New Resident Utility Setup
Newport Oaks Apartment Utility Setup in Alvin, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at Newport Oaks?
Most apartment communities like Newport Oaks in Alvin bill electricity directly to the resident rather than including it in rent, often through a sub-meter or a RUBS (Ratio Utility Billing System) allocation. Confirm the exact billing method directly with Newport Oaks's leasing office before signing.
Moving into Newport Oaks in Alvin, Texas? Below is your verified utility setup guide — every provider, phone number, and signup link for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance at this building.
Newport Oaks is in the CenterPoint Electric Delivery service area. Most CenterPoint addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about Newport Oaks
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
I’ve had a great experience at Newport Oaks in Alvin. The community is quiet, clean, and well-kept, and the staff is always friendly and helpful. Maintenance requests get handled quickly, ( nelson is very professional and very clean )and the property feels safe and welcoming.…
"This is a great property—beautifully maintained and always looking amazing. The office staff is friendly and helpful, and the maintenance team is consistently on point. Highly recommend!"
Excellent front office staff-well organized courteous, respectful and very professional. They respond quickly to questions and make the leasing process smooth and stress -free.
Came to visit one of my close friends after she moved here and the property has so much to offer! I love the barbecue area and "porch" swings circle. The pool is a bit smaller than what I'm used to, but seems well maintained. The only drawback that I noticed was that the commu…
If i could give them 0 i would in a HEARTBEAT. Do not move here. we first moved into our 2 bed 2 bath 2 years ago and the prolonged our move in date because the apartment was filthy and still was when we moved in. we told them there was still roaches in the apartment for 2 yea…
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for Newport Oaks
Electric Delivery (TDU)
CenterPoint — outage line 713-207-2222
Natural Gas
CenterPoint Energy
Water & Sewer
City of Alvin Water Department
Est. First-Month Electric Cost
$81–$167/mo on the Texas Solar Buyback 24 plan, based on typical apartment usage of 500–1,000 kWh.
Deposit
No deposit required for qualified customers who enroll with Ambit Energy.
Delivery and rate data specific to Alvin's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for Newport Oaks
7 days before move-in
Start Ambit Energy electric service in CenterPoint's territory now, so power is already on when you carry the first box into Newport Oaks.
3 days before move-in
Call CenterPoint Energy to start gas service — most Texas gas utilities need 1-3 business days to schedule a technician.
Move-in day
Walk your new unit at Newport Oaks and confirm lights, outlets, and any gas appliances are live before you sign the move-in inspection sheet.
First week
Schedule Xfinity internet installation for your first week at Newport Oaks — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for Newport Oaks
Compared at apartment-scale usage (500–1,000 kWh/month) for the CenterPoint delivery zone.
| Plan | Term | 500 kWh Rate | 1,000 kWh Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Relief 12 | 12 mo | 22.0¢/kWh | 15.5¢/kWh |
| Texas Solar Buyback 24 | 24 mo | 16.1¢/kWh | 16.7¢/kWh |
| Texas Solar Buyback 12 | 12 mo | 16.1¢/kWh | 16.7¢/kWh |
Rates include TDU delivery charges and the E-Plan discount where offered. See the Electricity Facts Label for complete pricing details.
Neighborhood Connectivity
Internet providers near Newport Oaks
Based on provider coverage reported for Alvin, TX:
Xfinity
AT&T FiberFiber available
T-Mobile
Moving into Newport Oaks? Let's get your power on.
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