New Resident Utility Setup
Las Palomas Apartments Apartment Utility Setup in Hondo, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at Las Palomas Apartments?
Most apartment communities like Las Palomas Apartments in Hondo 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 Las Palomas Apartments's leasing office before signing.
Moving into Las Palomas Apartments in Hondo, 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.
Las Palomas Apartments is in the Oncor Electric Delivery service area. Most Oncor addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about Las Palomas Apartments
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
In other reviews you'll find a lot of wonderful things said about the Las Palomas staff (Linda, Joseph, and Jacey), and all I can say is, it's all true! New ownership has also been great, adding welcome changes like putting screens on the windows, building a much nicer and gr…
I stayed here at these apartments when I was freshly married, Linda and the office staff are extremely friendly, we stayed for a little over a year before we bought our house and we had no issues and if we ever had to change the air filters they had them readily available at t…
This is a great family friendly place. Very close to 3 schools. Right behind the apartments. Next to the city Recreation Center, which includes swimming pool, picnic area, courts and baseball field. Great side of the neighborhood in the city. Playground, 2 laundry facilit…
I have lived here over 3 years and I absolutely love the property manager here. Linda has always been very professional and friendly. I would definitely recommend this apartment complex to anyone. They have always treated me and my family amazing. I can’t say enough how gratef…
Great place and peaceful community to live at. From the front office (Linda & Jacey!) to maintenance, they are all great people and go above and beyond to get your needs taken care of. My family & I have lived here for going on 3 years and they have always been so kind and tre…
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for Las Palomas Apartments
Electric Delivery (TDU)
Oncor — outage line 888-313-4747
Natural Gas
CenterPoint Energy
Water & Sewer
City of Hondo
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 Hondo's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for Las Palomas Apartments
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 Las Palomas Apartments.
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 Las Palomas Apartments 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 Las Palomas Apartments — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for Las Palomas Apartments
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 Las Palomas Apartments
Based on provider coverage reported for Hondo, TX:
Spectrum
T-Mobile
Viasat
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