How much are utility bills for a rental apartment in Tbilisi, and what should you check about heating before renting?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 6 days ago
TL;DR
Utility costs in Tbilisi vary a lot: one renter reported paying about 400 GEL just for gas, while another apartment stayed around 150 GEL total including internet and electricity. Before renting, check the heating setup carefully: underfloor heating may not work without proper heating, and an instant electric water heater can be weak.
What the community said
If a rental advertises underfloor heating, ask what system powers it. In a building without proper heating, you should not expect the floor heating to work well.
6 days ago underfloor heating
Apartments with an instant electric water heater may be less comfortable, because this type of heater often performs weakly and does not replace proper home heating.
6 days ago instant electric water heater
For a family-sized rental in Tbilisi, a budget of up to $1,000 can be used as a reference point for a two-room apartment with a living room, especially if you want to rent directly from the owner and avoid paying the last month upfront.
6 days ago up to $1,000
Utility bills in Tbilisi depend not only on apartment size, but also on the floor level, the building’s insulation quality, and even which direction the windows face.
6 days ago
In a less efficient apartment, the gas bill alone can reach around 400 GEL.
6 days ago 400 GEL for gas
There are cheaper cases as well: in another apartment, the total monthly utilities including internet and electricity came to about 150 GEL.
6 days ago 150 GEL including internet and electricity