Lakewood, OH

12000 Edgewater Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for 12000 Edgewater Apartments in Lakewood? 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 12000 Edgewater Apartments

We found a few insurance details on the 12000 Edgewater Apartments 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 12000 Edgewater Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1964 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Controlled Access

Electronic/key fob entry — reduces unauthorized entry risk

Water/Leak Issues

3 mentions in Google reviews

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 942/100K (40% below national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$14

Est. Monthly

$168

Est. Annual

$13

With Discounts/mo

$13

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 12000 Edgewater 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

$300,000 recommended

Pool on premises — higher liability recommended for accidents at shared amenities

How Carriers Compare for This Area

Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near 12000 Edgewater Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $7/mo $88/yr
USAA $8/mo $99/yr
State Farm $11/mo $132/yr
Progressive $12/mo $143/yr
Safeco $12/mo $143/yr
Travelers $13/mo $154/yr
Allstate $14/mo $165/yr
Nationwide $14/mo $165/yr
Farmers $15/mo $176/yr
Liberty Mutual $17/mo $198/yr

Discounts You May Qualify For

Controlled access
-3%
Sprinkler system
-5%
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 Lakewood.

Lakewood property crime rate

942

per 100K residents

40% below U.S. avg

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

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
95 / 200
Larceny / theft
741 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
106 / 206

U.S. average

Below-average property crime typically translates to lower renters insurance premiums in this area, and security features on the building can push your rate even lower. 12000 Edgewater Apartments also has on-site security features (Package service, Controlled access, Property manager on site, Doorman, Sprinklers, Perimeter fencing) that insurers recognize with discounts.

Source: FBI UCR Program, Lakewood (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 Common topic
Management Issues Mentioned

On-Site Security

Package service Controlled access Property manager on site Doorman Sprinklers Perimeter fencing

Natural Hazards & Your Renters Coverage

At a moderate-hazard address like 12000 Edgewater Apartments, the question of whether to add earthquake coverage to a renters policy isn't obvious — endorsements run roughly $50–$150 a year, and the probability of a damaging quake is real but low. Flood risk here is minimal and most other weather damage is already covered. Specifics below.

Flood damage

FEMA's flood-zone classification for this address is low-risk, which means the federal government doesn't expect significant flooding here under typical conditions. A standard renters policy still excludes flood damage, but a separate flood policy is hard to justify economically when the underlying risk is low. The zone label is below for the record.

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.

Earthquake shaking

Damaging earthquakes happen here, but not often — USGS rates the area as moderate seismic hazard. A renters earthquake endorsement is inexpensive (typically under $100 a year) and worth weighing against the value of what's actually in your unit. The math leans toward 'add it' if you have high-value electronics, instruments, or art; 'skip it' for sparse furnishings.

Moderate seismic hazard · ground motion 0.07g

Endorsements priced for renters typically run under $100 a year and only cover personal property. Whether it pays back depends on the value of what's in your unit.

Hazard data from USGS National Seismic Hazard Model. The ground-motion figure is the level USGS expects to be exceeded with about 2% probability over a 50-year horizon — the standard reference used in building codes.

Severe weather you'd actually claim for

NOAA's records put Cuyahoga County squarely in severe-weather territory: roughly 22 severe-weather events a year on average over the past five years. Unlike flood and earthquake, this is the kind of damage a standard renters policy is built for — wind, hail, lightning, and storm-driven water from a damaged roof are all covered. The historical breakdown is below.

High-wind events ~22.0/yr
Hail events ~5.0/yr
Tornado events ~1.0/yr
Flood events ~2.2/yr

Severe-weather damage to personal belongings is covered without an endorsement on every standard renters policy. The frequency above is part of why carrying the coverage matters here, not a reason to add anything extra.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, annual averages from the past five years for Cuyahoga County. Counts reflect reported events, not damage amounts.

Standard renters insurance is enough for most renters here. The earthquake endorsement is worth pricing if you'd find replacing your possessions out-of-pocket painful.

12000 Edgewater Dr, Lakewood, OH 44107

Lakewood

Managed by The Millennia Companies Built 1964 16 stories 117 units
3.5/5 ·36 reviews Google
5/5 ·6 reviews Apt. Finder
$995 – $2,641 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at 12000 Edgewater Apartments

The listed rent isn't the whole number. Here's what 12000 Edgewater Apartments actually costs each month once you add required fees and insurance.

Total Monthly Cost $1,329 – $2,975
Base Rent $995 – $2,641
Required Monthly Fees $320
Est. Renters Insurance $14/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at 12000 Edgewater Apartments. Some are monthly, some are one-time — all of them affect your actual cost of living here.

Required Fees

$80-$140

Fee is Between $80-$140 depending on apartment size. Charged per unit.

$80 / mo

Application Fee Per Applicant

Charged per applicant.

$50

Pets Fees

One-Time Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$300

Monthly Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$60 / mo

Parking Fees

Parking Deposit

Charged per vehicle.

Free

Parking Fee

Charged per vehicle.

$110 / mo

Surface Lot

First Come First Serve and ADA Spaces Available

Garage Lot

Assigned Space in Heated Garage

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what 12000 Edgewater Apartments allows. Standard renters insurance typically covers pet-related incidents, so you usually won't need any add-on coverage for a cat.

Birds, Cats, Fish, and Reptiles Allowed
$60 Monthly Pet Rent
$300 Fee
35 lb Weight Limit
2 Pet Limit

About 12000 Edgewater Apartments

Year Built: 1964
Stories: 16 stories
Units: 117
Management: The Millennia Companies
Phone: (216) 208-3938

From the property listing:

Where every sunset feels like a moment of magic. Discover a community defined by luxurious extras, tranquil surroundings, and an unbeatable Lakewood location. Nestled along the golden shores of Lake Erie, 12000 Edgewater offers the perfect balance of serenity and convenience, close to downtown Cleveland, Tremont, and Ohio City. Our one, two, and three-bedroom suites are thoughtfully designed with the modern comforts you deserve — from fully equipped kitchens to spacious balconies showcasing breathtaking lake views.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does 12000 Edgewater Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on the 12000 Edgewater 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 12000 Edgewater Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $14/month ($168/year). 12000 Edgewater Apartments has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $13/month. For context, the statewide average is $13/month, so this building is right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at 12000 Edgewater Apartments?
Plan for $1,329 to $2,975/month all-in. That's base rent ($995 – $2,641), plus $320/month in required fees (trash, utilities, etc.), 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 12000 Edgewater Apartments allow pets?
Yes, 12000 Edgewater Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Birds, Cats, Fish, and Reptiles Allowed. $60 Monthly Pet Rent. $300 – $300 Fee. 35 lb Weight Limit. 2 Pet Limit. Standard renters insurance covers pet-related liability at no extra cost.
How safe is the area around 12000 Edgewater Apartments?
Property crime in Lakewood is well below the national average — 942 per 100,000 residents versus 1,578 nationwide. 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 95/100K here. On the property itself, you'll find package service, controlled access, property manager on site, doorman — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does 12000 Edgewater Apartments offer?
There are 5 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $995 – $2,641. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with 12000 Edgewater Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with 12000 Edgewater Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from 12000 Edgewater Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from 12000 Edgewater Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the 12000 Edgewater Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for 12000 Edgewater Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at 12000 Edgewater 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 12000 Edgewater Apartments in Lakewood, OH, 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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