The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 04, 2026

Thinking about renting at The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments in Southwest Austin? With rent at $1,433 - $2,362 and renters insurance running about $15/mo, we've put together what you need to know before you sign — including which carriers offer the best rates for this building and what your lease actually requires.

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5604 Southwest Pky, Austin, TX 78735

Southwest Austin

Built 1997 3 stories 608 units
5/5 ·247 reviews
$1,433 - $2,362 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments

The rent you see on a listing isn't the whole story. Between required monthly fees and renters insurance, the real number at The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments is higher than the sticker price. Here's the full picture.

Total Monthly Cost $1,554 – $2,483
Base Rent $1,433 – $2,362
Required Monthly Fees $106
Est. Renters Insurance $15/mo

What You Need to Know About Insurance at The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments

Accepted Insurance Providers

The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments accepts policies from these carriers — though most standard renters insurance companies will be fine. If you already have a policy, check if your carrier is on the list.

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What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to The Preserve at Travis Creek 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

Dog-Friendly

Dogs allowed — consider higher liability coverage

What You'll Likely Pay

$15

Est. Monthly

$176

Est. Annual

$13

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 The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property Coverage

$50,000 recommended
Low: $30,000 High: $75,000

Liability Coverage

$300,000 $300,000

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 The Preserve at Travis Creek 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

Sprinkler system

Up to 5% 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 The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments tacks on top of base rent. Some are monthly, some are one-time — but they all affect your budget.

Required Fees

Package Services

Amount for package services. Charged per unit.

$15 / mo

Trash Administrative Fee

Amount to manage trash service billing. Charged per unit.

$3 / mo

Utility - Stormwater/Drainage Admin Fee

Amount to manage drainage billing. Charged per unit.

$3 / mo

Trash Services - Doorstep

Amount for doorstep trash removal from rental home. Charged ... Read Moreper unit. Read Less

$35 / mo

Pest Control Services

Amount for pest control services. Charged per unit.

$5 / mo

Trash Services - Hauling

Usage-Based (Utilities).Amount for shared trash/waste servic... Read Morees. Charged per unit. Read Less

Varies / mo

Utility - Water/Sewer

Usage-Based (Utilities).Amount for provision and/or consumpt... Read Moreion of water and sewer services Charged per unit. Read Less

Varies / mo

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

Varies / mo

Renters Liability Insurance - Third Party

Amount for renters liability insurance obtained through resi... Read Moredent's provider of choice. Charged per leaseholder. Payable to 3rd Party Read Less

Varies / mo

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

Varies / mo

Application Fee

Amount to process application, initiate screening, and take ... Read Morea rental home off the market. Charged per applicant. Read Less

$125

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

$500

Pets Fees

Pet Fee

We welcome up to 2 pets per apartment home. There is a $350 ... Read Morenon-refundable pet fee, per pet. Pet rent is $30 per month, per pet. Read Less

$350

Pet Rent

Max of 2. Monthly amount for authorized pet. Charged per pet... Read More. Read Less

$30 / mo

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

$25 - $30 / yr

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

$140 - $200 / mo

Parking Fee

Max of 1. Amount for covered parking space/services. May be... Read More subject to availability. Charged per rentable item. Read Less

$40 / mo

Other

Open parking is on first come, first serve basis. Carports a... Read Morend garages available to add to lease for premium. Garages range from $125-$150. Please call for complete parking policy. Read Less

Garage Lot

Covered

Open parking is on first come, first serve basis. Carports a... Read Morend garages available to add to lease for premium. Garages range from $125-$150. Please call for complete parking policy. Read Less

Surface Lot

Open parking is on first come, first serve basis. Carports a... Read Morend garages available to add to lease for premium. Garages range from $125-$150. Please call for complete parking policy. Read Less

Addons Fees

Guest Suite Rental

Amount to rent guest suite; per night. May be subject to ava... Read Moreilability. Charged per night. Read Less

$125 - $250 / occurence

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

$50 - $125 / occurence

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

Varies one-time

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

$4.95 / mo

Renters Liability Only - Non-Compliance

Amount for not maintaining required Renters Liability Policy... Read More. Charged per unit. Read Less

$15 / occurence

Access/Lock Change Fee

Amount to change or reprogram access to rental home. Charged... Read More per unit. Read Less

$50 / occurence

Utility - Vacant Processing Fee

Amount for failing to transfer utilities into resident name.... Read More Charged per unit. Read Less

$50 / occurence

Returned Payment Fee (NSF)

Amount for returned payment. Charged per unit.

