6117 FM 969, Austin, TX 78724
East Austin
Monthly Cost Breakdown at Citizen House MLK Apartments
The rent you see on a listing isn't the whole story. Between required monthly fees and renters insurance, the real number at Citizen House MLK Apartments is higher than the sticker price. Here's the full picture.
What You Need to Know About Insurance at Citizen House MLK Apartments
What Affects Your Premium Here
Every building is different. These factors specific to Citizen House MLK 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
NeighborhoodScout
Safer than only 1% of US cities
What You'll Likely Pay
$12
Est. Monthly
$147
Est. Annual
$11
With Discounts/mo
$14
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 Citizen House MLK Apartments based on the rent level and building features.
Personal Property Coverage
Liability Coverage
Pool on premises — higher liability recommended
How Carriers Compare for This Area
Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near Citizen House MLK Apartments:
| Carrier | Est. Monthly | Est. Annual | Tier | Digital |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lemonade | $8 | $96 | budget | Yes |
| USAA | $9 | $108 | budget | — |
| State Farm | $12 | $144 | mid | — |
| Progressive | $13 | $156 | mid | Yes |
| Safeco | $13 | $156 | mid | — |
| Travelers | $14 | $168 | mid | — |
| Allstate | $15 | $180 | mid | — |
| Nationwide | $15 | $180 | mid | — |
| Farmers | $16 | $192 | premium | — |
| Liberty Mutual | $18 | $216 | premium | — |
Discounts You May Qualify For
Gated community
Up to 5% off
Controlled access
Up to 3% off
Claims-free (if applicable)
Up to 10% off
Pay-in-full annual
Up to 7% off
Paperless/autopay
Up to 3% off
Multi-policy bundle
Up to 10% off
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Fees Beyond Rent
These are the extra charges Citizen House MLK Apartments tacks on top of base rent. Some are monthly, some are one-time — but they all affect your budget.
Required Fees
Community Amenity Fee
Amount for community amenity use and services. Charged per u... Read Morenit. Read Less
Trash Services - Doorstep
Amount for doorstep trash removal from rental home. Charged ... Read Moreper unit. Read Less
Trash Administrative Fee
Amount to manage trash service billing. Charged per unit.
Utility - Stormwater/Drainage Admin Fee
Amount to manage drainage billing. Charged per unit.
Pest Control Services
Amount for pest control services. Charged per unit.
Cable TV and Internet Services
Amount for cable and internet services in rental home. Charg... Read Moreed per unit. Read Less
Trash Services - Hauling
Usage-Based (Utilities).Amount for shared trash/waste servic... Read Morees. Charged per unit. Read Less
Utility - Electric - Third Party
Usage-Based (Utilities).Amount for provision and consumption... Read More of electric paid to a third party. Charged per unit. Payable to 3rd Party Read Less
Utility - Water/Wastewater Submeter Admin Fee
Usage-Based (Utilities).Amount for water billing services ca... Read Morelculated as a percentage of consumption as allowed by regulation. Charged per unit. Read Less
Utility - Water/Sewer
Usage-Based (Utilities).Amount for provision and/or consumpt... Read Moreion of water and sewer services Charged per unit. Payable to 3rd Party Read Less
Security Deposit (Refundable)
Amount intended to be held through residency that may be app... Read Morelied toward amounts owed at move-out. Refunds processed per application and lease terms. Charged per unit. Read Less
Application Fee
Amount to process application, initiate screening, and take ... Read Morea rental home off the market. Charged per applicant. Read Less
Pets Fees
Pet Fee
Max of 2. Amount to facilitate authorized pet move-in. Charg... Read Moreed per pet. Read Less
Pet Rent
Max of 2. Monthly amount for authorized pet. Charged per pet... Read More. Read Less
Pet Management - Third Party
Max of 1. Amount for authorized pet registration and screeni... Read Moreng services. Charged per pet. Payable to 3rd Party Read Less
Parking Fees
Parking Fee
Max of 1. Amount for garage parking space/services. May be s... Read Moreubject to availability. Charged per rentable item. Read Less
Parking Fee
Max of 1. Amount for electric vehicle space; reserved or pay... Read More-per-use station. May be subject to availability. Charged per vehicle. Payable to 3rd Party Read Less
Covered
Electric Vehicle Parking
Garage Lot
Addons Fees
Common Area/Clubhouse Rental
Amount to rent a shared common area space, including clubhou... Read Morese. May be subject to availability. Charged per unit. Read Less
Security Deposit Alternative
Amount for alternate program in lieu of paying a traditional... Read More security deposit. Charged per unit. Payable to 3rd Party Read Less
Situational Fees
Positive Credit Reporting Services
Amount to send positive payment history to credit reporting ... Read Moreagency(ies); per person. Charged per leaseholder. Payable to 3rd Party Read Less
Express Move Out
Amount for community to perform rental home cleaning upon mo... Read Moreve-out. Charged per unit. Read Less
Access/Lock Change Fee
Amount to change or reprogram access to rental home. Charged... Read More per unit. Read Less
Access Device - Replacement
Amount to obtain a replacement access device for community; ... Read Morefobs, keys, remotes, access passes. Charged per unit. Read Less
Returned Payment Fee (NSF)
Amount for returned payment. Charged per unit.
