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Cottages at Deer Creek Apartment Utility Setup in Crowley, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at Cottages at Deer Creek?
Most apartment communities like Cottages at Deer Creek in Crowley 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 Cottages at Deer Creek's leasing office before signing.
Moving into Cottages at Deer Creek in Crowley, 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.
Cottages at Deer Creek is in the Oncor Electric Delivery service area. Most Oncor addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about Cottages at Deer Creek
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
I moved to the Cottages at Deer Creek about 3 months ago and it's been the nicest, calmest place I've lived in for many years. At first it felt like it was just too far away, but it's been fun exploring places nearby. It's near so much and about 30mins from Downtown Fort Worth…
I moved in about a month ago and everything has been great so far! My job is fully remote, and I have a GSD/Aussie shepherd mix, so having enough space to accommodate my work setup and outdoor space for my dog’s exercise was very important to me. Ashlei took the time to show…
Been here for about seven months now, and honestly one of the most friendly and well kept communities you can be apart of. Not sure what the 1 star reviews reflect, but it isn’t here. Staff has always been the friendliest and has helped me out tremendously with questions and a…
Love love love this community! I had a few hiccups, but Abi, Cameron, and Ashley made it their duty to make sure I felt comfortable and treated accordingly. I enjoy the quietness over here. The office has monthly events to try and get the community together. I’m thankful to be…
Great place. Great people that work there. Unfortunately was not the place for us because we have a lot of stuff. But it would be the perfect community for a small family! The Amenities were very nice. The playground and the pool were immaculate! Definitely Pop in and see if i…
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for Cottages at Deer Creek
Electric Delivery (TDU)
Oncor — outage line 888-313-4747
Natural Gas
Atmos Energy
Water & Sewer
City of Crowley
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 Crowley's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for Cottages at Deer Creek
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 Cottages at Deer Creek.
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 Cottages at Deer Creek 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 Cottages at Deer Creek — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for Cottages at Deer Creek
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 Cottages at Deer Creek
Based on provider coverage reported for Crowley, TX:
Spectrum
AT&T FiberFiber available
Nextlink
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