New Resident Utility Setup
The Preserve at Prairie Pointe Apartment Utility Setup in Shallowater, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at The Preserve at Prairie Pointe?
Most apartment communities like The Preserve at Prairie Pointe in Shallowater 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 Preserve at Prairie Pointe's leasing office before signing.
Moving into The Preserve at Prairie Pointe in Shallowater, 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 Preserve at Prairie Pointe is in the Oncor Electric Delivery service area. Most Oncor addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about The Preserve at Prairie Pointe
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
I had to move in quickly and Rikki the mngr and Kenzie the asst mngr were amazing from start to finish with getting me moved in, in a day!!! I’ve been in my apartment for a couple months now and I wish I could sign a multi year agreement. The maintenance team are quick and rel…
It's the 1st of January 2026 and I've been here for about 2 and half years. I've never had any kind of problems with them until I started to move out, and they burned that bridge we had so fast it literally made my head spin. They claim that since I didn't tell them I was movi…
The worst experience I have ever had I got my final bill and it was extremely over the top. I have registered ESA animals that they’re still trying to charge me as well as they said I left the apartment a disaster though I have proof of how I left the apartment. Also, I let t…
My experience with this management team was extremely frustrating, especially with Mackenzie. She lived directly across from me and was consistently rude and dismissive. There was absolutely no justification for the tone or attitude she used when speaking to us. On top of that…
I lived in the apartment complex for a year and experienced several issues. The restroom was clogged from the second week of our residency, and while maintenance workers would fix it, they often did so in an unprofessional manner. Additionally, the rent amount changed every mo…
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for The Preserve at Prairie Pointe
Electric Delivery (TDU)
Oncor — outage line 888-313-4747
Natural Gas
Atmos Energy
Water & Sewer
Shallowater 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 Shallowater's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for The Preserve at Prairie Pointe
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 The Preserve at Prairie Pointe.
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 The Preserve at Prairie Pointe 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 The Preserve at Prairie Pointe — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for The Preserve at Prairie Pointe
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 The Preserve at Prairie Pointe
Based on provider coverage reported for Shallowater, TX:
Optimum
T-Mobile
Vexus FiberFiber available
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