Nest Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 15, 2026

Thinking about renting at Nest Apartments in South Central Houston? Rent here runs From $850, and renters insurance adds about $19/mo. Below we break down which carriers are cheapest for this building and what the lease actually requires.

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4714 Ward St, Houston, TX 77021

South Central Houston

Built 1958 2 stories 24 units
4.8/5 ·62 reviews Google
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From $850 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Nest Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $869
Base Rent $850
Est. Renters Insurance $19/mo

Renters Insurance at Nest Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

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

Older Building

Built in 1958 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Open Access

No gated or controlled access — higher theft exposure

FBI UCR

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

What You'll Likely Pay

$19

Est. Monthly

$222

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 Nest Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$15,000 recommended

If you own less

$10,000

If you own more

$25,000

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 Nest Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $9/mo $110/yr
USAA $10/mo $124/yr
State Farm $14/mo $166/yr
Progressive $15/mo $179/yr
Safeco $15/mo $179/yr
Travelers $16/mo $193/yr
Allstate $17/mo $207/yr
Nationwide $17/mo $207/yr
Farmers $18/mo $221/yr
Liberty Mutual $21/mo $248/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. Nest Apartments also has on-site security features (Property manager on site, Perimeter fencing) 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 Mentioned
Fire Mentioned

On-Site Security

Property manager on site Perimeter fencing

Fees Beyond Rent

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

Required Fees

Application Fee Per Applicant

$45

Security Deposit - Refundable

$850

Pets Fees

One-Time Pet Fee

$250

Monthly Pet Fee

N/A / mo

Parking Fees

Parking Fee

N/A / mo

Amenities

Community Features

Laundry Facilities Fenced Lot Courtyard

Floor Plan Amenities

Air Conditioning Ceiling Fans Smoke Free Tub/Shower Dishwasher Disposal Pantry Oven Refrigerator Vinyl Flooring Walk-In Closets

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Nest Apartments allows. Standard renters insurance typically covers pet-related incidents, so you usually won't need any add-on coverage for a cat.

Pet policies are negotiable.

About Nest Apartments

Year Built: 1958
Stories: 2 stories
Units: 24
Phone: (346) 577-9438

From the property listing:

Newly renovated community! Check out this cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment with convenient onsite laundry facilities!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Nest Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for Nest 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 Nest Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $19/month ($222/year). For context, the statewide average is $14/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at Nest Apartments?
Plan for about $869/month all-in. That's base rent (From $850), plus roughly $19/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does Nest Apartments allow pets?
Pet policies at Nest Apartments are handled on a case-by-case basis — contact the leasing office for details.
How safe is the area around Nest 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 property manager on site, perimeter fencing — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Nest Apartments offer?
There is 1 floor plan available, a 2-bedroom layout. Rent ranges from From $850. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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