Atlanta, GA

Marquis Midtown West Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for Marquis Midtown West Apartments in Atlanta? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$17/mo), the 6 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at Marquis Midtown West Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to Marquis Midtown West Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Gated Community

Gated access reduces theft risk — may qualify for security discount

Controlled Access

Electronic/key fob entry — reduces unauthorized entry risk

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

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

What You'll Likely Pay

$17

Est. Monthly

$202

Est. Annual

$15

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 Marquis Midtown West Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$30,000 recommended

If you own less

$20,000

If you own more

$50,000

Liability

Covers accidental harm & lawsuits

$300,000 recommended

Pool on premises — higher liability recommended for accidents at shared amenities

How Carriers Compare for This Area

Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near Marquis Midtown West Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $9/mo $110/yr
USAA $10/mo $123/yr
State Farm $14/mo $165/yr
Progressive $15/mo $178/yr
Safeco $15/mo $178/yr
Travelers $16/mo $192/yr
Allstate $17/mo $206/yr
Nationwide $17/mo $206/yr
Farmers $18/mo $219/yr
Liberty Mutual $21/mo $247/yr

Discounts You May Qualify For

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

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6 discounts may apply here. Real quotes show your actual price — estimates can't.

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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. Marquis Midtown West Apartments also has on-site security features (Package service, Controlled access, Property manager on site, Gated, Package lockers, Perimeter fencing) 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 Common topic
Noise Mentioned
Slip/Fall Hazards Mentioned

On-Site Security

Package service Controlled access Property manager on site Gated Package lockers Perimeter fencing

Natural Hazards & Your Renters Coverage

The seismic picture at Marquis Midtown West Apartments is moderate — damaging earthquakes are uncommon but not unheard of, and standard renters insurance excludes earthquake damage regardless of likelihood. Flood risk is low at this address. The decision worth weighing is whether to add an inexpensive earthquake endorsement or skip it; the rationale for each is below.

Flood damage

This address is in one of FEMA's lower flood-risk classifications. Standard renters policies don't cover flood damage anywhere, but in low-risk zones the cost of a separate NFIP policy generally isn't justified by the expected loss. The detail is below mostly for completeness.

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.

Earthquake shaking

The seismic picture is in the middle: damaging earthquakes are uncommon but not negligible. Renters insurance excludes earthquake damage regardless, so the choice is whether the modest cost of an endorsement is worth the modest probability of a payout. The data point below provides the specifics.

Moderate seismic hazard · ground motion 0.09g

Endorsements priced for renters typically run under $100 a year and only cover personal property. Whether it pays back depends on the value of what's in your unit.

Hazard data from USGS National Seismic Hazard Model. The ground-motion figure is the level USGS expects to be exceeded with about 2% probability over a 50-year horizon — the standard reference used in building codes.

Severe weather you'd actually claim for

This is the part of the natural-hazard picture where renters insurance actually pays out. NOAA records around 24 severe-weather events a year in Fulton County. Damage to personal property from wind, hail, and storms is covered by a baseline policy — the historical record below is more about understanding what your policy will actually be used for than identifying a coverage gap.

High-wind events ~24.4/yr
Hail events ~4.6/yr
Tornado events ~0.4/yr
Flood events ~3.8/yr

Severe-weather damage to personal belongings is covered without an endorsement on every standard renters policy. The frequency above is part of why carrying the coverage matters here, not a reason to add anything extra.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, annual averages from the past five years for Fulton County. Counts reflect reported events, not damage amounts.

This is the kind of address where the earthquake endorsement is a personal-preference call, not a clear-cut decision. Renters with valuable possessions usually add it; renters with mostly furniture and a laptop usually skip it.

1224 Defoor Village Ct NW, Atlanta, GA 30318

West Midtown Atlanta

Managed by CWS Capital Partners Built 1997 3 stories 156 units
4.3/5 ·151 reviews Google
2 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,337 – $2,798 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Marquis Midtown West Apartments

The listed rent isn't the whole number. Here's what Marquis Midtown West Apartments actually costs each month once you add required fees and insurance.

Total Monthly Cost $1,354 – $2,815
Base Rent $1,337 – $2,798
Est. Renters Insurance $17/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at Marquis Midtown West Apartments. Some are monthly, some are one-time — all of them affect your actual cost of living here.

Pets Fees

Dog Deposit

Charged per pet.

$400

Dog Rent

Charged per pet.

$15 / mo

Cat Deposit

Charged per pet.

$400

Cat Rent

Charged per pet.

$15 / mo

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Marquis Midtown West Apartments allows. Standard renters insurance typically covers pet-related incidents, so you usually won't need any add-on coverage for a cat.

Cats Allowed
$400 Deposit
$15 Monthly Pet Rent
2 Pet Limit

About Marquis Midtown West Apartments

Year Built: 1997
Stories: 3 stories
Units: 156
Management: CWS Capital Partners
Phone: (470) 944-1374

From the property listing:

Southern charm meets modern convenience at Marquis Midtown West. Nestled in a serene park setting in the West Midtown district of Atlanta, our luxury one and two bedroom apartments offer premier features and amenities that make life engaging. Boasting an unbeatable location near Buckhead, Marquis Midtown West is minutes from the Westside Provisions District, Georgia Tech University, and nearby parks like Atlanta Botanical Garden and Cochran Shoals Trail. This is a home that delivers on all fronts fun, convenience, relaxation, and culture.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Marquis Midtown West Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for Marquis Midtown West Apartments, but that doesn't mean there isn't one. Many communities add the requirement during lease signing. It's worth asking the leasing office directly — and 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 Marquis Midtown West Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $17/month ($202/year). Marquis Midtown West Apartments has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $15/month. For context, the statewide average is $13/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at Marquis Midtown West Apartments?
Plan for $1,354 to $2,815/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,337 – $2,798), plus roughly $17/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does Marquis Midtown West Apartments allow pets?
Yes, Marquis Midtown West Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats Allowed. $400 Deposit. $15 Monthly Pet Rent. 2 Pet Limit. Standard renters insurance covers pet-related liability at no extra cost.
How safe is the area around Marquis Midtown West Apartments?
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 package service, controlled access, property manager on site, gated — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Marquis Midtown West Apartments offer?
There are 8 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,337 – $2,798. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with Marquis Midtown West Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with Marquis Midtown West Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from Marquis Midtown West Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from Marquis Midtown West Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the Marquis Midtown West Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for Marquis Midtown West Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at Marquis Midtown West Apartments compare renters insurance options for their lease. On this page, renters can find lease-required coverage minimums where available, an estimated monthly premium for this address, the property's risk profile (crime and flood zone), and any discounts that apply to the building — then compare carriers side by side to find appropriate coverage levels. For renters at Marquis Midtown West Apartments in Atlanta, GA, SafeButler can compare price, coverage, deductible options, and any lease-required coverage minimums in a single flow. SafeButler may show quotes from carriers such as Lemonade and Liberty Mutual where available. SafeButler does not sell insurance directly and is not tied to one insurance company, so renters can choose the option that best fits their needs.

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