Rental Move-In Cost Planner. Estimate the upfront cost of moving into a rental property by combining rent, deposit, agent fees, moving expenses and other setup costs.. Moving into a rental property can involve more than simply paying the first month's rent. Depending on the property and location, you may also need to budget for a security deposit, advance rent, agent fees, moving costs, utility setup, furniture and other expenses. The Prozameen Rental Move-In Cost Planner brings these costs together so you can estimate the total amount you may need before or around move-in day. Click Here to Check Prozameen Property Ownership Cost Planner How to Use the Tool Enter the amounts that apply to your rental: First Month's Rent Security Deposit Advance Rent Agent or Brokerage Fees Moving Costs Utility Setup or Deposits Furnishing and Setup Costs Other Move-In Costs If an expense does not apply, enter 0. The tool will calculate your Estimated Total Move-In Cost. What Are Rental Move-In Costs? Move-in costs are the upfront expenses associated with starting a new rental. For example, a tenant may need to pay the first month's rent and security deposit before receiving the keys. Other expenses such as moving, utility deposits or basic furniture can increase the initial amount required. Looking at these costs together can make budgeting for a move much easier. First Month's Rent Enter the first rental payment required when moving into the property. Security Deposit Enter the refundable or non-refundable deposit required by the landlord, where applicable. Advance Rent Include any additional rent that must be paid in advance beyond the first month's payment. Agent or Brokerage Fees Enter any rental-agent or brokerage charges that you are responsible for paying. Moving Costs Include movers, transportation, packing materials or other relocation expenses. Utility Setup or Deposits Include deposits or connection costs for electricity, water, gas, internet or similar services. Furnishing and Setup Costs Include furniture, appliances, household essentials or other initial setup expenses. Other Move-In Costs Use this field for costs that do not fit into the other categories. Renters comparing upfront rental expenses with ownership can also review the Rent vs Buy Market Report 2026 and the Is It Better to Rent or Buy a Home in 2026? Q&A. Important Information Rental rules and move-in costs vary considerably between countries, cities and landlords. Security deposits, advance-rent requirements, brokerage fees and other charges may also be regulated differently depending on the location. This tool only adds the amounts entered and does not determine whether a particular rental charge is legally permitted.