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Winthrop Terrace Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 16, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for Winthrop Terrace 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 Winthrop Terrace Apartments

We found a few insurance details on Winthrop Terrace 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 Winthrop Terrace Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1929 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Gated Community

Gated access reduces theft risk — may qualify for security discount

Controlled Access

Electronic/key fob entry — reduces unauthorized entry risk

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

$206

Est. Annual

$16

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 Winthrop Terrace 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. Cats present minimal liability risk vs dogs.

How Carriers Compare for This Area

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

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. Winthrop Terrace Apartments also has on-site security features (Package service, Controlled access, Property manager on site, Gated, Covered parking) that insurers recognize with discounts.

Source: FBI UCR Program, Chicago (2024-12 to 2025-11)

On-Site Security

Package service Controlled access Property manager on site Gated Covered parking

Flood Risk

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

5734 N Winthrop Ave, Chicago, IL 60660

Edgewater Beach

Managed by Ardmore Winthrop Properties Built 1929 9 stories 105 units
4.2/5 ·5 reviews Google
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$1,195 – $1,350 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Winthrop Terrace Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,212 – $1,367
Base Rent $1,195 – $1,350
Est. Renters Insurance $17/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at Winthrop Terrace 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.

$300

Parking Fees

Parking Fee

Max of 2. Charged per vehicle.

$180 - $200 / mo

Garage Lot

Garage has Secure Entry

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Winthrop Terrace 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

About Winthrop Terrace Apartments

Year Built: 1929
Stories: 9 stories
Units: 105
Management: Ardmore Winthrop Properties
Phone: (224) 328-2762

From the property listing:

This property is a 9 -story high rise with 2 elevators offers studio apartments of various sizes and layouts. All utilities included as well as high speed internet access. 24-hour laundromat, bike storage, front parlor and patio available for residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Winthrop Terrace Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on Winthrop Terrace 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 Winthrop Terrace Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $17/month ($206/year). Winthrop Terrace Apartments has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $16/month. For context, the statewide average is $15/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at Winthrop Terrace Apartments?
Plan for $1,212 to $1,367/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,195 – $1,350), 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 Winthrop Terrace Apartments allow pets?
Yes, Winthrop Terrace Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats Allowed. Standard renters insurance covers pet-related liability at no extra cost.
How safe is the area around Winthrop Terrace 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, controlled access, property manager on site, gated — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Winthrop Terrace Apartments offer?
There is 1 floor plan available, a studio layout. Rent ranges from $1,195 – $1,350. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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