A fee for the upkeep and maintenance of common areas in an apartment or condominium (e.g., lighting, elevators); often used interchangeably with 'management fee'.
毎月の家賃と一緒に共益費も銀行振込で支払っている。
I pay the monthly rent together with the common-area fee by bank transfer.
共益費には共有スペースの清掃代や電気代が含まれることが多い。
Common-area fees often include cleaning costs and electricity for shared spaces.
入居前に共益費の金額と内訳を確認しておいてください。
Please check the amount and breakdown of the common-area fee before moving in.