Apartment Move-In Checklist

    Moving to Universal City, TX? Your Essential Apartment Move-In Checklist

    Securing a unit at a top-rated community like Buckingham Village, Wagon Crossing Apartments, or Aspire at Live Oak is an exciting milestone, but the logistics of moving in can be overwhelming. To ensure your new home is ready on day one, you need a clear plan for your essential services.

    Our Universal City Apartment Move-In Checklist handles the heavy lifting for you. We've identified the local providers for everything from high-speed internet with Spectrum to mandatory renters insurance.

    For your power needs, we recommend Ambit Energy. As a leading choice for Texas renters, Ambit provides reliable plans and competitive rates specifically designed for apartment living in Universal City. Whether you are settling into Springs at Live Oak or The Colony Apartments, following this guide ensures you won't be left in the dark on move-in day.

    Recommended Buildings

    Universal City Top Rated Apartments on Google

    8 complexes · 4.0+ rated

    Sourced from Google · only buildings with verified websites, photos, and 10+ reviews.

    Buckingham Village

    Buckingham Village

    4.684 Google reviews· Apartment in Universal City, TX

    Highlights: Accessible entrance

    "Been looking for a place and finally found this GEM! Savannah and Heather are very sweet ladies and make moving a joy. The houses are beautiful and very spacious, and the community is also kept up nicely. It is a quiet neighborhood and I feel very safe here. Also- shoutout to…"Karley Nixon

    2910 Pat Booker Rd, Universal City, TX 78148, USA

    Today: Closed

    (844) 325-1217

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    Wagon Crossing Apartments

    Wagon Crossing Apartments

    4.510 Google reviews· Apartment in Universal City, TX

    Highlights: Accessible entrance

    "Just moved here all the way from Puerto Rico and I love it so one bedroom here at wagon crossing they don't have two bedrooms is the other building that have one and two apartments I don't know the name of it as I said I just got here"Madeline

    1474 Kitty Hawk Rd, Universal City, TX 78148, USA

    Today: Closed

    (800) 466-7722

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    Springs at Live Oak

    Springs at Live Oak

    4.4202 Google reviews· Apartment in Universal City, TX

    Highlights: Pet-friendly·Parking available·Accessible entrance

    "I can’t say enough wonderful things about the apartment staff! From day one, they’ve gone above and beyond to make this feel like home. Everyone is friendly, responsive, and genuinely cares about the residents. Whether it’s a question at the front office or a maintenance reque…"deanna Ridings

    8101 Shin Oak Dr, Live Oak, TX 78233, USA

    Today: 12:00 – 4:00 PM

    (210) 756-2889

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    Cayman Apartments

    Cayman Apartments

    4.3193 Google reviews· Apartment in Universal City, TX

    Highlights: Pet-friendly·Free parking·Accessible entrance

    "I have lived at Cayman for six years. I can honestly say every year has been an amazing experience for me. The community is nice, clean, and very quiet. I had very few issues over the years. Which is only natural due to wear and tear. When issues did arise, Cayman was super r…"Emrys Gravell

    12900 E Loop 1604 N, Universal City, TX 78148, USA

    Today: Closed

    (210) 750-4537

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    Aspire at Live Oak

    Aspire at Live Oak

    4.196 Google reviews· Apartment in Universal City, TX

    Highlights: Pet-friendly·Accessible entrance

    "You know what I’m saying is true when they have my review removed. I WILL KEEP POSTING THE TRUTH ABOUT THIS HORRIBLE PLACE!!! When we first moved in this place was actually nice. Year after year it got worse and worse, management harassing residents over nothing. Management to…"Steven P

    8130 Shin Oak Dr, Live Oak, TX 78233, USA

    Today: 12:00 – 5:00 PM

    (888) 718-4098

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    The Colony Apartments

    The Colony Apartments

    4.0304 Google reviews· Apartment in Universal City, TX

    Highlights: Pet-friendly·Parking available·Accessible entrance

    "Truly Exceptional Living Experience! I’ve lived in several apartment communities over the years, but this one stands out far above the rest. From the moment I toured the property, I could tell it was something special. The grounds are beautifully maintained and offer the feel…"Faron Mitch

    330 Kitty Hawk Rd, Universal City, TX 78148, USA

    Today: Closed

    (855) 448-5834

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    Lookout Hollow

    Lookout Hollow

    4.0161 Google reviews· Apartment in Universal City, TX

    Highlights: Pet-friendly·Parking available·Accessible entrance

    "I've already left several positive comments about this property and it's maintenance crew. So this positive comment is for Esteban (forgive me if I mispelled your name) who is part of the front office staff. I went in to pick up a package and this young man not only retrieved…"Kat

    16505 Lookout Holw Cir #538, Selma, TX 78154, USA

    Today: Closed

    (830) 215-8334

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    Gold Talon Apartments

    Gold Talon Apartments

    4.060 Google reviews· Apartment in Universal City, TX

    Highlights: Pet-friendly·Accessible entrance

    "Been here since the beginning of August and so far I'm loving it! The manager Jessel is very sweet and helpful. She made the leasing process easy and fun! The few work orders I had to file, she made sure got done within a very reasonable time frame. The complex is older but it…"Joseph Dickinson

    149 Village Green, Universal City, TX 78148, USA

    Today: Closed

    (210) 236-1110

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