Find The Best Apartment and Rental Electricity Plans In Texas

Need apartment electricity? If you’re renting an apartment or house in Texas, you’ll need to pick an electricity provider to get power turned on in your new home.

When shopping, remember that you don’t need choose a specific electric company for apartments. And you don’t have to choose an energy plan that says it’s for apartments. You don’t even have to match your contract term to your apartment lease term!

Check the prices below to start shopping for your new apartment electricity.

What’s an Average Apartment Electricity Bill in Texas?

The average apartment electricity bill in Texas is between $80-$120 per month based on the size of your apartment and current electricity prices.

Your apartment electricity cost per month will depend on the square footage, age of the building and number of people living there. The newer and more energy efficient your apartment is, the lower your bill will be.

Here are the average power bills for a typical 1 bedroom or 2 bedroom apartment.

The average kWh usage per month for a 1 bedroom apartment in Texas is 500 to 750 kWh per month. Based on 14.63 cents per kWh, the average electricity bill for a one bedroom apartment is $73-$110 per month. Electricity for a studio apartment would be around the same amount.

The average kWh usage per month for a 2 bedroom apartment in Texas is 750-1000 kWh per month. Based on 14.63 cents per kWh, the average electricity bill for a two bedroom apartment is $110 – $140 per month.

To estimate your electricity bill, just enter your zip code to get started, then enter your approximate usage. We’ll calculate the monthly bill under every available plan.

Best Electricity Plan for Apartments

You may have scanned right by the best electricity plan for apartments in that list above. We know. It’s hard to know the right plan.

These charts show your average price per kWh based on 1000 kWh used each month. But many small apartments (or new apartments that are energy efficient) can use less than that, around 800-900 kWh.

To get the best electricity plan for apartments, shop by zip code and usage. Ask your apartment manager what the average energy usage is for an apartment your size. Use that to shop for your electricity plan.

When you shop you will see different types of electricity plans.

The best option is a fixed rate “basic electricity” plan. With this type of plan it doesn’t matter how much electricity you use. You’ll pay the same rate per kWh for your electricity.

TIP: If your credit score is below 600, you may have to pay a deposit of up to $300 or more for electricity. Consider an electricity plan with no deposit.

No Deposit Electricity for Apartments

When you are moving into a new place, costs add up fast. There’s the deposit and first month’s rent, pet deposit, water deposit. And a deposit for your electricity.

But at this point, you’re tapped out with all these deposits. Cash flow is tight. And that’s where no-deposit electricity comes in.

Shop no deposit electricity plans from Payless Power, or call them at 866-934-3451. There’s no credit check and no deposit.

You can get lights on for your apartment with just $40 to start. And you can get same day no deposit lights with Payless Power, Monday – Saturday if you enroll by 6pm.

Same Day Electricity for Apartment

You can schedule your electricity service to make sure the lights are on before you move in to your new home. But you forgot. And now it’s moving day and need to get lights turned on fast so you can move in to your apartment.

Each power company has a different cut-off time for same day electricity for your apartment. That link you just read? Click that to see the list of providers, their cut-off times for same day power and their phone numbers.

Same Day Apartment Electricity from TXU Energy

TXU Energy offers special apartment electricity plans and expedited service when you need your electricity turned on the same day. Sign up with TXU Energy by 6:30pm and your lights will be on the same day.¹ Or you can call TXU for same day apartment electricity: 833-201-0058

Plus TXU Energy’s True Fit Guarantee means you can change your plan any time, for any reason, with no early cancellation fee. Just sign up for a new 12 month plan when you switch. This is exclusively offered to customers who live in apartments.²

How Do I Get Proof of Electricity for Apartment Move-in?

The electricity in your apartment is already on, since your apartment company needs to handle cleaning and keep the refrigerator and A/C running. But you’ll need to switch the electricity into your name. And you’ll likely need proof of electricity service in your name to move in to your apartment or rental house.

Here are the steps to get proof of electricity for move-in:

1. Simply shop for an electric provider for your apartment.
2. Select the company and electricity plan, then complete the enrollment process.
3. You’ll get a confirmation email from your new provider with your account number and start date.
4. Show your proof of electricity service to your apartment manager and you’re all set!

TIP: Select “move-in” or “moving in to new home” during enrollment. Then select the day you want service to start.

Does My Electricity Contract Term Have to Match My Apartment Lease?

No, your electricity contract term does not need to match your apartment lease term. And, the end date on your electricity contract doesn’t need to match your lease end date.

If you move and provide proof of a change in address, your electricity provider cannot charge you an early termination fee. So you’re never stuck in a contract with your electricity provider. Moving is an automatic out for your early termination fee.

So instead of focusing on the term of the contract, it’s better to choose an electricity plan that’s the cheapest rate. And that may be one with a slightly longer contract term than your apartment lease.

Your best bet is to get the electricity plan that gives you the best price per kWh based on usage.

Do I Have to Pick the Electricity Company My Apartment Recommends?

No, you don’t have to pick the electricity company your apartment company recommends.

Some apartment managers will give you a list of utility companies to pick from. Or they may tell you to go to a special shopping web site.

But here’s the real scoop.

Big power companies make deals with your apartment company. Your leasing agent may get compensated when you sign up. And those electricity prices are usually higher than what you can get if you shop online.

That’s why it’s important to shop around for the best energy rate for your apartment.

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Disclaimers for Same Day Apartment Electricity from TXU

¹Same-day service available for customers with AMS meters who sign-up before 6:30 p.m. on the day service is requested.

²Just call TXU Energy and if you change plans, TXU Energy will waive any early cancellation fees. New plan must have a term equal to balance of existing term and no less than 12 months. Multifamily customers only. Cancellation fee applies if you switch providers. You remain responsible for any billed and un-billed charges.