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Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 16, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place Apartments in Chicago? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$17/mo), the 6 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place 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

Security System Issues

2 mentions 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

$17

Est. Monthly

$199

Est. Annual

$15

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 Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place 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 Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place 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

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. Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place Apartments also has on-site security features (Controlled access, Gated, Perimeter fencing) 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
Security System Failures Mentioned
Slip/Fall Hazards Mentioned

On-Site Security

Controlled access Gated Perimeter fencing

Flood Risk

Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place 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.

2157 W 21st St, Chicago, IL 60608

Lower West Side

Built 2019 3 stories 6 units
3.2/5 ·299 reviews Google
Apt. Finder
$999 – $4,250 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place Apartments

The listed rent isn't the whole number. Here's what Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place Apartments actually costs each month once you add required fees and insurance.

Total Monthly Cost $1,016 – $4,267
Base Rent $999 – $4,250
Est. Renters Insurance $17/mo

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place 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 Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place Apartments

Year Built: 2019
Stories: 3 stories
Units: 6
Phone: (708) 934-8750

From the property listing:

Leavitt Place offers comfortable shared living with private bedrooms and thoughtfully designed common spaces, ideal for students, medical residents, travel nurses, and professionals seeking convenient housing close to downtown Chicago. Each resident enjoys the privacy of their own bedroom with secure keypad entry, while the shared areas are fully furnished to create a welcoming and functional living environment. Community Features: • Private bedrooms • Secure keypad entry for each room • Fully furnished shared living spaces • Utilities included • High-speed Wi-Fi included

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place 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 Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $17/month ($199/year). Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place Apartments has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $15/month. For context, the statewide average is $15/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place Apartments?
Plan for $1,016 to $4,267/month all-in. That's base rent ($999 – $4,250), 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 Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place Apartments allow pets?
No, Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place Apartments does not allow pets.
How safe is the area around Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place 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, gated, perimeter fencing — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Luxury Student Housing at Leavitt Place Apartments offer?
There are 2 floor plans to choose from, spanning 5-bedroom, 6-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $999 – $4,250. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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