Matthews, NC

Avana Matthews Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for Avana Matthews Apartments in Matthews? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$14/mo), the 4 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at Avana Matthews Apartments

We found a few insurance details on the Avana Matthews Apartments 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 Avana Matthews Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1989 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Open Access

No gated or controlled access — higher theft exposure

Water/Leak Issues

6 mentions in Google reviews

Pest Issues

5 mentions in Google reviews

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

AreaVibes

Crime grade: C+

What You'll Likely Pay

$14

Est. Monthly

$171

Est. Annual

$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 Avana Matthews Apartments 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

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 Avana Matthews Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $8/mo $93/yr
USAA $9/mo $105/yr
State Farm $12/mo $140/yr
Progressive $13/mo $151/yr
Safeco $13/mo $151/yr
Travelers $14/mo $163/yr
Allstate $15/mo $175/yr
Nationwide $15/mo $175/yr
Farmers $16/mo $186/yr
Liberty Mutual $17/mo $210/yr

Discounts You May Qualify For

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 Matthews.

C+

Area Crime Grade

Detailed FBI property-crime data isn't available for Matthews in the latest reporting cycle, so we're showing the AreaVibes neighborhood grade as a general signal. Avana Matthews Apartments has on-site security features (Package service, Property manager on site) that insurers recognize with premium discounts.

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.

Water Damage Common topic
Maintenance Issues Common topic
Pest Issues Common topic
Theft Mentioned

What residents talk about most

Maintenance

Consistently positive in reviews

“Most of the office staff are nice enough but again have no actual ability to help with anything due to the amount of third party systems or lack of maintenance staff.” — Google reviewer
Security

A recurring concern in reviews

“First my car was stolen.” — Google reviewer

On-Site Security

Package service Property manager on site

Natural Hazards & Your Renters Coverage

At a moderate-hazard address like Avana Matthews Apartments, the question of whether to add earthquake coverage to a renters policy isn't obvious — endorsements run roughly $50–$150 a year, and the probability of a damaging quake is real but low. Flood risk here is minimal and most other weather damage is already covered. Specifics 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 (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 0.10g

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

Severe-weather activity in Mecklenburg County is at the low end. Standard renters insurance already covers wind and hail damage to your stuff, so the data below is more context than coverage gap.

High-wind events ~8.6/yr
Hail events ~1.6/yr
Tornado events ~0.6/yr
Flood events ~2.2/yr

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

Standard renters insurance is enough for most renters here. The earthquake endorsement is worth pricing if you'd find replacing your possessions out-of-pocket painful.

2808 Cross Point Cir, Matthews, NC 28105

Charlotte

Built 1989 3 stories 420 units
3.8/5 ·576 reviews Google
4/5 ·169 reviews Apt. Finder
$974 – $1,559 /month

Fees Beyond Rent

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

Required Fees

Trash Services - Hauling

Amount for shared trash/waste services. Charged per unit.

$15 / mo

Trash Services - Doorstep

Amount for doorstep trash removal from rental home. Charged per unit.

$25 / mo

Pest Control Services

Amount for pest control services. Charged per unit.

$5 / mo

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

Amount to manage utility services billing. Charged per unit.

$6.06 / mo

Renters Liability Insurance - Third Party

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

Varies / mo

Utility - Electric - Third Party

Usage-Based (Utilities).Amount for provision and consumption of electric paid to a third party. Charged per unit.

Varies / mo

Utility - Water/Sewer

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

Varies / mo

Application Fee

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

$35

Package Services

Amount for package services. Charged per unit.

$50

Security Deposit (Refundable)

Amount intended to be held through residency that may be app lied toward amounts owed at move-out. Refunds processed per application and lease terms. Charged per unit.

$650

Pets Fees

Pet Fee

We welcome 2 pets per apartment home. There is a $300 non-re fundable fee for the first pet, and $150 for the second pet. Pet rent is $25, per pet.

$350 - $450

Pet Rent

Max of 1. Monthly amount for authorized pet. Charged per pet

$25 / mo

Optional Add-On Fees

Renters Liability/Content - Property Program

Amount to participate in the property Renters Liability Pro gram. Charged per unit.

$14.50 / mo

Situational Fees

Renters Liability Only - Non-Compliance

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

$10.75 / occurence

Intra-Community Transfer Fee

Amount due when transferring to another rental unit within c ommunity. Charged per unit.

$300 - $600 / occurence

Returned Payment Fee (NSF)

Amount for returned payment. Charged per unit.

$35 / occurence

Access Device - Replacement

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

$50 - $100 / occurence

Late Fee

Amount for paying after rent due date; per terms of lease. Charged per unit.

$50 / occurence

Lease Violation

Amount for violation of community policies and/or per lease terms. Charged per unit.

$75 / occurence

Early Lease Termination/Cancellation

Amount to terminate lease earlier than lease end date; exclu des rent and other charges. Charged per unit.

200% of base rent / occurence

Legal/Eviction Fees

Amount for legal expenses incurred for lease violations. Cha rged per unit.

Varies / occurrence

Security Deposit - Additional (Refundable)

Additional amount, based on screening results, intended to b e held through residency that may be applied toward amounts owed at move-out. Refunds processed per application and lease terms. Charged per unit.

Varies / occurrence

Security Deposit Alternative

Amount for alternate program in lieu of paying a traditional security deposit. Charged per unit. Payable to 3rd Party

Varies one-time

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Avana Matthews 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
$50 Monthly Pet Rent
$300 Fee
75 lb Weight Limit
2 Pet Limit

About Avana Matthews Apartments

Year Built: 1989
Stories: 3 stories
Units: 420
Phone: (980) 890-4881

From the property listing:

Welcome to Avana Matthews a collection of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes. We understand that your home is more than a place to live. It's a place to unwind after a long day. It's a space to share moments with loved ones or take care of daily tasks that keep life running smoothly. Our apartments invite you to be yourself while enjoying access to all the essentials.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Avana Matthews Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on the Avana Matthews Apartments 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 Avana Matthews Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $14/month ($171/year). For context, the statewide average is $14/month, so this building is right around average.
Does Avana Matthews Apartments allow pets?
Yes, Avana Matthews Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats Allowed. $50 Monthly Pet Rent. $300 – $300 Fee. 75 lb Weight Limit. 2 Pet Limit. Standard renters insurance covers pet-related liability at no extra cost.
How safe is the area around Avana Matthews Apartments?
The area has a C+ crime grade, which is worth factoring into your coverage decisions. On the property itself, you'll find package service, property manager on site — features that can also qualify you for insurance discounts.
What floor plans does Avana Matthews Apartments offer?
There are 5 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $974 – $1,559. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with Avana Matthews Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with Avana Matthews Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from Avana Matthews Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from Avana Matthews Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the Avana Matthews Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for Avana Matthews Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at Avana Matthews 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 Avana Matthews Apartments in Matthews, NC, 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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