Lumen Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 15, 2026

Thinking about renting at Lumen Apartments in Montrose? Rent here runs $1,202 – $3,115, and renters insurance adds about $13/mo. Below we break down which carriers are cheapest for this building and what the lease actually requires.

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2400 W Dallas St, Houston, TX 77019

Montrose

Managed by The NRP Group Built 2022 5 stories 367 units
3.8/5 ·213 reviews Google
2 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,202 – $3,115 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Lumen Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,215 – $3,128
Base Rent $1,202 – $3,115
Est. Renters Insurance $13/mo

Renters Insurance at Lumen Apartments

We found a few insurance details on Lumen 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 Lumen 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

Theft Reports

3 mentions in Google reviews

Package Theft

1 mentions in Google reviews

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 4013/100K (154% above national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$13

Est. Monthly

$162

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 Lumen 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

$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 Lumen Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $9/mo $106/yr
USAA $10/mo $119/yr
State Farm $13/mo $158/yr
Progressive $14/mo $172/yr
Safeco $14/mo $172/yr
Travelers $15/mo $185/yr
Allstate $17/mo $198/yr
Nationwide $17/mo $198/yr
Farmers $18/mo $211/yr
Liberty Mutual $20/mo $238/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 Houston.

Houston property crime rate

4,013

per 100K residents

154% above U.S. avg

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

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
530 / 200
Larceny / theft
2,927 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
555 / 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. Lumen Apartments also has on-site security features (Concierge, Doorman) that insurers recognize with discounts.

Source: FBI UCR Program, Houston (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
Theft Common topic
Water Damage Mentioned
Package Theft Mentioned

On-Site Security

Concierge Doorman

Fees Beyond Rent

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

Required Fees

Application Fee Per Applicant

$75

Administrative Fee

$150

Pets Fees

Cat Fee

$500

Dog Fee

$500

Cat Rent

$50 / mo

Dog Rent

$50 / mo

Amenities

Special Features

Courtyard with Grills Dog Spa Media Room Package Concierge Pool Courtyard with Lounge Sky Lounge with Downtown Views Social Lounge Vinyl Plank Flooring Throughout We Work Lounge Spaces

Community Features

Clubhouse Lounge Conference Rooms Courtyard Grill Fitness Center Pool

Floor Plan Amenities

Quartz Countertops

What's Within Reach

Groceries, pharmacies, gyms — the basics you'll want close by. Here's what's in the neighborhood around Lumen Apartments.

Grocery

  • Whole Foods Market 4.4
  • H-E-B 4.6
  • Kroger 3.9

Pharmacy

  • CVS Pharmacy 3.4
  • CVS 2.4
  • Scott Read Pharmacy | Affordable Generic Drug Store in Houston 4.5

Hospital

  • Montrose Emergency Room - 24 Hours ER Houston 4.7
  • HCA Houston ER 24/7 - Montrose 4.8
  • Swift Star ER: River Oaks Emergency Room 4.4

Gym

  • The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa 4.6
  • Retro Fitness 4.1
  • EōS Fitness 4.3

Restaurant

  • The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa 4.6
  • Katami 4.7
  • La Griglia 4.3

Park

  • Lee and Joe Jamail Skatepark 4.6
  • Sabine Street Bridge 4.7
  • Nau Family Pavilion 4.8

Bank

  • Chase Bank 3.8
  • ATM (ATM Link, Inc.) 5.0
  • Lumen 3.8

Gas

  • C-Store 1.9
  • Timewise 1.0

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Lumen 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.

Dogs and Cats Allowed
$50 Monthly Pet Rent
$500 Fee
2 Pet Limit

About Lumen Apartments

Year Built: 2022
Stories: 5 stories
Units: 367
Management: The NRP Group
Phone: (832) 924-2740

From the property listing:

Near the middle of Houstons sprawling urban landscape is Lumen, an elevated residence for those who want to live a little brighter. Shop, dine, and illuminate your senses, all within a few minutes from your home. Any lifestyle can shine at Lumen, whether youre the urbanite, the cultured socialite, the local trendsetter, or someone who just likes the city lights. Its brilliant, its radiant, and its in the center of it all.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Lumen Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on Lumen 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 Lumen Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $13/month ($162/year). For context, the statewide average is $14/month, so this building is right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at Lumen Apartments?
Plan for $1,215 to $3,128/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,202 – $3,115), plus roughly $13/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does Lumen Apartments allow pets?
Yes, Lumen Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Dogs and Cats Allowed. $50 Monthly Pet Rent. $500 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 Lumen Apartments?
Property crime in Houston runs noticeably higher than the national average — 4,013 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 530/100K here. On the property itself, you'll find concierge, doorman — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Lumen Apartments offer?
There are 19 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, studio layouts. Rent ranges from $1,202 – $3,115. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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