$50 / occurence

Intra-Community Transfer Fee

Amount due when transferring to another rental unit within c... Read Moreommunity. Charged per unit. Read Less

$500 - $2,000 / occurence

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

200% of base rent / occurence

Reletting Fee

Marketing fee related to early lease termination; excludes r... Read Moreent and other charges. Charged per unit. Read Less

85% of base rent / occurence

Late Fee

Amount for paying after rent due date; per terms of lease. ... Read MoreCharged per unit. Read Less

9.99% of base rent / occurence

Access Device - Replacement

Amount to obtain a replacement access device for community; ... Read Morefobs, keys, remotes, access passes. Charged per device. Read Less

Varies / occurrence

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

Varies / occurrence

Legal/Eviction Fees

Amount for legal expenses incurred for lease violations. Cha... Read Morerged per unit. Read Less

Varies / occurrence

Utility - Vacant Cost Recovery

Usage-Based (Utilities).Amount for utility usage not transfe... Read Morerred to resident responsibility any time during occupancy. Charged per unit. Read Less

Varies / occurrence

Express Move Out

Amount for community to perform rental home cleaning upon mo... Read Moreve-out. Charged per unit. Read Less

Varies one-time

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 The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments.

On-Site Security

Package service Controlled access Property manager on site Gated Doorman Sprinklers Covered parking On site maintenance Perimeter fencing

Amenities

Special Features

Controlled Access Gates Cyber Cafe with WiFi Wellbeats Fitness Program Group Excercise Hike & Bike Trails Swimming Pool & Hot Tub 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance Pet Friendly with 1.5 Acre Dog Park Pickleball Court Dual Port Electric Car Charging Station Resident Lounge with Billiards Table Stainless steel appliances Renovated with Brushed Nickel Fixtures/Hardware Free Mountain Bike Rentals Wooded Views Spruce Lifestyle Services

Community Features

Wi-Fi Maintenance on site 24 Hour Access Trash Pickup - Door to Door Recycling Renters Insurance Program Dry Cleaning Service Laundry Service Maid Service Online Services Composting Planned Social Activities Guest Apartment Pet Care Pet Play Area Pet Washing Station Car Charging Station Business Center Clubhouse Lounge Multi Use Room Breakfast/Coffee Concierge Conference Rooms Walk-Up Fenced Lot Sundeck Cabana Grill Picnic Area Zen Garden Fitness Center Pool Playground Walking/Biking Trails Gameroom Pickleball Court Private Bathroom

Floor Plan Amenities

High Speed Internet Access Wi-Fi Washer/Dryer Air Conditioning Heating Ceiling Fans Cable Ready Storage Space Double Vanities Tub/Shower Fireplace Sprinkler System Framed Mirrors Dishwasher Disposal Ice Maker Granite Countertops Stainless Steel Appliances Pantry Kitchen Microwave Oven Range Refrigerator Freezer Quartz Countertops Hardwood Floors Vinyl Flooring Dining Room High Ceilings Office Recreation Room Built-In Bookshelves Crown Molding Vaulted Ceiling Views Walk-In Closets Linen Closet Double Pane Windows Window Coverings Large Bedrooms Balcony Patio Yard Lawn Garden

What's Within Reach

Groceries, pharmacies, gyms — the basics you'll want close by. Here's what's in the neighborhood around The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments.

Pharmacy

  • CVS Pharmacy 4.2
  • Walmart Pharmacy 3.9
  • Sam's Club Pharmacy 4.6

Hospital

  • Emergency Room (ER) at Baylor Scott & White Health Medical Center - Austin 4.5
  • Ascension Seton Southwest Emergency 4.5
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Austin 4.4

Park

  • Barton Creek Wilderness Park 4.7
  • Dick Nichols District Park 4.6
  • The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments 3.8

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments 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

  • $30 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $250 Fee

About The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments

The award-winning one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments at The Preserve at Travis Creek deliver unrivaled southwest Austin living. Discover everything these pet-friendly floor plans have to offer, from gourmet kitchens with quartz countertops, subway tile backsplashes and stainless-steel appliances to gorgeous wooded or city views. Outside your home, you’ll find a first-class collection of community attractions, including a one-of-a-kind pool pavilion, a pickle ball court, a performance fitness center with virtual and live instructors and a serene hammock garden. Situated near major thoroughfares and the Barton Creek Greenbelt, the surrounding Oak Hill neighborhood offers convenience for every facet of your day-to-day.

Year Built: 1997
Stories: 3
Total Units: 608
Phone: (737) 302-6174

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for The Preserve at Travis Creek 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 The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $15/month ($176/year). The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $13/month. For context, the statewide average is $14/month, so this building is right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments?
Plan for $1,554 to $2,483/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,433 - $2,362), plus $106/month in required fees (trash, utilities, etc.), plus roughly $15/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments allow pets?
Yes, The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats and Dogs Allowed. $30 Monthly Pet Rent. $250 Fee. 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.
What floor plans does The Preserve at Travis Creek Apartments offer?
There are 8 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,433 - $2,362. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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