New Resident Utility Setup
Bend at New Road Apartment Utility Setup in West, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at Bend at New Road?
Most apartment communities like Bend at New Road in West 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 Bend at New Road's leasing office before signing.
Moving into Bend at New Road in West, 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.
Bend at New Road is in the Oncor Electric Delivery service area. Most Oncor addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about Bend at New Road
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
They did a good job at fixing my dishwasher however it was a little frustrating how long it took them to even start my request and then I had to call every week or so to see what was going on. I was having to reach out to follow up. It would’ve been nice if someone could’ve re…
Michaela was an absolute doll, I came in pretty close to closing time this passed Saturday, and she still treated me amazingly. Didn’t rush me, wasn’t short with me, she had every right to be because she’s about to be off of work! But omg the units are beautiful, she answered…
I absolutely love living here and I’m sad my lease is coming to end , but I have to move because my family is growing. We had such a great time here with management and neighbors. The dog park shared fun times and the pool was relaxing with fun times around neighbors and frien…
The Bend has a very responsive team. They are polite and cooperative and take fast action whenever there is a concern. Clean, manicured lawns and quiet and respectful neighbors. If you have a pet, this is the place -- very pet friendly with responsible pet owners.
super sweet and helpful office staff. maintenance is fast and easy to work with. would love it even more if they had wood floors but other than that the apartment itself is very nice and space. not overpriced for what they have to offer unlike most complexes now.
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for Bend at New Road
Electric Delivery (TDU)
Oncor — outage line 888-313-4747
Natural Gas
Atmos Energy
Water & Sewer
City of West Water
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 West's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for Bend at New Road
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 Bend at New Road.
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 Bend at New Road 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 Bend at New Road — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for Bend at New Road
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 Bend at New Road
Based on provider coverage reported for West, TX:
Spectrum
T-Mobile
Rise Broadband
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