New Resident Utility Setup
The Wildwood Apartment Utility Setup in Richmond, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at The Wildwood?
Most apartment communities like The Wildwood in Richmond 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 The Wildwood's leasing office before signing.
Moving into The Wildwood in Richmond, 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.
The Wildwood is in the CenterPoint Electric Delivery service area. Most CenterPoint addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about The Wildwood
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
I’ve lived at Wildwood for about three years now, and Jonathan from the maintenance team has consistently provided excellent service the entire time. He is always respectful, professional, and reliable, no matter how small or large the issue is. Jonathan truly goes the extra m…
I have lived here since 7/22 and I have to say its the best apartment I have ever lived in.They are spacious, modern, grounds are maintained & quiet. Office staff is great an they have the best maintenance service ever. They always respond quickly and I must add that Jonathan…
Emily, the office manager, is awesome! She takes into account individual preferences and needs! If you work remote- she is very sensitive to residents’ needs, while we maneuver working online with environmental interruptions! Please know that you are safe here, and will enjo…
been here about 2 years since late 2023 and it’s gone downhill maintenance never really shows up until days after and the grilling and patio area are never cleaned it’s so bad when we first moved in everything was well kept and cleaned seems like there staff is always changing…
Its been 3 weeks since my application was denied due to a misdemeanor despite making 6X months rent/month, and still have not recieved the refund from the outrageous application fee. They hold onto it to create a facade for potential investors showing them a boosted NOI. Still…
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for The Wildwood
Electric Delivery (TDU)
CenterPoint — outage line 713-207-2222
Natural Gas
CenterPoint Energy
Water & Sewer
Richmond Municipal Utility District
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 Richmond's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for The Wildwood
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 The Wildwood.
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 The Wildwood 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 The Wildwood — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for The Wildwood
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 The Wildwood
Based on provider coverage reported for Richmond, TX:
Xfinity
AT&T FiberFiber available
Frontier
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