Utility - Vacant Processing Fee
Amount for failing to transfer utilities into resident name.... Read More Charged per unit. Read Less
Intra-Community Transfer Fee
Amount due when transferring to another rental unit within c... Read Moreommunity. Charged per unit. Read Less
Early Lease Termination/Cancellation
Amount to terminate lease earlier than lease end date; exclu... Read Moredes rent and other charges. Charged per unit. Read Less
Reletting Fee
Marketing fee related to early lease termination; excludes r... Read Moreent and other charges. Charged per unit. Read Less
Late Fee
Amount for paying after rent due date; per terms of lease. ... Read MoreCharged per unit. Read Less
Payment Services - Third Party
Amount for using a third party, electronic payment processin... Read Moreg service (i.e. credit card, ACH, etc.). Charged per unit. Payable to 3rd Party Read Less
Utility - Vacant Cost Recovery
Amount for utility usage not transferred to resident respons... Read Moreibility any time during occupancy. Charged per unit. Read Less
Legal/Eviction Fees
Amount for legal expenses incurred for lease violations. Cha... Read Morerged per unit. Read Less
Lease Violation
Amount for violation of community policies and/or per lease ... Read Moreterms. Charged per unit. Read Less
Safety & Security
The neighborhood around your apartment directly affects your renters insurance rate — carriers charge more in higher-crime zip codes and less where theft and property damage are rare. Here's what the data says about the area around Citizen House MLK Apartments.
1%
Austin overall is safer than only 1% of U.S. cities
This is a city-wide stat — your actual neighborhood may differ. The good news: Citizen House MLK Apartments has on-site security features (Package service, Property manager on site, Gated, Controlled access) that insurers recognize with premium discounts.
On-Site Security
Amenities
Special Features
Community Features
Floor Plan Amenities
What's Within Reach
Groceries, pharmacies, gyms — the basics you'll want close by. Here's what's in the neighborhood around Citizen House MLK Apartments.
Pharmacy
- H-E-B Pharmacy 3.3
- CVS Pharmacy 3.8
Hospital
- Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas - Emergency 4.1
- Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin - Emergency 4.1
- Ascension Seton Northwest Emergency 4.3
Restaurant
- The Guest House Austin 4.6
- Pollos Asados El Norteño 4.6
- Los Metates Restaurant 5.0
Bank
- Chase Bank 2.4
- ATM 4.0
- 7-Eleven 1.0
Gas
- QuikTrip 3.6
- CHEVRON 3.0
- 7-Eleven 1.0
About Citizen House MLK Apartments
Upscale apartment residences. Captivating Eastside location. Extraordinary living experiences. This is a glimpse of the picture-perfect lifestyle at Citizen House MLK. Our one- and two-bedroom apartments for rent in Austin, TX reflect inviting interiors with a casual-chic vibe, while the curated club-quality amenity spaces make you feel right at home. Citizen House MLK is a short commute to major employers and minutes to downtownwith sumptuous dining options, thriving cultural destinations, eclectic shopping, and alluring entertainment venues nearby. Live here and say hello to a new standard of living. Only at Citizen House MLK.
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