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1819 Lofts: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 16, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for 1819 Lofts in Chicago? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$14/mo), the 6 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at 1819 Lofts

We found a few insurance details on the 1819 Lofts 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.

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What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to 1819 Lofts 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

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 3028/100K (92% above national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$14

Est. Monthly

$165

Est. Annual

$13

With Discounts/mo

$15

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 1819 Lofts based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$50,000 recommended

If you own less

$35,000

If you own more

$75,000

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 1819 Lofts:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $9/mo $108/yr
USAA $10/mo $122/yr
State Farm $14/mo $162/yr
Progressive $15/mo $176/yr
Safeco $15/mo $176/yr
Travelers $16/mo $189/yr
Allstate $17/mo $203/yr
Nationwide $17/mo $203/yr
Farmers $18/mo $216/yr
Liberty Mutual $20/mo $243/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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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 Chicago.

Chicago property crime rate

3,028

per 100K residents

92% above U.S. avg

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

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
237 / 200
Larceny / theft
2,111 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
680 / 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. 1819 Lofts also has on-site security features (Controlled access, Property manager on site, Gated) that insurers recognize with discounts.

Source: FBI UCR Program, Chicago (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
Safety Concerns Mentioned

On-Site Security

Controlled access Property manager on site Gated

Flood Risk

Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for 1819 Lofts.

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.

1819 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622

North Lakefront

Built 2016 5 stories 36 units
5/5 ·10 reviews Google
2 reviews Apt. Finder
$2,980 – $3,960 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at 1819 Lofts

The listed rent isn't the whole number. Here's what 1819 Lofts actually costs each month once you add required fees and insurance.

Total Monthly Cost $2,994 – $3,974
Base Rent $2,980 – $3,960
Est. Renters Insurance $14/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at 1819 Lofts. Some are monthly, some are one-time — all of them affect your actual cost of living here.

Required Fees

Application Fee Per Applicant

Charged per applicant.

$75

Administrative Fee

Charged per unit.

$400

Pets Fees

Dog Fee

Charged per pet.

$400

Dog Rent

Charged per pet.

$25 / mo

Cat Fee

Charged per pet.

$400

Cat Rent

Charged per pet.

$25 / mo

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what 1819 Lofts 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
$25 Monthly Pet Rent
$400 Fee

About 1819 Lofts

Year Built: 2016
Stories: 5 stories
Units: 36
Phone: (708) 934-4025

From the property listing:

New Year, New Savings!Sign a 16-month lease for unit 210 and receive one month FREE!Call the leasing office for more details and to schedule your tour TODAY

Frequently Asked Questions

Does 1819 Lofts require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on the 1819 Lofts 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 1819 Lofts?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $14/month ($165/year). 1819 Lofts has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $13/month. For context, the statewide average is $15/month, so this building is right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at 1819 Lofts?
Plan for $2,994 to $3,974/month all-in. That's base rent ($2,980 – $3,960), 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 1819 Lofts allow pets?
Yes, 1819 Lofts is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats and Dogs Allowed. $25 Monthly Pet Rent. $400 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.
How safe is the area around 1819 Lofts?
Property crime in Chicago runs noticeably higher than the national average — 3,028 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 237/100K here. On the property itself, you'll find controlled access, property manager on site, gated — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does 1819 Lofts offer?
There are 5 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, studio layouts. Rent ranges from $2,980 – $3,960. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with 1819 Lofts?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with 1819 Lofts or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from 1819 Lofts. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from 1819 Lofts directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the 1819 Lofts leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for 1819 Lofts renters?
SafeButler helps renters at 1819 Lofts 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 1819 Lofts in Chicago, IL, 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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