Unfortunately, many of the big power users in the house (furnace, water heater, stove and oven) are gas, so the overall PG&E bill tends to be fairly substantial.

I forgot to point out, that in the kitchen, if you can match the cabinets and countertop easily I would move the refrigerator away from the stove and place a narrow (like 18") cabinet and countertop between them.

There was even a bundle of stainless steel Samsung appliances for about $2,600 (fridge, stove/oven, dishwasher, & a mountable microwave).

Heating unit, fridge and stove seem old but work.

It can be as easy as removing the sink and stove or could require removing all partitions.  

He moves out and leaves items in the apartment ranging from a whole bed, to dishes, food in the fridge and pantry, posters on the wall and a nasty stove.

This price includes new cabinets, counter-tops in kitchen and bath, stove, possibly fridge, paint throughout, new carpet and vinyl in side A(the vacant side).  

He sat at 5 for a bit and so I said how about 4,500 and we can close as soon as my lawyer does the title search, he signed my contract and 12 days later the house was mine (and the wholesaler received $500 for the phone call, I like to take care of people who take care of me).The after pictures: Kitchen came out great, we used grout refresh to stain the grout, the appliances were $900 for Fridge, Stove, Microwave, Washer and Dryer from a local "Scratch and Dent" used appliance place.Laundry room fixed, painted with used appliances! 

I charge them to change air filters, clean the carpet, wipe out the stove, pull a screw out of the garbage disposal, haul of trash left in the garage, etc.I only have your side of it and no knowledge of your laws, management agreement, or lease agreement, but based on what you've told us, I would say you are probably paying far more than you should.My recommendation is for you to chalk this up as a learning experience and get the new tenant in.

I don't think renters insurance covers what you claim.If the tenant accidentally causes damage (tub overflows, stove catches fire, etc.) then it may be covered.