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Briarhill Apartment Homes: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 16, 2026

Thinking about renting at Briarhill Apartment Homes in North Druid Hills? Rent here runs $1,144 – $3,204, and renters insurance adds about $14/mo. Below we break down which carriers are cheapest for this building and what the lease actually requires.

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1470 Sheridan Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30324

North Druid Hills

Built 1989 3 stories 294 units
4.2/5 ·401 reviews Google
5/5 ·59 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,144 – $3,204 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Briarhill Apartment Homes

The listed rent isn't the whole number. Here's what Briarhill Apartment Homes actually costs each month once you add required fees and insurance.

Total Monthly Cost $1,228 – $3,288
Base Rent $1,144 – $3,204
Required Monthly Fees $70
Est. Renters Insurance $14/mo

Renters Insurance at Briarhill Apartment Homes

We found a few insurance details on Briarhill Apartment Homes's website. Your lease may have additional requirements — treat these as a starting point.

Lease Requirements

Interested party* Add property to policy
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* An "interested party" is the property management company listed on your insurance policy. It doesn't give them any claim rights — it just means they get notified if your policy lapses, which is how the leasing office verifies you stay insured.

One thing to watch for: when you purchase your policy, most carriers have a field where you add the property as an interested party — skip that step and your proof may get rejected. It takes 30 seconds during checkout. Start a quote to see which carriers handle this automatically.

What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to Briarhill Apartment Homes can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1989 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Gated Community

Gated access reduces theft risk — may qualify for security discount

Dog-Friendly

Dogs allowed — consider higher liability coverage

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 3169/100K (101% above national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$14

Est. Monthly

$168

Est. Annual

$13

With Discounts/mo

$13

State Avg/mo

How Much Coverage Makes Sense

Renters insurance has two main pieces: personal property coverage, which pays to replace your belongings if they're stolen or damaged (think furniture, electronics, clothes), and liability coverage, which protects you if someone gets hurt in your unit or you accidentally damage someone else's property. Here's what we'd recommend for Briarhill Apartment Homes based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$25,000 recommended

If you own less

$15,000

If you own more

$40,000

Liability

Covers accidental harm & lawsuits

$300,000 recommended

Dog-friendly community — higher liability recommended for pet-related incidents

How Carriers Compare for This Area

Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near Briarhill Apartment Homes:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $8/mo $91/yr
USAA $9/mo $103/yr
State Farm $11/mo $137/yr
Progressive $12/mo $149/yr
Safeco $12/mo $149/yr
Travelers $13/mo $160/yr
Allstate $14/mo $171/yr
Nationwide $14/mo $171/yr
Farmers $15/mo $183/yr
Liberty Mutual $17/mo $206/yr

Discounts You May Qualify For

Gated community
-5%
Claims-free (if applicable)
-10%
Pay-in-full annual
-7%
Paperless/autopay
-3%
Multi-policy bundle
-10%

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Property Crime & Theft Risk

Renters insurance pricing is driven by property crime — theft, burglary, and vehicle break-ins — not violent crime. Here's what the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting data shows for Atlanta.

Atlanta property crime rate

3,169

per 100K residents

101% above U.S. avg

U.S. avg is 1,578 per 100K

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
330 / 200
Larceny / theft
2,370 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
469 / 206

U.S. average

Higher-than-average property crime is why insurance carriers charge more in this zip code — your premium reflects the claims frequency for the area. Briarhill Apartment Homes also has on-site security features (Gated, Gated access, On site maintenance) that insurers recognize with discounts.

Source: FBI UCR Program, Atlanta (2024-12 to 2025-11)

What Residents Are Saying

Based on Google reviews, here are the issues residents mention most often — and the ones that matter when choosing your coverage. Longer bars indicate more frequent discussion.

Maintenance Issues Mentioned

On-Site Security

Gated Gated access On site maintenance

Flood Risk

Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for Briarhill Apartment Homes.

