New Resident Utility Setup
Preserve at Old Dowlen Apartment Utility Setup in Lumberton, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at Preserve at Old Dowlen?
Most apartment communities like Preserve at Old Dowlen in Lumberton 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 Preserve at Old Dowlen's leasing office before signing.
Moving into Preserve at Old Dowlen in Lumberton, 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.
Preserve at Old Dowlen is in the CenterPoint Electric Delivery service area. Most CenterPoint addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about Preserve at Old Dowlen
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
I’ve really enjoyed my time living here. It’s generally a nice and quiet place, providing a peaceful environment that’s perfect for relaxation. The workout and business centers are impressive—well-equipped and maintained, making it easy to stay active and productive... During…
Best apartment so far. Been here for 3 years, staff is top notch, maintenance team and services are great and apartments are so well maintained. Unfortunately will be moving out to Houston. I have seen many “luxury” apartments but none of them are close to this place’s, simple…
I moved in this week to Preserve at Old Dowlen, and I could not be happier. Bella, Courtney, and the leasing team went above and beyond in helping getting me settled in for my stay here, in short order. I am thankful for their efforts, and I would HIGHLY recommend this upscale…
The repair was completed but there was no communication that it had been done. Had a conversation with the maintenance lead and he said he would keep me informed. I am thankful that the repair was done but the lack of communication is not a good way to do business.
DON’T RECOMMEND THIS APARTMENT COMPLEX DUE TO MANAGEMENT. the view and neighborhood of this apartment is amazing. i love the people that live here because they’re super friendly and nice. however, i’ve been having plenty of issues in this apartment. my AC has went out 4 times…
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for Preserve at Old Dowlen
Electric Delivery (TDU)
CenterPoint — outage line 713-207-2222
Natural Gas
CenterPoint Energy
Water & Sewer
City of Lumberton 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 Lumberton's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for Preserve at Old Dowlen
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 Preserve at Old Dowlen.
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 Preserve at Old Dowlen 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 Preserve at Old Dowlen — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for Preserve at Old Dowlen
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 Preserve at Old Dowlen
Based on provider coverage reported for Lumberton, TX:
Spectrum
T-Mobile
Viasat
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