New Resident Utility Setup
Sussex Manor Apartments Apartment Utility Setup in Orange Grove, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at Sussex Manor Apartments?
Most apartment communities like Sussex Manor 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 Sussex Manor Apartments's leasing office before signing.
Moving into Sussex Manor 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.
Sussex Manor 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 Sussex Manor Apartments
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
I’ve had a great experience living here. The apartments are clean, well-maintained, modern, and very peaceful. The location is excellent, and the environment feels safe and welcoming. I would especially like to recommend Mario, the manager. He is extremely kind, professional,…
The manager is energetic lol. This place is a lot cleaner than it used to be. It looks like they redid the whole place. Rent is inexpensive and it's pretty close to all the stuff in Orange.
Good service any time that I contact the management! I feel happy living here!
DO NOT RENT HERE – Misleading Listings and Infestation Issues Mario is not honest about the condition of the apartments. The units are nothing like what’s advertised online – the photos are completely misleading. When I moved in, I quickly discovered a severe infestation of G…
Me and my boyfriend’s a/c broke and they closed our ticket without fixing it. It’s currently 74 in our apartment plus our upstairs neighbors a/c unit keeps getting clogged up and this is the 8th time it’s flooded our bathroom. They fix the a/c unit but it’s keeps flooding. The…
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for Sussex Manor 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 Sussex Manor 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 Sussex Manor 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 Sussex Manor 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 Sussex Manor Apartments — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for Sussex Manor 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 Sussex Manor Apartments
Based on provider coverage reported for Orange Grove, TX:
Spectrum
T-Mobile
Viasat
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