New Resident Utility Setup
Magnolia House Apartment Utility Setup in McGregor, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at Magnolia House?
Most apartment communities like Magnolia House in McGregor 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 Magnolia House's leasing office before signing.
Moving into Magnolia House in McGregor, 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.
Magnolia House is in the Oncor Electric Delivery service area. Most Oncor addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about Magnolia House
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
Stayed over the 4th of July weekend. Town was very busy and Terri and Jennifer made every effort to make our weekend awesome. Room was fabulous, breakfast every morning was even better. My wife and I eat out very often and can say this was some of the best food we have had in…
Had the opportunity to stay at the Magnolia House back in February; what an amazing experience! The hype surrounding this "rental" does NOT do it justice. Joanne has thought out every detail to make your experience here top-notch. It all begins with its caretakers, Marianne an…
We stayed at the Magnolia house in the middle of June. I cannot tell you how wonderful the home was - you truly should rent it out and see for yourself. The exterior was beautiful and so welcoming. The inside was everything we had hoped it would be. It was clean and so ve…
Such an amazing space. 7 of us fit perfectly. The details are incredible. Just a lovely place to stay. Host was extremely helpful. A little out of the way which is good if you want quiet. That trains can be distracting and I hear Space-X tests rocket engines nearby. Just be fo…
We scheduled this trip back in October of 2020. It was a Christmas present for our family and we were looking forward to a bed and breakfast. Apparently new management took over the week were arriving. We were never told that it would no longer be a bed and breakfast. They…
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for Magnolia House
Electric Delivery (TDU)
Oncor — outage line 888-313-4747
Natural Gas
Atmos Energy
Water & Sewer
City of McGregor
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 McGregor's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for Magnolia House
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 Magnolia House.
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 Magnolia House 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 Magnolia House — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for Magnolia House
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 Magnolia House
Based on provider coverage reported for McGregor, TX:
Spectrum
T-Mobile
Rise Broadband
Moving into Magnolia House? Let's get your power on.
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