New Resident Utility Setup
The Prado Apartment Utility Setup in Del Valle, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at The Prado?
Most apartment communities like The Prado in Del Valle 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 Prado's leasing office before signing.
Moving into The Prado in Del Valle, 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 Prado 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 Prado
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
I’ve been living at The Prado and plan on renewing my lease next month because my experience here has been nothing but excellent. The leasing office has consistently provided outstanding service whenever I’ve needed assistance—they’re always friendly, responsive, and genuinely…
The Prado Apartments is a great place to live. The community feels safe, well-maintained, and welcoming, which makes a big difference when choosing a place to call home. The office staff is amazing! They are always friendly, professional, and quick to help whenever something c…
My family and I have lived at The Prado for around 6 months. We have enjoyed our experience thoroughly. The leasing office has been nothing but helpful, responsive, and caring. Jett was great to work with as we got familiar with the different layouts and finalized our leasing…
The leasing team at The Prado are amazing. From my experience working with them, they are very attentive to my clients needs and will go the extra mile to make sure they get all their questions and concerns answered. Thank you so much for all you do!
Edit: In response to mine and other negative reviews it appears that the Prado has had multiple realtors As well as others leave 5 starts reviews. That is not cool. Our experience with renting with the Prado has been nothing short of disappointing. It seems every day there is…
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for The Prado
Electric Delivery (TDU)
Oncor — outage line 888-313-4747
Natural Gas
Atmos Energy
Water & Sewer
City of Austin
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 Del Valle's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for The Prado
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 Prado.
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 Prado 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 Prado — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for The Prado
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 Prado
Based on provider coverage reported for Del Valle, TX:
Spectrum
AT&T FiberFiber available
Astound
Moving into The Prado? Let's get your power on.
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