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    Lakewood Apartments Apartment Utility Setup in Tomball, TX

    Quick Answer

    Is electricity included in rent at Lakewood Apartments?

    Most apartment communities like Lakewood Apartments in Tomball 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 Lakewood Apartments's leasing office before signing.

    4.3166 Google reviews11000 Gatesden Dr, Tomball, TX 77377, USA
    Lakewood Apartments

    Moving into Lakewood Apartments in Tomball, 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.

    Lakewood Apartments is in the CenterPoint Electric Delivery service area. Most CenterPoint addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.

    Resident Sentiment

    What residents say about Lakewood Apartments

    Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.

    Daniel K

    I absolutely loved living at this apartment complex! The management office personnel were always so kind, helpful, and welcoming. I miss bringing them flan or a bottle of wine during the holidays. The maintenance team was incredibly fast and efficient, always handling any issu…

    Sydney Sanders

    I usually do not write reviews, but I had a great experience living at Lakewood apartments! The property was always clean, quiet, and well-maintained, which made it a really comfortable place to call home. Any maintenance requests I submitted were taken care of quickly and eff…

    Thomas Mathis

    My daughter was a great tenant for 4 years and left apt clean ( even filled small holes where pictures were hung). Cleaned floors and vacuum carpets. No damage to walls or floors. The building is old and has lots of roaches and I think it has mold in walls. Had 2 water leaks o…

    Mohamad Sakizadeh

    I strongly advise everyone to avoid these apartments. I lived there for seven months and found the property to be old and infested with cockroaches. Frequent plumbing leaks led to water outages. Don't be fooled by the slightly lower rent—they'll overcharge you when you move ou…

    fatima mehr

    The apartment manager, Angel, is unprofessional and unhelpful. When we contacted her about the excessive move-out charges, she refused to explain them. We later learned from friends that they were also charged exactly $800, just like us. It seems they use residents' security d…

    Utility Snapshot

    Utility snapshot for Lakewood Apartments

    Electric Delivery (TDU)

    CenterPoint — outage line 713-207-2222

    Natural Gas

    CenterPoint Energy

    Water & Sewer

    Tomball 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 Tomball's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.

    Move-In Checklist

    Your move-in checklist for Lakewood Apartments

    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 Lakewood Apartments.

    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 Lakewood Apartments 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 Lakewood Apartments — installers typically book 3-5 days out.

    Plan Comparison

    Ambit Energy plans sized for Lakewood Apartments

    Compared at apartment-scale usage (500–1,000 kWh/month) for the CenterPoint delivery zone.

    PlanTerm500 kWh Rate1,000 kWh Rate
    Budget Relief 1212 mo22.0¢/kWh15.5¢/kWh
    Texas Solar Buyback 2424 mo16.1¢/kWh16.7¢/kWh
    Texas Solar Buyback 1212 mo16.1¢/kWh16.7¢/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 Lakewood Apartments

    Based on provider coverage reported for Tomball, TX:

    Xfinity

    AT&T FiberFiber available

    Frontier

    Moving into Lakewood Apartments? Let's get your power on.

    Sign up for Ambit Energy online in minutes — same-day service available for most Tomball addresses.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Electric Bill Estimator

    Enter your current electric rate or your total bill and electricity usage to see how much you could potentially save before signing up or making the switch.

    ¢/kWh
    Disclaimer: Savings estimates are for illustration purposes only and are not guaranteed. Actual rates vary based on usage, location, and plan terms. Rates shown are at 2000 kWh usage level. E-Plan discount requires enrollment in electronic billing. Texas Energy Saver is an Independent Ambit Energy Consultant. Ambit Texas, LLC REP #10117.