FEMA Zone X (Area Of Minimal Flood Hazard) — Minimal flood risk

Flood insurance optional but inexpensive in this zone.

Flood zone data from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (NFHL). Zones can change — verify at FEMA Flood Map Service.

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at Briarhill Apartment Homes. Some are monthly, some are one-time — all of them affect your actual cost of living here.

Required Fees

Pest Control

Charged per unit.

$5 / mo

Technology Package

Charged per unit.

$50 / mo

Monthly Damage Waiver Program

Charged per unit.

Varies / mo

Administration Fee

Charged per unit.

$250

Application Fee Per Applicant

Charged per applicant.

$75

Application Fee

Charged per applicant.

$75

Access Fob

Charged per unit.

$100

Administrative Fee

Charged per unit.

$200

Situational Fees

Early Termination Fee

Early Termination Fee Charged per unit.

100% of base rent

NSF Tenant Fee

NSF Tenant Fee Charged per unit.

$75 / occurence

Late Fee

Late Fee Charged per unit.

10% of base rent / occurence

Amenities

Special Features

Online Customer Service, Include Rent Pay Options Washer & Dryer in Home Wood Burning Fireplaces * Ample closet space Bark Park Pet Friendly Community Professionally Managed by Arlington Properties Stainless steel appliances* Two-Tone Wall and Trim Color 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance Service Brushed Nickel Lighting High Speed Internet Large Windows Luxury Vinyl Wood Flooring * BBQ & Picnic Areas Ceramic Tile Tub/Shower Surround Quartz Countertops*

Community Features

Pet Washing Station Business Center Clubhouse Storage Space Walk-Up Sundeck Fitness Center

Floor Plan Amenities

High Speed Internet Access Washer/Dryer Air Conditioning Ceiling Fans Cable Ready Dishwasher Disposal Crown Molding Walk-In Closets

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Briarhill Apartment Homes allows — and keep in mind, if you have a dog, most insurance advisors recommend bumping your liability coverage to at least $300,000. Standard renters policies cover pet-related incidents, but the default $100,000 limit may not be enough if something happens.

Cats and Dogs Allowed

About Briarhill Apartment Homes

Year Built: 1989
Stories: 3 stories
Units: 294
Phone: (855) 669-2382

From the property listing:

Briarhill Apartments: Modern Living in North Druid HillsExperience reimagined urban living at Briarhill Apartments, nestled in the sought-after North Druid Hills neighborhood. Discover unparalleled comfort and extraordinary design in our residences, featuring spacious bedrooms with impressive vaulted ceilings. Enjoy modern amenities including stainless steel appliances, elegant quartz countertops, and a unique pet spa for your furry companions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Briarhill Apartment Homes require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on Briarhill Apartment Homes's website — these likely reflect lease requirements, but confirm with the leasing office. Even if it's not required, a policy typically runs under $20/month and covers you against theft, fire, and liability.
How much is renters insurance at Briarhill Apartment Homes?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $14/month ($168/year). Briarhill Apartment Homes has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $13/month. For context, the statewide average is $13/month, so this building is right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at Briarhill Apartment Homes?
Plan for $1,228 to $3,288/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,144 – $3,204), plus $70/month in required fees (trash, utilities, etc.), plus roughly $14/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does Briarhill Apartment Homes allow pets?
Yes, Briarhill Apartment Homes is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats and Dogs Allowed. If you have a pet, keep in mind that most renters insurance policies cover pet liability — but you may want to increase your liability limit, especially for larger breeds.
How safe is the area around Briarhill Apartment Homes?
Property crime in Atlanta runs noticeably higher than the national average — 3,169 incidents per 100,000 residents versus the U.S. average of 1,578. That's the metric insurance carriers care about most for renters coverage, since property crime (theft, burglary, vehicle break-ins) drives most claims. Burglary specifically is 330/100K here. On the property itself, you'll find gated, gated access, on site maintenance — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Briarhill Apartment Homes offer?
There are 12 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,144 – $3,204. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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