New Resident Utility Setup
Smart Living at Texas City Apartment Utility Setup in La Marque, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at Smart Living at Texas City?
Most apartment communities like Smart Living at Texas City in La Marque 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 Smart Living at Texas City's leasing office before signing.
Moving into Smart Living at Texas City in La Marque, 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.
Smart Living at Texas City is in the CenterPoint Electric Delivery service area. Most CenterPoint addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about Smart Living at Texas City
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
From the moment I moved into Smart Living Texas City, Krystal—our property manager—has been a complete game-changer. She makes everything so easy. Whether it's a simple question about a lease, a maintenance concern, or anything in between, she always responds quickly, and she…
I have been living here almost 3 years. Maintenance is amazing. They respond within minutes. The manager, Liz assistant manager Crystal and Jesenia are awesome people. I lived in a two two flat, which was beautiful. Now I live in a townhome and it’s beautiful. It includes a ba…
Visited Smart Living of Texas City and I’m pleased to say the property is really nice. I will definitely recommend to friends and family for a perfect living space.LaTasia,Krystal and Yensenia were AMAZING on my tour.
Currently going to be a new resident here , and the staff members are so nice and understanding! I want to give big kudos to LaTasia C. For making my move in process so sweet and smooth! Thank you ladies a lot.
EDITED 12/2/25 Was finally able to get out of this place. the lasiest management, one doesnt know what the other is doing. all they care about is the next persons to lease an apartment too. The apartments are section 8 government housing and it shows. trash all over the park…
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for Smart Living at Texas City
Electric Delivery (TDU)
CenterPoint — outage line 713-207-2222
Natural Gas
CenterPoint Energy
Water & Sewer
City of La Marque Water Department
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 La Marque's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for Smart Living at Texas City
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 Smart Living at Texas City.
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 Smart Living at Texas City 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 Smart Living at Texas City — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for Smart Living at Texas City
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 Smart Living at Texas City
Based on provider coverage reported for La Marque, TX:
Spectrum
Xfinity
AT&T FiberFiber available
Moving into Smart Living at Texas City? Let's get your power on.
Sign up for Ambit Energy online in minutes — same-day service available for most La Marque addresses.