New Resident Utility Setup
South Shore Lakes Apartment Utility Setup in Seabrook, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at South Shore Lakes?
Most apartment communities like South Shore Lakes in Seabrook 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 South Shore Lakes's leasing office before signing.
Moving into South Shore Lakes in Seabrook, 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.
South Shore Lakes is in the CenterPoint Electric Delivery service area. Most CenterPoint addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about South Shore Lakes
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
From the first interaction, Deanna was professional, responsive, and genuinely invested in helping me find the right space. She didn’t just show me properties, she listened to what I needed, offered thoughtful recommendations, and helped me feel like I had made my right choice…
I took a tour with Deanna Seale and my friend Traci of the complex!! Traci is looking for a safe, convenient complex to move into! Amazing location, lots of amazing perks to renting there! Deanna was knowledgeable in what they had to offer for every persons needs! The photos d…
Enrique is very caring and informative. I had some concerns about mold and he explained and checked my AC unit out very thoroughly to ensure I didn’t have any. He was very patient and addressed my concerns. Venterra is very fortunate to have an employee like Enrique.
This is a great place to live. They are very responsive with any and all concerns. Our manager Jessica is awesome. She is understanding and listens to our concerns and when she’s touring the property she notices things we don’t and gets them taken care of!!
Jessica is wonderful landlord I ever had same as Lizzy my old one. I love both of them. She's good at communicating and helping out. Great job she does. I Love you Jessica landry...
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for South Shore Lakes
Electric Delivery (TDU)
CenterPoint — outage line 713-207-2222
Natural Gas
CenterPoint Energy
Water & Sewer
City of Seabrook 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 Seabrook's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for South Shore Lakes
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 South Shore Lakes.
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 South Shore Lakes 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 South Shore Lakes — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for South Shore Lakes
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 South Shore Lakes
Based on provider coverage reported for Seabrook, TX:
Xfinity
AT&T FiberFiber available
Frontier
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