New Resident Utility Setup
Rice Graduate Apartment Apartment Utility Setup in Rice, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at Rice Graduate Apartment?
Most apartment communities like Rice Graduate Apartment in Rice 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 Rice Graduate Apartment's leasing office before signing.
Moving into Rice Graduate Apartment in Rice, 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.
Rice Graduate Apartment is in the Oncor Electric Delivery service area. Most Oncor addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about Rice Graduate Apartment
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
Awesome place. Has recreation games. Laundry facility is great. Only one lift but enough staircases in every section of the building. Trash dump are is well maintained too. Mailboxes are well maintained. Communication about packages received is prompt. Accessible to man…
Loan closet is good. Very well managed by elderly people. They were very support and their willingness to help is much appreciated
The apartment is always clean and calm. Very secured accommodation as well
Great place to live as a 1st year grad student. Right in the heart of the beautiful Boulevard Oaks neighborhood (extremely safe, 10-15 min walk to campus)
Overpriced and old, it should be reconstructed. Definitely opt for RVA if you're seeking a better quality of living. The only pro is its distance to the campus
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for Rice Graduate Apartment
Electric Delivery (TDU)
Oncor — outage line 888-313-4747
Natural Gas
Atmos Energy
Water & Sewer
Rice Water Department
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 Rice's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for Rice Graduate Apartment
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 Rice Graduate Apartment.
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 Rice Graduate Apartment 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 Rice Graduate Apartment — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for Rice Graduate Apartment
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 Rice Graduate Apartment
Based on provider coverage reported for Rice, TX:
Spectrum
T-Mobile
Rise Broadband
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