New Resident Utility Setup
The Gardenia Venue Apartment Utility Setup in Valley View, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at The Gardenia Venue?
Most apartment communities like The Gardenia Venue in Valley View 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 Gardenia Venue's leasing office before signing.
Moving into The Gardenia Venue in Valley View, 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 Gardenia Venue 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 Gardenia Venue
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
The Gardenia was absolutely beautiful—our guests couldn’t get over how stunning the set up was. The venue felt romantic and intimate with a hint of modern aesthetic. The flow from ceremony to reception was seamless and the staff went above and beyond to make everything stress-…
WHEN I TELL YOU THAT THIS IS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL VENUE I CAME ACROSS. It’s more than beautiful. I’m mesmerized, I think when I find my person I’d want to get married here. Everything was amazing. Although it was long of a drive. Look at all the pictures I got. def WORTH THE 1hr…
We LOVED The Gardenia!! My husband and I just got married here, and we have no regrets. Hunter and Christine (owners) are very communicative, the staff are great, and the venue is GORGEOUS!! Our guests had many compliments and nothing but nice things to say. If you are looking…
The Gardenia was a great venue! Overall beautiful and an incredible venue. Very cleanly and few amenities couples would appreciate.They have a few non-negotiables that they required but we agreed. The owners and managers are very organized and attentive. We loved our wedding…
Our wedding here was incredible! I am so thankful we chose this venue to get married at. Christine was so helpful along the way. The venue was stunning & it made our day that much more special!
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for The Gardenia Venue
Electric Delivery (TDU)
Oncor — outage line 888-313-4747
Natural Gas
Atmos Energy
Water & Sewer
City of Valley View Public Utilities
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 Valley View's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for The Gardenia Venue
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 Gardenia Venue.
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 Gardenia Venue and confirm lights, outlets, and any gas appliances are live before you sign the move-in inspection sheet.
First week
Schedule T-Mobile internet installation for your first week at The Gardenia Venue — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for The Gardenia Venue
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 Gardenia Venue
Based on provider coverage reported for Valley View, TX:
T-Mobile
Rise Broadband
Nextlink
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