Self-installation
Receive your Gateway in the mail and complete setup in minutes. Available to most AT&T Internet 100 customers and select fiber customers.
AT&T SERVICES
Internet for apartments
No price increase at 12 months, no annual contract, no data caps, and no gateway fees.
Limited availability in select areas.
Fiber internet for apartments — it’s a thing
Fiber isn’t just for homeowners. Select the state where you're moving to see if AT&T Fiber is available at your next rental.
Limited availability in select areas.
EQUIPMENT & INSTALLATION
Setting up your Gateway to apartment internet
Every Wi-Fi® Gateway from AT&T supports the speeds in your apartment internet plan and includes the dual- or tri-band technology needed to reach devices in every room1. You may be able to set up service yourself — call 1-833-815-1260 now to ask about installation options at your address.
Professional installation
Let an expert assess and configure your Wi-Fi for the best signal. Available to all AT&T customers and includes new fiber wiring, if needed.
1Coverage may require AT&T Extended Wi-Fi Coverage Service for an add’l monthly chrg.
Recommended internet speeds from AT&T for apartments
For help choosing between AT&T internet plans for apartments, compare your living situation and lifestyle with the numbers below. These aren’t hard-and-fast rules, so jump to the next speed if your household size has more devices, gaming habits, or side gigs than most.
100 Mbps | 300 Mbps | 500 Mbps | 1 Gig | 2+ Gigs | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartment size | Studio–1 BR | Studio–1 BR | 1 BR–2 BR | 2–3 BR | 3+ BR |
Household size | 1–2 people | 1–2 people | 1–3 people | 2–4 people | 4+ people |
Devices per person | 1–2 | 1–2 | 2–3 | 3–4 | 4+ |
Kinds of activities | Streaming, work/study, some gaming | Streaming, work/study, moderate gaming | Streaming, work/study, heavy gaming | Streaming, work/study, heavy gaming, content creation | Streaming, work/study, heavy gaming, content creation, VR/AR |
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get internet when I move into an apartment?
If you move into a multi-unit building with AT&T internet already installed in your condo or apartment, you don’t need to do anything to get internet installed. An AT&T Wi-Fi Gateway should come preinstalled in your unit so you can start using service the day you move in. Contact your property manager to determine if service is billed through them or if you need to establish a personal account with AT&T.
How many Mbps do I need for an apartment?
The size of your place doesn’t matter too much when choosing internet for your apartment — what matters more is (a) what you do online and (b) how many devices you use the busiest times on your apartment internet.
Add more Mbps for data-heavy activities. Every action done on your apartment internet takes speed/Mbps to complete. Loading text takes just a little speed, while loading graphics and sound takes a lot — especially when loading continuously, at a high resolution, e.g., when streaming, conferencing, or gaming in HD.
Add more Mbps for each device you use. Each activity you do requires its own data stream. If you’re going to scroll social media on your phone while streaming on a big-screen TV, you need Mbps for both devices. If a housemate is doing the same in the next room, they’ll need that same amount of bandwidth besides.
Get enough Mbps for the busiest times on your network. No one wants to take turns in this connected age. Get enough Mbps to cover when everyone is online, or you’ll find yourself frustrated with your speed choice pretty quickly.
View our recommended speeds chart above for help choosing internet for your apartment.
Is 500 Mbps good for an apartment?
The activities you do online and the number of devices you use matter more than the size of your home.
Apartment internet options from AT&T start at up to 300 Mbps,† great for apartment households of one or two people and a few devices each.
Speeds up to 500 Mbps† can work great for a slightly bigger household — or a smaller one passionate about gaming, HD/4K streaming, content creation, and similar data-heavy activities.
✝︎Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds may vary. For more info, go to www.att.com/speed101.
Can you install your own internet in an apartment?
Most customers of AT&T Internet 100 can install internet in their condos and apartments. AT&T Fiber customers, however, usually have to schedule professional installation so an expert can switch out the old copper wiring for a new fiber line.
Whatever AT&T service you order, make sure you get approval to install service from your landlord, management company, or HOA.
How much is Wi-Fi for a small apartment?
All AT&T internet plans include Wi-Fi — you won’t pay extra fees for your Wi-Fi Gateway lease. Find pricing on AT&T internet for apartments here.
Does AT&T offer Wi-Fi for apartment complexes?
Yes! AT&T internet plans for condos or apartments can attract the 89% of renters interested in High-Speed Internet — or who won’t even rent without it.
Consider including internet in the rental package to increase the convenience factor, and assure residents they’ll keep their privacy with the built-in AT&T ActiveArmorSM security. Call 1-833-815-1260 to get a quote for AT&T internet and Wi-Fi for apartment complexes today.
Based on 2022 NMHC/Grace Hill Renter Preferences Survey Report