> Another thing to consider if you are planning to move to JC downtown or in Newport is that the electricity bills in those areas is significantly higher. PSEG told me it’s because of the waterfront and the constant winds in the area that lead to very high heating costs. I’ve paid 500 in peak winter in Newport.

I think what really matters is how well the building was built. I’m in a high rise downtown and my PSEG bill has never been over $60 even though I keep the thermostat at 68-70F whenever I’m home.

I used to live at the Beacon and I think the building I was in was very well insulated. And it helped that it didn’t have PTACs like so many newer buildings do. PTACs can be very inefficient, especially if they’re not maintained properly or if the apartment isn’t insulated or sealed well.