Utility Cost Estimates
Fixed fees and electric & gas estimates based on actual billing history from this home.
All-In Monthly Cost
Estimated total monthly outlay including rent, fixed community fees, and variable utility costs — based on actual billing history adjusted for a smaller household.
| Summer | Shoulder | Winter | Avg / mo | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rent | $2,700/mo | $2,700/mo | $2,700/mo | $2,700/mo |
| Fixed fees | ~$372.72 | ~$372.72 | ~$372.72 | ~$372.72 |
| Electric & Gas | — | — | — | — |
| Monthly total | — | — | — | — |
Electric and gas estimated from actual billing adjusted for a smaller household. Your actual costs will vary based on usage.
Fixed Monthly Fees
These amounts are consistent every month and cover essential services and community amenities.
The $322.72/mo combined (Meridian Ranch + Stonebridge) covers utilities and an exceptional amenity package. Here's what that buys compared to piecing it together in Colorado Springs.
What the $322.72/mo covers
- Meridian Ranch Rec Center — indoor pool, lap lanes, lazy river, gymnasium, cardio & weight equipment, aerobics and group fitness classes
- Meridian Fieldhouse — 45,000 sq ft indoor turf, walking track, group exercise studio, childcare
- Lodge at Stonebridge — exclusive 10,000 sq ft private clubhouse (Stonebridge residents only): fitness center, theatre room, billiards, game room, patios, meeting rooms
- 10 neighborhood parks + 500 acres of maintained trails and open space
- Water & sewer base allotment included
- Trash & recycling pickup
Colorado Springs equivalent (family)
No private clubhouse equivalent exists for renters in the Colorado Springs area at any reasonable price. There is no rec center in Peyton or Falcon — the nearest options are a 25–30 minute drive.
Water Overage Rates
The Meridian Ranch base fee includes a 5,000 gal/mo water allotment. If you exceed that, additional charges are added to your Meridian bill at these tiered rates:
| Usage tier | Overage rate |
|---|---|
| 5,001–10,000 gal | $6.38 per 1,000 gal |
| 10,001–15,000 gal | $7.45 per 1,000 gal |
| 15,001–20,000 gal | $10.28 per 1,000 gal |
| 20,001–30,000 gal | $27.65 per 1,000 gal |
| 30,001+ gal | $33.32 per 1,000 gal |
Electric & Gas by Season
Electric and gas vary significantly throughout the year. These are estimated monthly averages per season, based on actual bills adjusted for a smaller household where occupants are away during the day.
Month-by-Month
Based on nearly 2 years of actual billing (April 2024 – January 2026), adjusted for a smaller household. The right-hand total includes fixed fees of ~$372.72/mo.
What Each Fee Includes
Meridian Ranch
Water & sewer (base allotment) · Rec center access · Community pool & fitness center · Parks & trails
Billed to tenantStonebridge
Trash collection · Recycling pickup · Lodge at Stonebridge access · Community amenities
Billed to tenantInternet
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Tenant arrangesElectric & Gas
Mountain View Electric Association (MVEA) (electric) and Black Hills Energy (gas). Both require tenant to open an account directly before or at move-in.
Tenant arrangesAbout These Estimates
Electric and gas figures are based on nearly two years of actual billing records from this home (April 2024 – January 2026). The household during that period consisted of six people — including four school-age children who homeschooled — with one parent working from home full time. The property was actively occupied around the clock, which represents near-maximum consumption for a home of this size.
All electric and gas figures shown have been reduced by approximately 45–55% to reflect the lower consumption expected from a household where occupants are away during daytime hours. Your actual bills will depend on your thermostat habits, appliance use, and daily routines, and may be higher or lower than these estimates.
The Meridian Ranch fee includes a base water and sewer allotment. Consumption beyond that allotment results in additional charges. The $252.72 shown is the minimum base rate only. Heavy water users — particularly those with outdoor irrigation — should budget above the base. Community fees are subject to change by their respective associations.