New Resident Utility Setup
Urban at Montrose Apartment Utility Setup in Houston, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at Urban at Montrose?
Most apartment communities like Urban at Montrose in Houston 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 Urban at Montrose's leasing office before signing.
Moving into Urban at Montrose in Houston, 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.
Urban at Montrose is in the CenterPoint Electric Delivery service area. Most CenterPoint addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about Urban at Montrose
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
We had a wonderful stay and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The space was absolutely pristine—spotlessly clean, well cared for, and very comfortable. It truly felt like a home away from home. The host D, was fantastic: friendly, responsive, and thoughtful, making…
I had a very pleasant stay at this property as a solo traveler. The home was exceptionally clean, spacious, and well maintained. The environment felt safe, which made our stay very comfortable. The layout provided plenty of space, and everything was exactly as described. We tr…
I will be back! I am from Houston and come home often. This location is central, close to lots of options and easy to get to. We walked around the area quite a bit and visited the great bar around the corner (like a three minute walk. When we needed help, the host was right th…
Such a cute place! It was very clean and comfortable. We would definitely recommend. It is close to the little town of Gruene and New Braunfels. Easy to get around from this location. It truely is nice, clean and comfortable! A 10 in our opinion. We will stay here again . G…
I picked the Urban because it was centrally located for our Houston trip. It’s a lovely complex with clean units. We had a noise issue the first few nights that was not the fault of the complex. They were able to move us to another unit. They were responsive and professional.
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for Urban at Montrose
Electric Delivery (TDU)
CenterPoint — outage line 713-207-2222
Natural Gas
CenterPoint Energy
Water & Sewer
Houston Water Works
Est. First-Month Electric Cost
$81–$167/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 Houston's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for Urban at Montrose
7 days before move-in
Start Ambit Energy electric service in CenterPoint's territory now, so power is already on when you carry the first box into Urban at Montrose.
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 Urban at Montrose and confirm lights, outlets, and any gas appliances are live before you sign the move-in inspection sheet.
First week
Schedule Xfinity internet installation for your first week at Urban at Montrose — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for Urban at Montrose
Compared at apartment-scale usage (500–1,000 kWh/month) for the CenterPoint delivery zone.
| Plan | Term | 500 kWh Rate | 1,000 kWh Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Relief 12 | 12 mo | 22.0¢/kWh | 15.5¢/kWh |
| Texas Solar Buyback 24 | 24 mo | 16.1¢/kWh | 16.7¢/kWh |
| Texas Solar Buyback 12 | 12 mo | 16.1¢/kWh | 16.7¢/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 Urban at Montrose
Based on provider coverage reported for Houston, TX:
Xfinity
AT&T FiberFiber available
Astound
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