Encore at Home Town Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 15, 2026

Thinking about renting at Encore at Home Town Apartments in North Richland Hills? Rent here runs $1,370 – $2,907, and renters insurance adds about $14/mo. Below we break down which carriers are cheapest for this building and what the lease actually requires.

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6100 Ashbury St, North Richland Hills, TX 76180

North Richland Hills

Built 2015 3 stories 316 units
4.2/5 ·254 reviews Google
5/5 ·13 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,370 – $2,907 /month

Renters Insurance at Encore at Home Town Apartments

We found a few insurance details on Encore at Home Town Apartments's 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 Encore at Home Town Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Open Access

No gated or controlled access — higher theft exposure

Dog-Friendly

Dogs allowed — consider higher liability coverage

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 1814/100K (15% above national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$14

Est. Monthly

$168

Est. Annual

$13

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 Encore at Home Town Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$30,000 recommended

If you own less

$20,000

If you own more

$50,000

Liability

Covers accidental harm & lawsuits

$300,000 recommended

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 Encore at Home Town 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

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 North Richland Hills.

North Richland Hills property crime rate

1,814

per 100K residents

15% above U.S. avg

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

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
195 / 200
Larceny / theft
1,471 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
148 / 206

U.S. average

Near-average property crime means insurance premiums in North Richland Hills track closely with national baselines. Encore at Home Town Apartments also has on-site security features (Package service, Package lockers, Sprinklers) that insurers recognize with discounts.

Source: FBI UCR Program, North Richland Hills (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

On-Site Security

Package service Package lockers Sprinklers

Flood Risk

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

$75

Administrative Fee

Charged per unit.

$150

Deposit Fee

Charged per unit.

$300

Pets Fees

Dog Fee

Charged per pet.

$250

Dog Rent

Charged per pet.

$30 / mo

Cat Fee

Charged per pet.

$250

Cat Rent

Charged per pet.

$30 / mo

Amenities

Special Features

Accent Tile Backsplash bluetooth speakers Built-In Wireless Bluetooth Speakers Business Center with Breakout Conference Room Ceramic Tile throughout Bathrooms Chef Inspired Kitchen Climate Controlled Hallways Community BBQ grills Custom Cabinetry Dog Park elevator Entertainment area with Billiards and Poker Rooms Full-Size Washer/Dryer in All Units granite Granite & Quartz Countertops Home Office with Built-In Desk* interior climate controlled hallways Onsite Dry Cleaning On-Site Storage Available Open Concept Floorplans Open Island Kitchens* Outdoor Entertainment Area with Fire Pit Package Room Private Garages Available Resort-Style Pool with Splash Deck Separate Yoga and Aerobics Room Stainless Steel Finish Whirlpool Appliances Wood Plank Style

Community Features

Wi-Fi Dry Cleaning Service Planned Social Activities Pet Washing Station Elevator Business Center Clubhouse Conference Rooms Cabana Courtyard Grill Picnic Area Pond Fitness Center Pool Walking/Biking Trails

Floor Plan Amenities

High Speed Internet Access Washer/Dryer Air Conditioning Heating Ceiling Fans Cable Ready Storage Space Double Vanities Tub/Shower Surround Sound Sprinkler System Framed Mirrors Dishwasher Disposal Ice Maker Granite Countertops Pantry Island Kitchen Eat-in Kitchen Kitchen Microwave Oven Range Refrigerator Freezer Quartz Countertops Hardwood Floors Carpet Office Crown Molding Window Coverings Balcony Patio Porch Deck

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Encore at Home Town 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.

Cats and Dogs Allowed
$30 Monthly Pet Rent
$250 Fee
2 Pet Limit

About Encore at Home Town Apartments

Year Built: 2015
Stories: 3 stories
Units: 316
Phone: (817) 479-5230

From the property listing:

Have it all at Encore at Home Town, located in the heart of North Richland Hills, Texas. With one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, our luxury apartment homes have floorplan options for every lifestyle and design aesthetic. Entertaining is easy at Encore at Home Town, with our pet-friendly apartment homes featuring built-in wireless Bluetooth speakers and spacious open concepts. Cook an inspired meal in your chef's kitchen, complete with granite and quartz countertops, Stainless Steel Whirlpool appliances, and open kitchen islands. Our community amenities were designed with you in mind.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Encore at Home Town Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on Encore at Home Town Apartments's 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 Encore at Home Town Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $14/month ($168/year). Encore at Home Town 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 $14/month, so this building is right around average.
Does Encore at Home Town Apartments allow pets?
Yes, Encore at Home Town Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats and Dogs Allowed. $30 Monthly Pet Rent. $250 Fee. 2 Pet Limit. If you have a pet, keep in mind that most renters insurance policies cover pet liability — but you may want to increase your liability limit, especially for larger breeds.
How safe is the area around Encore at Home Town Apartments?
Property crime in North Richland Hills sits near the national average — 1,814 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 195/100K here. On the property itself, you'll find package service, package lockers, sprinklers — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Encore at Home Town Apartments offer?
There are 10 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,370 – $2,907. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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