El Paso, TX

Cliff Dwellers Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for Cliff Dwellers Apartments in El Paso? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$16/mo), the 4 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at Cliff Dwellers Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

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

Older Building

Built in 1974 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Open Access

No gated or controlled access — higher theft exposure

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 1356/100K (14% below national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$16

Est. Monthly

$193

Est. Annual

$14

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 Cliff Dwellers 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 Texas. 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 Cliff Dwellers Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $8/mo $96/yr
USAA $9/mo $108/yr
State Farm $12/mo $144/yr
Progressive $13/mo $156/yr
Safeco $13/mo $156/yr
Travelers $14/mo $168/yr
Allstate $15/mo $180/yr
Nationwide $15/mo $180/yr
Farmers $16/mo $192/yr
Liberty Mutual $18/mo $216/yr

Discounts You May Qualify For

Claims-free (if applicable)
-10%
Pay-in-full annual
-7%
Paperless/autopay
-3%
Multi-policy bundle
-10%

Next Step

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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 El Paso.

El Paso property crime rate

1,356

per 100K residents

14% below U.S. avg

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

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
117 / 200
Larceny / theft
966 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
272 / 206

U.S. average

Near-average property crime means insurance premiums in El Paso track closely with national baselines. Cliff Dwellers Apartments also has on-site security features (Covered parking) that insurers recognize with discounts.

Source: FBI UCR Program, El Paso (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 Frequent topic
Water Damage Mentioned
Noise Mentioned
Slip/Fall Hazards Mentioned
Water Intrusion (pipes, sewage) Mentioned

What residents talk about most

Maintenance

Consistently positive in reviews

“Office is very nice and responsive, maintenance people are very polite as well.” — Google reviewer

On-Site Security

Covered parking

Natural Hazards & Your Renters Coverage

The seismic picture at Cliff Dwellers 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.

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 0.14g

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

Severe-weather activity in El Paso County is at the low end. Standard renters insurance already covers wind and hail damage to your stuff, so the data below is more context than coverage gap.

High-wind events ~3.6/yr
Hail events ~1.8/yr
Flood events ~6.0/yr

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, annual averages from the past five years for El Paso 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.

110 S Festival St, El Paso, TX 79912

Mesa Hills

Built 1974 2 stories 30 units
4.2/5 ·291 reviews Google
2 reviews Apt. Finder
$930 – $1,030 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Cliff Dwellers Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $946 – $1,046
Base Rent $930 – $1,030
Est. Renters Insurance $16/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at Cliff Dwellers 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.

$45

Pets Fees

One-Time Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$200

Pet Deposit

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$350

Monthly Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$45 / mo

Parking Fees

Parking Fee

Max of 1. Charged per vehicle.

$35 / mo

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Cliff Dwellers 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
$350 Deposit
$45 Monthly Pet Rent
$200 Fee
25 lb Weight Limit
2 Pet Limit

About Cliff Dwellers Apartments

Year Built: 1974
Stories: 2 stories
Units: 30
Phone: (915) 666-4986

From the property listing:

Nice small property with mature trees, grill area, private covered parking, big apartments, nice residents, good maintenance. The location is privilege, is close to the shopping centers, bus station, greats school, this property is very quiet and clean.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Cliff Dwellers Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for Cliff Dwellers 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 Cliff Dwellers Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $16/month ($193/year). For context, the statewide average is $14/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at Cliff Dwellers Apartments?
Plan for $946 to $1,046/month all-in. That's base rent ($930 – $1,030), plus roughly $16/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does Cliff Dwellers Apartments allow pets?
Yes, Cliff Dwellers Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats Allowed. $350 Deposit. $45 Monthly Pet Rent. $200 Fee. 25 lb Weight Limit. 2 Pet Limit. Standard renters insurance covers pet-related liability at no extra cost.
How safe is the area around Cliff Dwellers Apartments?
Property crime in El Paso sits near the national average — 1,356 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 117/100K here. On the property itself, you'll find covered parking — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Cliff Dwellers Apartments offer?
There are 2 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $930 – $1,030. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with Cliff Dwellers Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with Cliff Dwellers Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from Cliff Dwellers Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from Cliff Dwellers Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the Cliff Dwellers Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for Cliff Dwellers Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at Cliff Dwellers 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 Cliff Dwellers Apartments in El Paso, TX, 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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