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5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 16, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments in Chicago? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$20/mo), the 5 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments

We found a few insurance details on the 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments website. Your lease may have additional requirements — treat these as a starting point.

Lease Requirements

Interested party* Add property to policy
Listed carriers
Kin
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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 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1926 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Controlled Access

Electronic/key fob entry — reduces unauthorized entry risk

Security System Issues

1 mention of broken gates, cameras, or locks in reviews

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

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

What You'll Likely Pay

$20

Est. Monthly

$236

Est. Annual

$19

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 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$15,000 recommended

If you own less

$10,000

If you own more

$25,000

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 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living 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

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. 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments also has on-site security features (Controlled access) 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
Water Damage Mentioned
Pest Issues Mentioned
Noise Mentioned
Fire Mentioned
Security System Failures Mentioned

On-Site Security

Controlled access

Flood Risk

Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living 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.

5748 S Blackstone Ave, Chicago, IL 60637

South Lakefront

Built 1926 6 stories 81 units
4.2/5 ·21 reviews Google
Apt. Finder
$726 – $1,549 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments

The listed rent isn't the whole number. Here's what 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments actually costs each month once you add required fees and insurance.

Total Monthly Cost $746 – $1,569
Base Rent $726 – $1,549
Est. Renters Insurance $20/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments. 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.

$50

Administrative Fee

Charged per unit.

$250

About 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments

Year Built: 1926
Stories: 6 stories
Units: 81
Phone: (219) 600-3407

From the property listing:

5748 Blackstone is an ideal choice for those looking to explore Hyde Park’s vibrancy while enjoying at home amenities like included high-speed internet, secure keyless entry and the Amazon HUB. Residents also enjoy neighborhood amenities like endless entertainment options along the lake and dining options along the 53rd Street strip – all still with easy access to Chicago’s city core and local universities. Transportation – Stoney Island & 59th Street Bus Stop – 2, 6, 15, 28. 4 blocks South/West of Metra “55th,56th,57th” Stop.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on the 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living 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 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $20/month ($236/year). 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $19/month. For context, the statewide average is $15/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments?
Plan for $746 to $1,569/month all-in. That's base rent ($726 – $1,549), plus roughly $20/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
How safe is the area around 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living 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 controlled access — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments offer?
There are 5 floor plans to choose from, spanning 2-bedroom, studio layouts. Rent ranges from $726 – $1,549. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living 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 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living Apartments 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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