New Resident Utility Setup
Santa Fe Terrace Apartment Utility Setup in Plainview, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at Santa Fe Terrace?
Most apartment communities like Santa Fe Terrace in Plainview 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 Santa Fe Terrace's leasing office before signing.
Moving into Santa Fe Terrace in Plainview, 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.
Santa Fe Terrace is in the Oncor Electric Delivery service area. Most Oncor addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about Santa Fe Terrace
Top 4 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
My Mom has been at Sante Fe for almost two years. When she could no longer live alone, but remained as independent as ever, we decided that Sante Fe would allow her the transition help she needed. It also allowed her to remain in Plainview where her life-long friends and neig…
Santa Fe Terrace has been our mom’s home since January 2023 when she could no longer live alone. When she first moved in, the staff accommodated her needs to make her one room apartment feel like home as they allowed her to decorate with her own furniture and decor. The facili…
Came to family night to provide information of my foot care services to the residents. Staff was amazing. I was so welcomed by ALL staff! The facility was so clean and so presentable! I highly recommend this facility for your loved one! Residents were so involved with the acti…
Place is a good place for long term care of people who can no longer live independent. Nice rooms, activities to involve residents, has room for relatives to celebrate events for their loved one, staff are involved with residents from nursing to maintenence in making the room…
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for Santa Fe Terrace
Electric Delivery (TDU)
Oncor — outage line 888-313-4747
Natural Gas
Atmos Energy
Water & Sewer
City of Plainview
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 Plainview's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for Santa Fe Terrace
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 Santa Fe Terrace.
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 Santa Fe Terrace and confirm lights, outlets, and any gas appliances are live before you sign the move-in inspection sheet.
First week
Schedule Optimum internet installation for your first week at Santa Fe Terrace — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for Santa Fe Terrace
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 Santa Fe Terrace
Based on provider coverage reported for Plainview, TX:
Optimum
T-Mobile
Viasat
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