New Resident Utility Setup
Fordham at Baywood Apartment Utility Setup in Pasadena, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at Fordham at Baywood?
Most apartment communities like Fordham at Baywood in Pasadena 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 Fordham at Baywood's leasing office before signing.
Moving into Fordham at Baywood in Pasadena, 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.
Fordham at Baywood is in the CenterPoint Electric Delivery service area. Most CenterPoint addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about Fordham at Baywood
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
Nixie the Mgr here is wonderful. She makes you feel like family. I just love her so much. I lived her another time and had to move away for a little over a yr ago. Nixie let me know when an apartment came available and I couldn't get back home fast enough. I love it here!!!!!!…
We have been living at Fordham at Baywood for over two years and we love it! The property is kept up nicely and any issues are handled in a timely manner. Nixie, the manager, is over the top the bestest ever! Can’t imagine living anywhere else if you live in an apartment.
Pretty good apartment, like the floorplan. The noise from Genoa Red Bluff is quite irritating at times (a lot). Fairly secure location. Apartment manager was rude to wife. But overall, substantially better than the last apartment complex we were at.
I live in one of the cottages here. I feel safe here and enjoy the neighbors and the activities. Our manager is easy to work with and handles all our questions. I don’t think I could have chosen a better place to live
Didn’t like hearing about all the vehicle vandalism and apt break ins from the tenants and not the apartment management. Also, worried about the leaks in my hallway and my own apt and my garage. Seems like a lot. Other than that management has always been friendly and h…
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for Fordham at Baywood
Electric Delivery (TDU)
CenterPoint — outage line 713-207-2222
Natural Gas
CenterPoint Energy
Water & Sewer
Pasadena 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 Pasadena's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for Fordham at Baywood
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 Fordham at Baywood.
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 Fordham at Baywood and confirm lights, outlets, and any gas appliances are live before you sign the move-in inspection sheet.
First week
Schedule Xfinity internet installation for your first week at Fordham at Baywood — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for Fordham at Baywood
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 Fordham at Baywood
Based on provider coverage reported for Pasadena, TX:
Xfinity
AT&T FiberFiber available
T-Mobile
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