The Electric Company is one of two Utilities in Monopoly. It is among the cheapest properties, and buildings can't be placed on it.
Rents
| Electric Company | |
|---|---|
| Game | Monopoly |
| Color Group | Utility |
| Other Properties in set | |
| Cost | $150 |
| Rent | 4x Dice Roll |
| If 2 are owned | 10x Dice Roll |
| Mortage Value | $75 |
- If ONE Utility is owned, rent is 4x the number on the dice which landed the player on the utility, but if BOTH Utilities are owned, rent is 10x the amount shown on the dice.
Summary
The Electric Co. will not make you rich; the average rent is only $28 ($70 if you also own Water Works). However, it is quick to pay for itself--once three players have landed on it, average rent plus the mortgage value exceeds your initial investment--so it is still worth buying if you get the chance.
Variants
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