4700 Lake Park Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 16, 2026

Thinking about renting at 4700 Lake Park Apartments in South Lakefront? Rent here runs $1,214 – $2,782, and renters insurance adds about $17/mo. Below we break down which carriers are cheapest for this building and what the lease actually requires.

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4700 S Lake Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60615

South Lakefront

Built 2003 26 stories 218 units
3.5/5 ·11 reviews Google
4/5 ·7 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,214 – $2,782 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at 4700 Lake Park Apartments

The listed rent isn't the whole number. Here's what 4700 Lake Park Apartments actually costs each month once you add required fees and insurance.

Total Monthly Cost $1,231 – $2,799
Base Rent $1,214 – $2,782
Est. Renters Insurance $17/mo

Renters Insurance at 4700 Lake Park Apartments

We found a few insurance details on 4700 Lake Park Apartments's 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 4700 Lake Park Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Open Access

No gated or controlled access — higher theft exposure

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

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

What You'll Likely Pay

$17

Est. Monthly

$205

Est. Annual

$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 4700 Lake Park 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

$100,000 recommended

Standard minimum for most lease requirements in Illinois

How Carriers Compare for This Area

Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near 4700 Lake Park Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $10/mo $123/yr
USAA $12/mo $139/yr
State Farm $15/mo $185/yr
Progressive $17/mo $201/yr
Safeco $17/mo $201/yr
Travelers $18/mo $216/yr
Allstate $19/mo $231/yr
Nationwide $19/mo $231/yr
Farmers $21/mo $247/yr
Liberty Mutual $23/mo $278/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 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. 4700 Lake Park Apartments also has on-site security features (Package service) 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.

Safety Concerns Common topic
Noise Mentioned
Maintenance Issues Mentioned

On-Site Security

Package service

Flood Risk

Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for 4700 Lake Park Apartments.

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.

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at 4700 Lake Park Apartments. Some are monthly, some are one-time — all of them affect your actual cost of living here.

Required Fees

Administrative Fee

$250

Application Fee Per Applicant

$50

Parking Fees

Surface Lot

Parking Available

Amenities

Community Features

Laundry Facilities Maintenance on site Elevator Courtyard Waterfront Fitness Center

Floor Plan Amenities

High Speed Internet Access Wi-Fi Air Conditioning Heating Smoke Free Cable Ready Tub/Shower Dishwasher Granite Countertops Stainless Steel Appliances Kitchen Oven Range Refrigerator Tile Floors Vinyl Flooring Dining Room Walk-In Closets Window Coverings

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what 4700 Lake Park Apartments allows. Standard renters insurance typically covers pet-related incidents, so you usually won't need any add-on coverage for a cat.

No Pets Allowed

About 4700 Lake Park Apartments

Year Built: 2003
Stories: 26 stories
Units: 218
Phone: (219) 600-5128

From the property listing:

Lake Village East offers uncommon comfort and convenience in one of Chicago's most exciting historic neighborhoods. Our modern-styled & newly-renovated apartments offer a host of luxury features, including: cherry wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops & designer plan flooring. Amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, parking, community WiFi, on-site laundry facilities & a relaxing resident community room. You'll be close to the dining pleasures, smart shops & parks.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does 4700 Lake Park Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on 4700 Lake Park Apartments's 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 4700 Lake Park Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $17/month ($205/year). For context, the statewide average is $15/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at 4700 Lake Park Apartments?
Plan for $1,231 to $2,799/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,214 – $2,782), 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 4700 Lake Park Apartments allow pets?
No, 4700 Lake Park Apartments does not allow pets.
How safe is the area around 4700 Lake Park Apartments?
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 package service — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does 4700 Lake Park Apartments offer?
There are 3 floor plans to choose from, spanning 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom, studio layouts. Rent ranges from $1,214 – $2,782. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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