New Resident Utility Setup
Buckingham Village Apartment Utility Setup in Universal City, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at Buckingham Village?
Most apartment communities like Buckingham Village in Universal City 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 Buckingham Village's leasing office before signing.
Moving into Buckingham Village in Universal City, 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.
Buckingham Village is in the Oncor Electric Delivery service area. Most Oncor addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about Buckingham Village
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
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…
I love how quiet and safe Buckingham Village feels. Savannah is amazing and always makes sure everything runs smoothly, and Kenyada is great about getting service requests done quickly. You can tell they really care about the residents. I would recommend this community for any…
I’m so truly grateful for Savannah and Chloe! They assisted my husband and I in a very smooth and easy move-in. The process was simple and their communication was beyond helpful. Highly recommend this community to anyone looking for friendly and professional staff . Thank you…
Savannah and Heather are such a great team! Heather made the moving process simple and stress-free, and Savannah is always on top of things. It’s clear they both genuinely care about us and go out of their way to help. Buckingham village is truly one of the best places to rent!
From the day I first called to inquire about this place, Melissa Reyes has been nothing but I blessing. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a home. The home is so clean and nice. Thank you Melissa for making the entire process a BREEZE!
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for Buckingham Village
Electric Delivery (TDU)
Oncor — outage line 888-313-4747
Natural Gas
CenterPoint Energy
Water & Sewer
City of Universal City
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 Universal City's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for Buckingham Village
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 Buckingham Village.
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 Buckingham Village and confirm lights, outlets, and any gas appliances are live before you sign the move-in inspection sheet.
First week
Schedule Spectrum internet installation for your first week at Buckingham Village — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for Buckingham Village
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 Buckingham Village
Based on provider coverage reported for Universal City, TX:
Spectrum
AT&T FiberFiber available
GVTC FiberFiber available
Moving into Buckingham Village? Let's get your power on.
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