New Resident Utility Setup
Pine Hollow Apartments Apartment Utility Setup in Orange Grove, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at Pine Hollow Apartments?
Most apartment communities like Pine Hollow Apartments in Orange Grove 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 Pine Hollow Apartments's leasing office before signing.
Moving into Pine Hollow Apartments in Orange Grove, 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.
Pine Hollow Apartments is in the AEP Central Electric Delivery service area. Most AEP Central addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about Pine Hollow Apartments
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
Living at Pine Hollow Apartments has been a great experience. The community is well-kept, quiet, and has a very welcoming atmosphere. One of the biggest highlights has been working with Penny, the property manager. She is always professional, approachable, and quick to respond…
Moved here from Houston, sight unseen and Ms. Penny was wonderful in making sure the process was smooth and easy! She emailed us pictures of our beautiful apartment and answered all our questions in a timely manner. We absolutely love the complex as it is super quiet and well…
Had a great experience today with Ms. Penny she helped me and my family out. She takes her time and give you every little detail this place is wonderful, peaceful, and quiet I recommend this property to anyone that’s looking for something affordable good staff and a nice commu…
Very quiet, and clean neighborhood. We love everything about this apartment complex. Penny in the office is great, she goes out of her way to make sure everything gets taken care of quickly and efficiently. I recommend this place to anyone looking for a safe, comfortable and a…
Pine Hollow Apartments is one of the best apartment complexes around. It is very neat, quiet, and safe. The grass is always cut, and always looks amazing. Penny in the office is great, and she goes way out of her way to help with anything you need.
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for Pine Hollow Apartments
Electric Delivery (TDU)
AEP Central — outage line 866-223-8508
Natural Gas
CenterPoint Energy
Water & Sewer
Orange Grove Public Utilities
Est. First-Month Electric Cost
$83–$173/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 Orange Grove's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for Pine Hollow Apartments
7 days before move-in
Start Ambit Energy electric service in AEP Central's territory now, so power is already on when you carry the first box into Pine Hollow Apartments.
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 Pine Hollow 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 Pine Hollow Apartments — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for Pine Hollow Apartments
Compared at apartment-scale usage (500–1,000 kWh/month) for the AEP Central delivery zone.
| Plan | Term | 500 kWh Rate | 1,000 kWh Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Relief 12 | 12 mo | 23.5¢/kWh | 17.2¢/kWh |
| Texas Solar Buyback 24 | 24 mo | 16.6¢/kWh | 17.3¢/kWh |
| Texas Solar Buyback 12 | 12 mo | 16.6¢/kWh | 17.3¢/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 Pine Hollow Apartments
Based on provider coverage reported for Orange Grove, TX:
Spectrum
T-Mobile
Viasat
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