Katy, TX

The Standard at Franz Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for The Standard at Franz Apartments in Katy? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$13/mo), the 4 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at The Standard at Franz Apartments

We found a few insurance details on the The Standard at Franz Apartments 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 The Standard at Franz 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

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 3016/100K (91% above national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$13

Est. Monthly

$155

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 The Standard at Franz 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 The Standard at Franz 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

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 Katy.

Katy property crime rate

3,016

per 100K residents

91% above U.S. avg

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

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
442 / 200
Larceny / theft
2,362 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
212 / 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. The Standard at Franz Apartments also has on-site security features (Perimeter fencing) that insurers recognize with discounts.

Source: FBI UCR Program, Katy (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
Theft Mentioned
Pest Issues Mentioned
Safety Concerns Mentioned

What residents talk about most

Management

Consistently positive in reviews

“The staff is friendly and helpful, and the property manager, Marquinn, was especially great to work with.” — Google reviewer

On-Site Security

Perimeter fencing

Natural Hazards & Your Renters Coverage

From a renters-insurance angle, The Standard at Franz Apartments doesn't have unusual exposure to the natural hazards that a standard policy excludes — flood risk is low and significant earthquakes are rare here. What renters in Harris County are likely to actually claim against, on the other hand, is severe weather: NOAA records around 22 severe weather events a year locally. Wind, hail, and storm damage to your possessions are all covered by a baseline policy.

Earthquake shaking

Earthquakes happen rarely enough at this location that an earthquake-specific endorsement isn't a meaningful insurance decision. A baseline renters policy still covers the claims you'd actually file. The USGS-level detail is included below mostly for thoroughness.

Low seismic hazard · ground motion 0.03g

Skipping the endorsement is a defensible choice at this hazard level. Theft, fire, lightning, and most water damage stay covered under your standard renters policy regardless.

Hazard data from USGS National Seismic Hazard Model. The ground-motion figure is the level USGS expects to be exceeded with about 2% probability over a 50-year horizon — the standard reference used in building codes.

Severe weather you'd actually claim for

This is the part of the natural-hazard picture where renters insurance actually pays out. NOAA records around 22 severe-weather events a year in Harris County. Damage to personal property from wind, hail, and storms is covered by a baseline policy — the historical record below is more about understanding what your policy will actually be used for than identifying a coverage gap.

High-wind events ~22.0/yr
Hail events ~15.4/yr
Tornado events ~2.6/yr
Flood events ~6.0/yr

Severe-weather damage to personal belongings is covered without an endorsement on every standard renters policy. The frequency above is part of why carrying the coverage matters here, not a reason to add anything extra.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, annual averages from the past five years for Harris County. Counts reflect reported events, not damage amounts.

The bottom line: a standard renters policy at this address is sufficient. None of the optional natural-hazard endorsements pay back at meaningful odds.

24300 Franz Rd, Katy, TX 77493

Katy

Managed by Hamilton Point Investments Built 2022 3 stories 213 units
4.3/5 ·141 reviews Google
5/5 ·13 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,244 – $2,260 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at The Standard at Franz Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,257 – $2,273
Base Rent $1,244 – $2,260
Est. Renters Insurance $13/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at The Standard at Franz 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

$175

Pets Fees

One-Time Pet Fee

$375

What's Within Reach

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

Grocery

  • Western Union 2.3
  • Brookshire Brothers Fuel 5.0

Pharmacy

  • CVS Pharmacy 2.9
  • Walgreens Pharmacy 2.2
  • CVS 3.2

Hospital

  • Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital Emergency Center 2.0
  • Swift Star ER: Katy Emergency Room 4.6
  • Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital 2.7

Gym

  • DexaFit Katy 4.9
  • Champion Fitness Center Texas 5.0
  • BONA Fitness 4.7

Restaurant

  • Taqueria la marianita's 5.0
  • Japanese Hibachi Food Truck 3.9
  • Crazy Asian Express 5.0

Park

  • Katy City Park 4.7
  • Katy Park 4.5
  • City of Katy Off-Leash Dog Park 4.7

Bank

  • Bank of America (with Drive-thru ATM) 2.6
  • Chase Bank 2.1
  • Wells Fargo Bank 2.8

Gas

  • Tiny's 4.5
  • Texaco Katy 2.7
  • Phillips 66 4.0

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what The Standard at Franz 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 Allowed
$375 Fee
80 lb Weight Limit
2 Pet Limit

About The Standard at Franz Apartments

Year Built: 2022
Stories: 3 stories
Units: 213
Management: Hamilton Point Investments
Phone: (832) 979-7746

From the property listing:

We don't just rent apartments. From the moment you walk through the front door, you'll feel the comfort and security that makes our residents happy to call us home. Cutting-edge amenities, meticulously-groomed grounds, and a dedicated staff contribute to a higher standard of living. Convenient shopping, award-winning schools, local museums, and parks are all close at hand, with sponsored activities to develop new hobbies while getting to know your neighbors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Standard at Franz Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on the The Standard at Franz Apartments 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 The Standard at Franz Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $13/month ($155/year). For context, the statewide average is $14/month, so this building is right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at The Standard at Franz Apartments?
Plan for $1,257 to $2,273/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,244 – $2,260), 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 The Standard at Franz Apartments allow pets?
Yes, The Standard at Franz Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Dogs Allowed. $375 Fee. 80 lb Weight Limit. 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 The Standard at Franz Apartments?
Property crime in Katy runs noticeably higher than the national average — 3,016 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 442/100K here. On the property itself, you'll find perimeter fencing — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does The Standard at Franz Apartments offer?
There are 4 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,244 – $2,260. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with The Standard at Franz Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with The Standard at Franz Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from The Standard at Franz Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from The Standard at Franz Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the The Standard at Franz Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for The Standard at Franz Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at The Standard at Franz Apartments compare renters insurance options for their lease. On this page, renters can find lease-required coverage minimums where available, an estimated monthly premium for this address, the property's risk profile (crime and flood zone), and any discounts that apply to the building — then compare carriers side by side to find appropriate coverage levels. For renters at The Standard at Franz Apartments in Katy, TX, SafeButler can compare price, coverage, deductible options, and any lease-required coverage minimums in a single flow. SafeButler may show quotes from carriers such as Lemonade and Liberty Mutual where available. SafeButler does not sell insurance directly and is not tied to one insurance company, so renters can choose the option that best fits their needs.

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