New Resident Utility Setup
Cottages at Bell Station Apartments Apartment Utility Setup in Hurst, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at Cottages at Bell Station Apartments?
Most apartment communities like Cottages at Bell Station Apartments in Hurst 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 Bell Station Apartments's leasing office before signing.
Moving into Cottages at Bell Station Apartments in Hurst, 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 Bell Station 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 Cottages at Bell Station Apartments
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
Under new management and ownership. They’re doing a great job! The Cottages at Bell Station Is a great place to live. Beautiful gated community and a great neighborhood. Fantastic culture and demon place that has made these cottage style apartment living a very family frien…
The management and maintenance team have been phenomenal. From our initial walk thru and signing we have had a great experience. The maintenance team, Heath, has been responsive and very timely in our requests. The overall complex is small and very quiet. Will give an upd…
Mr. Heath was such a great help to me. The maintenance team here is top tier. Not only did he make me a happier tenant, he took time to educate me on a few other things as well. I love this community and I’m happy to be here. I love the support that’s here.
I had a tour scheduled for 9/26/25 at 9am. No one was in the office. I texted the number, waited 20 minutes and no one showed up - didn't receive any notification until the next day asking if I wanted to reschedule. Even after then I was still interested, so I reached out agai…
After moving out, my security deposit was never returned, and there was zero communication or updates from management. They routinely ignore Texas law, which mandates returning deposits within 30 days of lease end. Rent here only if you don’t mind your rights being disregarded.
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for Cottages at Bell Station Apartments
Electric Delivery (TDU)
Oncor — outage line 888-313-4747
Natural Gas
Atmos Energy
Water & Sewer
City of Hurst
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 Hurst's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for Cottages at Bell Station 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 Cottages at Bell Station Apartments.
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 Bell Station 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 Cottages at Bell Station Apartments — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for Cottages at Bell Station 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 Cottages at Bell Station Apartments
Based on provider coverage reported for Hurst, TX:
Spectrum
AT&T FiberFiber available
Frontier
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