New Resident Utility Setup
Latitude 31 Apartment Utility Setup in Gardendale, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at Latitude 31?
Most apartment communities like Latitude 31 in Gardendale 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 Latitude 31's leasing office before signing.
Moving into Latitude 31 in Gardendale, 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.
Latitude 31 is in the Oncor Electric Delivery service area. Most Oncor addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about Latitude 31
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
Living at Latitude 31 Apartments for the past three years was truly a wonderful experience. From the moment we moved in, it was clear that this is a community that is well cared for and thoughtfully managed. The management team was always kind, professional, and helpful, makin…
I'd like to give thanks to both Jennifer and Maribel for walking me through the lease agreement in great detail. Because of both of these ladies, my transition into Latitude was seamless and headache free. I'm positive my stay at Latitude will not only be a pleasure, but very…
Really happy living here. Maribel is honestly one of the best managers I’ve dealt with — always friendly, easy to talk to, and actually cares about the residents. Anytime I’ve had a question or needed help, she’s been quick to respond and super helpful.
I lived at Latitude for 9 months. After moving in, I filled out an apartment form to note everything wrong with the apartment so I wouldn’t be charged before moving out, like you do anywhere else. I filled out multiple things..eg. stain on the carpet in master, bathtub is stai…
I lived in these apartments for a year in 2022, and everything was excellent, very good service. A year later I moved out and returned in 2024, and it was nothing like it had been before. They raised the bill with charges that had nothing to do with what was agreed upon in the…
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for Latitude 31
Electric Delivery (TDU)
Oncor — outage line 888-313-4747
Natural Gas
Atmos Energy
Water & Sewer
Gardendale Water Supply
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 Gardendale's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for Latitude 31
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 Latitude 31.
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 Latitude 31 and confirm lights, outlets, and any gas appliances are live before you sign the move-in inspection sheet.
First week
Schedule Optimum internet installation for your first week at Latitude 31 — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for Latitude 31
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 Latitude 31
Based on provider coverage reported for Gardendale, TX:
Optimum
T-Mobile
Viasat
Moving into Latitude 31? Let's get your power on.
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