Amberwood Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 15, 2026

Thinking about renting at Amberwood Apartments in Fort Worth? Rent here runs $1,010 – $1,550, and renters insurance adds about $16/mo. Below we break down which carriers are cheapest for this building and what the lease actually requires.

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800 Hamsted St, Fort Worth, TX 76115

Fort Worth

Built 1969 2 stories 62 units
3.3/5 ·110 reviews Google
2 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,010 – $1,550 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Amberwood Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,026 – $1,566
Base Rent $1,010 – $1,550
Est. Renters Insurance $16/mo

Renters Insurance at Amberwood Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

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

Older Building

Built in 1969 — 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

Water/Leak Issues

4 mentions in Google reviews

Vehicle Crime

1 mentions of car theft, vandalism, or break-ins in reviews

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 2314/100K (47% above national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$16

Est. Monthly

$193

Est. Annual

$15

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 Amberwood 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

How Carriers Compare for This Area

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

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 Fort Worth.

Fort Worth property crime rate

2,314

per 100K residents

47% above U.S. avg

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

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
295 / 200
Larceny / theft
1,643 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
375 / 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. Amberwood Apartments also has on-site security features (Controlled access, Property manager on site, Gated) that insurers recognize with discounts.

Source: FBI UCR Program, Fort Worth (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.

Water Damage Common topic
Maintenance Issues Common topic
Theft Mentioned
Pest Issues Mentioned
Vehicle Crime Mentioned

On-Site Security

Controlled access Property manager on site Gated

Flood Risk

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

Fees Beyond Rent

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

Required Fees

Administrative Fee

Charged per applicant.

$100

Application Fee Per Applicant

Charged per applicant.

$25

Amenities

Community Features

Laundry Facilities Maintenance on site 24 Hour Access Hearing Impaired Accessible Vision Impaired Accessible Online Services Public Transportation Courtyard Playground Walking/Biking Trails Individual Locking Bedrooms Private Bathroom

Floor Plan Amenities

High Speed Internet Access Washer/Dryer Hookup Air Conditioning Heating Ceiling Fans Smoke Free Cable Ready Trash Compactor Tub/Shower Handrails Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms) Dishwasher Disposal Ice Maker Kitchen Microwave Oven Range Refrigerator Warming Drawer Carpet Tile Floors Vinyl Flooring Walk-In Closets Window Coverings Large Bedrooms Balcony Patio

About Amberwood Apartments

Year Built: 1969
Stories: 2 stories
Units: 62
Phone: (682) 267-3415

From the property listing:

Each Spacious apartment home at Amberwood has been individually renovated to include a modern look and feel with updated interior color schemes, ceiling fans throughout and appealing exterior courtyard view from private patios/balconies. Kitchens have been updated with black appliances, microwave oven and tile mosaic backsplash. Vinyl plank flooring and 2” faux wood blinds add to the modern appeal. The community is conveniently located near I35W and I20 off Hemphill St. in South Fort Worth. A short drive to Hulen mall, Chisholm Trail Parkway and Loop 820S make this a great place to call home!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Amberwood Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for Amberwood 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 Amberwood Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $16/month ($193/year). Amberwood Apartments has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $15/month. For context, the statewide average is $14/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at Amberwood Apartments?
Plan for $1,026 to $1,566/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,010 – $1,550), plus roughly $16/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 Amberwood Apartments?
Property crime in Fort Worth runs noticeably higher than the national average — 2,314 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 295/100K here. On the property itself, you'll find controlled access, property manager on site, gated — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Amberwood Apartments offer?
There are 3 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, studio layouts. Rent ranges from $1,010 – $1,550. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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