208 Isela Rubalcaba Blvd, El Paso, TX 79932
Westside El Paso
Monthly Cost Breakdown at Desert Commons West Apartments
The listed rent isn't the whole number. Here's what Desert Commons West Apartments actually costs each month once you add required fees and insurance.
Renters Insurance at Desert Commons West Apartments
What Affects Your Premium Here
Every building is different. These factors specific to Desert Commons West Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:
Gated Community
Gated access reduces theft risk — may qualify for security discount
Dog-Friendly
Dogs allowed — consider higher liability coverage
FBI UCR
Property crime rate: 1356/100K (14% below national average)
What You'll Likely Pay
$13
Est. Monthly
$155
Est. Annual
$12
With Discounts/mo
$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 Desert Commons West Apartments based on the rent level and building features.
Personal Property
What your stuff is worth
If you own less
$20,000
If you own more
$50,000
Liability
Covers accidental harm & lawsuits
Dog-friendly community — higher liability recommended for pet-related incidents
How Carriers Compare for This Area
Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near Desert Commons West 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
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5 discounts may apply here. Real quotes show your actual price — estimates can't.
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
per 100K residents
U.S. avg is 1,578 per 100K
Breakdown per 100K residents
U.S. average
Near-average property crime means insurance premiums in El Paso track closely with national baselines. Desert Commons West Apartments also has on-site security features (Package service, Gated, Doorman, Covered parking) that insurers recognize with discounts.
Source: FBI UCR Program, El Paso (2024-12 to 2025-11)
On-Site Security
Fees Beyond Rent
These are the additional charges beyond base rent at Desert Commons West Apartments. Some are monthly, some are one-time — all of them affect your actual cost of living here.
Required Fees
Trash Services - Doorstep
Fee for doorstep trash and recycle pickup service. Charged per unit.
Trash Admin
Administrative costs for managing trash service billing, coordination, and related expenses for your apartment. Charged per unit.
Pest Control Services
Regular pest prevention and treatment services. Charged per unit.
Cable TV / Internet Services
Community-provided cable TV and internet services Charged per unit.
Common Area Utilities
Shared utility costs in community common areas. Charged per unit.
Administrative Fee
Fee to process rental application and background check Charged per unit.
Application Fee Per Applicant
Charged per applicant.
Application Fee
Administrative processing fee to cover lease preparation. Charged per applicant.
Pets Fees
Dog Fee
Charged per pet.
Dog Rent
Charged per pet.
Cat Fee
Charged per pet.
Cat Rent
Charged per pet.
Pet Screening
Registration fee for the pet screening step of the application process. Charged per pet.
Pet Fee
Fee for allowing pets in the home. Charged per pet.
Pet / Animal Lease Violation
Fee issued for unauthorized pets or violations of pet policyCharged per pet.
Pet Rent
monthly charge for keeping a pet in the home. Charged per pet.
Parking Fees
Parking - Garage
Charge for access to a garage space. Charged per vehicle.
Parking - Carport
Fee for covered parking in a designated carport space. Charged per vehicle.
Garage Detached
Garage
Addons Fees
Rent Payment Credit Building Service
Build credit by paying rent on time while gaining access to personalized budgeting tools and financial education resources. Charged per unit.
Parking EV Charging
Fee for on-site electric vehicle charging access. Charged per unit.
Storage Space Rental
Fee for an on-site storage unit. Charged per unit.
Situational Fees
Utility - New Account Fee
One-time charge to activate new utility services. Charged per unit.
Satellite Deposit (Refundable)
Deposit to cover potential damages from satellite installation. Charged per unit.
Utility - Vacant Processing Fee
Preparing and administering a unit after move-out Charged per unit.
Intra-Community Transfer Fee
Charge for transferring to another home within the same community. Charged per unit.
Security Deposit (Refundable)
Refundable deposit covering potential damages and unpaid rent per lease terms. Charged per unit.
Short Term Lease Fee
Additional fee for 3-11 month lease term. Charged per unit.
Security Deposit Alternative
Alternative to a standard security deposit typically issued through a surety bond. Charged per unit.
MTM Flat Fee
Month to Month Flat Fee Charged per unit.
Renters Liability Non-Compliance
Fee for not maintaining required renters liability insurancecoverage. Charged per unit.
NSF Tenant Fee
NSF Tenant Fee Charged per unit.
Access Device Replacement
Charge to replace lost or damaged key, fob, or remote. Charged per unit.
Late Fee (Percentage)
Calculated as a percentage of the base rent amount. Charged per unit.
Renter Liability - Third Party
Expense related to required liability coverage through a third-party provider. Charged per unit.
Utility - Electric
Cost of electricity usage for your apartment. Charged per unit.
Utility - Gas
Cost of gas usage for your apartment. Charged per unit.
Utility - Stormwater / Drainage
Local stormwater management and drainage system fee. Chargedper unit.
Utility - Water / Sewer
Water usage and wastewater removal costs. Charged per unit.
Utility - Non-transferred Utility Fee
Charge for utility costs not moved to residents name. Charged per unit.
Concession Repayment
Tenant repayment of rent discounts if lease terms are not met. Charged per unit.
Early Lease Termination / Buyout
Buyout for ending lease agreement before its scheduled end date. Charged per unit.
Legal / Eviction Fee
Costs associated with an eviction proceeding. Charged per unit.
Reletting Fee
An expense associated with re-renting a unit after early lease termination. Charged per unit.
Lease Violation
Fee for non-compliance with lease terms or community policies. Charged per unit.
Insufficient Move-out Notice Fee
Charge for not providing proper advance notice before move-out. Charged per unit.
Utility - Vacant Cost Recovery
Utility costs incurred while the unit was unoccupied. Charged per unit.
Amenities
Special Features
Community Features
Floor Plan Amenities
Pet Policy
Bringing a pet? Here's what Desert Commons West Apartments allows — and keep in mind, if you have a dog, most insurance advisors recommend bumping your liability coverage to at least $300,000. Standard renters policies cover pet-related incidents, but the default $100,000 limit may not be enough if something happens.
About Desert Commons West Apartments
From the property listing:
Live the way you've always wanted without compromising style or quality. At Desert Commons West, our apartment residences are designed with you in mind. Now you really can have it alllifestyle included.
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