New Resident Utility Setup
The Ellis Apartment Utility Setup in Carrollton, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at The Ellis?
Most apartment communities like The Ellis in Carrollton 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 The Ellis's leasing office before signing.
Moving into The Ellis in Carrollton, 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.
The Ellis is in the Oncor Electric Delivery service area. Most Oncor addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about The Ellis
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
I can't say enough great things about my experience with Ms. Andrienne Harris at The Ellis. She truly went above and beyond to help me find the perfect apartment. From touring the property and amenities to walking me through the leasing process and even helping expedite my mov…
I can't say enough positive things about The Ellis and their staff. Claudia Rubio took the time to really make me feel like a valued resident before I even started living here. From the application process to the move in, she made it completely seamless and the best experience…
Claudia was absolutely amazing to work with! From our first conversation, she was professional, friendly, and genuinely invested in helping me find the right apartment—not just an apartment. She took the time to understand what I was looking for, answered every question thorou…
I've been here about a year. Overall everything is great, when there is an issue, I just put my request in the portal and either in day 2 or 3 they will have a service staff come over and fixing stuff. There are some pet stations inside the community which is very nice for peo…
I wish I could give a lower rating due to how this complex made me feel. I actually liked this place but how Chalyann treats people and dismissed me changed that completely. I gave my notice that I won’t be renewing my lease. The vary next day I get a notice stating that I’m d…
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for The Ellis
Electric Delivery (TDU)
Oncor — outage line 888-313-4747
Natural Gas
Atmos Energy
Water & Sewer
City of Carrollton Water Services
Est. First-Month Electric Cost
$85–$176/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 Carrollton's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for The Ellis
7 days before move-in
Start Ambit Energy electric service in Oncor's territory now, so power is already on when you carry the first box into The Ellis.
3 days before move-in
Call Atmos 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 The Ellis and confirm lights, outlets, and any gas appliances are live before you sign the move-in inspection sheet.
First week
Schedule Spectrum internet installation for your first week at The Ellis — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for The Ellis
Compared at apartment-scale usage (500–1,000 kWh/month) for the Oncor delivery zone.
| Plan | Term | 500 kWh Rate | 1,000 kWh Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Relief 12 | 12 mo | 23.0¢/kWh | 16.5¢/kWh |
| Texas Solar Buyback 24 | 24 mo | 17.0¢/kWh | 17.6¢/kWh |
| Texas Solar Buyback 12 | 12 mo | 17.0¢/kWh | 17.6¢/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 The Ellis
Based on provider coverage reported for Carrollton, TX:
Spectrum
AT&T FiberFiber available
Frontier
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