Cleveland, OH

Seeley Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for Seeley Apartments in Cleveland? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$14/mo), the 4 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at Seeley Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to Seeley Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1928 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Open Access

No gated or controlled access — higher theft exposure

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 4011/100K (154% above national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$14

Est. Monthly

$168

Est. Annual

$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 Seeley 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 Ohio

How Carriers Compare for This Area

Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near Seeley 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

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 Cleveland.

Cleveland property crime rate

4,011

per 100K residents

154% above U.S. avg

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

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
758 / 200
Larceny / theft
2,330 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
923 / 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. Seeley Apartments also has on-site security features (Property manager on site, On site maintenance) that insurers recognize with discounts.

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

On-Site Security

Property manager on site On site maintenance

Natural Hazards & Your Renters Coverage

The seismic picture at Seeley Apartments is moderate — damaging earthquakes are uncommon but not unheard of, and standard renters insurance excludes earthquake damage regardless of likelihood. Flood risk is low at this address. The decision worth weighing is whether to add an inexpensive earthquake endorsement or skip it; the rationale for each is below.

Flood damage

This address is in one of FEMA's lower flood-risk classifications. Standard renters policies don't cover flood damage anywhere, but in low-risk zones the cost of a separate NFIP policy generally isn't justified by the expected loss. The detail is below mostly for completeness.

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

The seismic picture is in the middle: damaging earthquakes are uncommon but not negligible. Renters insurance excludes earthquake damage regardless, so the choice is whether the modest cost of an endorsement is worth the modest probability of a payout. The data point below provides the specifics.

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

This is the part of the natural-hazard picture where renters insurance actually pays out. NOAA records around 22 severe-weather events a year in Cuyahoga County. Damage to personal property from wind, hail, and storms is covered by a baseline policy — the historical record below is more about understanding what your policy will actually be used for than identifying a coverage gap.

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.

This is the kind of address where the earthquake endorsement is a personal-preference call, not a clear-cut decision. Renters with valuable possessions usually add it; renters with mostly furniture and a laptop usually skip it.

10803 Lake Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102

West Cleveland

Built 1928 4 stories 33 units
5/5 ·1 review Google
4/5 ·5 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,000 – $1,550 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Seeley Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,014 – $1,564
Base Rent $1,000 – $1,550
Est. Renters Insurance $14/mo

About Seeley Apartments

Year Built: 1928
Stories: 4 stories
Units: 33
Phone: (216) 677-8876

From the property listing:

Excellent Location! EDGEWATER AREA !!! Right off Lake Shore way minutes from Edgewater Park, and Downtown; Shore way connections are minutes from I-71 and I-90 interchanges. Beautiful 4-story English Tudor apartment building,- lots of character- stucco walls, mantle, bookcases, hardwood floors, range, and refrigerator, well-maintained suites; heat/water pd, pay own electric and stove gas, laundry, storage- no charge, Freshly Painted and detailed, Beautiful Hardwood Floors, Closet Space, New Appliances, Very Clean and sanitized, Great Views, new kitchens

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Seeley Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for Seeley 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 Seeley Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $14/month ($168/year). For context, the statewide average is $13/month, so this building is right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at Seeley Apartments?
Plan for $1,014 to $1,564/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,000 – $1,550), plus roughly $14/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 Seeley Apartments?
Property crime in Cleveland runs noticeably higher than the national average — 4,011 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 758/100K here. On the property itself, you'll find property manager on site, on site maintenance — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Seeley Apartments offer?
There are 2 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,000 – $1,550. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with Seeley Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with Seeley Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from Seeley Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from Seeley Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the Seeley Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for Seeley Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at Seeley 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 Seeley Apartments in Cleveland, 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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