Calculation | Savings |
|---|---|---|
| First year | $5,725 + $5,160 − $3,600 | $7,285 |
| Each later year | $5,160 − $3,600 | $1,560 |
| Two years | $7,285 + $1,560 | $8,845 |
With the $300 monthly rent difference used in this example, J.E. is less expensive from the start—about $607 per month in the first year, $369 per month on average over two years, and $130 per month thereafter.
The avoided $5,725 setup cost alone equals about $477 per month during the first year. Actual savings vary, but that upfront advantage provides a substantial cushion even when the monthly rent difference is higher than expected.
A Comfortable Home Without the Setup
Beyond the numbers, you avoid furniture shopping, assembly, deliveries, service appointments, separate utility accounts and the work of moving, storing or selling those household items later. Your apartment is ready when you arrive, with the essentials covered in one convenient monthly bill.
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