Jacksonville, FL

3359 Columbus Ave Apartment: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment in Jacksonville? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$19/mo), the 4 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment

What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment can push your insurance cost up or down:

Open Access

No gated or controlled access — higher theft exposure

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 2168/100K (37% above national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$19

Est. Monthly

$234

Est. Annual

$16

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 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment 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 Florida

How Carriers Compare for This Area

Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $11/mo $134/yr
USAA $13/mo $150/yr
State Farm $17/mo $200/yr
Progressive $18/mo $217/yr
Safeco $18/mo $217/yr
Travelers $19/mo $234/yr
Allstate $21/mo $250/yr
Nationwide $21/mo $250/yr
Farmers $22/mo $267/yr
Liberty Mutual $25/mo $301/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 Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.

Jacksonville property crime rate

2,168

per 100K residents

37% above U.S. avg

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

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
255 / 200
Larceny / theft
1,708 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
204 / 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.

Source: FBI UCR Program, Jacksonville Sheriff's Office (2024-12 to 2025-11)

Natural Hazards & Your Renters Coverage

The natural-hazard picture for renters at this address is straightforward: flood risk is low and earthquake shaking isn't a meaningful concern, but Duval County sees real severe-weather activity — NOAA tallies roughly 27 severe weather events a year. The good news is that's exactly the kind of damage a standard renters policy is designed to handle. The section below walks through the local weather record.

Flood damage

This address is in one of FEMA's lower flood-risk classifications. Standard renters policies don't cover flood damage anywhere, but in low-risk zones the cost of a separate NFIP policy generally isn't justified by the expected loss. The detail is below mostly for completeness.

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.

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 0.05g

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 27 severe-weather events a year in Duval 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 ~27.4/yr
Hail events ~3.0/yr
Tornado events ~1.2/yr
Flood events ~11.0/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 Duval County. Counts reflect reported events, not damage amounts.

Renters at this address generally don't need optional natural-hazard add-ons. The base policy already covers the realistic claim scenarios.

3359 Columbus Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32254

Central Jacksonville

From $1,000 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment

The listed rent isn't the whole number. Here's what 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment actually costs each month once you add required fees and insurance.

Total Monthly Cost $1,019
Base Rent $1,000
Est. Renters Insurance $19/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment. Some are monthly, some are one-time — all of them affect your actual cost of living here.

Required Fees

Security Deposit - Refundable

Charged per unit.

$1,000

What's Within Reach

Groceries, pharmacies, gyms — the basics you'll want close by. Here's what's in the neighborhood around 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment.

Grocery

  • Rowe's IGA Supermarket 4.4
  • Save A Lot 4.0
  • The Fresh Market 4.5

Pharmacy

  • O'steens Pharmacy 4.2
  • Capsule 4.5
  • Walgreens Pharmacy 3.4

Hospital

  • HCA Florida Memorial Hospital Emergency Room 3.9
  • UF Health Emergency & Urgent Care Center - Lane Avenue 4.3
  • HCA Florida Memorial Hospital 4.1

Gym

  • Temple Builders Fitness 4.6
  • Florida Extreme Fitness Center 4.7
  • Trinity Fitness - Riverside 5.0

Restaurant

  • Oasis Sandwiches 4.6
  • Lunch Break 4.7
  • sigies kitchen 4.4

Park

  • Stinson Park 4.7
  • Stockton Park 4.6
  • Willowbranch Park 4.5

Bank

  • Bank of America (with Drive-thru ATM) 3.0
  • VyStar Credit Union 4.9
  • VyStar Credit Union 4.9

Gas

  • Exxon 3.9
  • Shell 4.0
  • Wawa 3.1

About 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment

Phone: (951) 660-5810

From the property listing:

Property Id: 917891 Looking for a cozy and convenient one bedroom apartment that feels like home? This apartment features ample space for comfortable living. The open-concept living area is perfect for entertaining friends and family, with plenty of room for a comfortable seating area and living space. The bedroom is spacious and inviting, with plenty of natural light and a cozy atmosphere for a good night's sleep. The apartment also includes a modern kitchen. The bathroom is clean and well-maintained, recently reinvented with a shower/tub combo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment, 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 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $19/month ($234/year). For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment?
Plan for about $1,019/month all-in. That's base rent (From $1,000), plus roughly $19/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 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment?
Property crime in Jacksonville runs noticeably higher than the national average — 2,168 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 255/100K here.
Is SafeButler affiliated with 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment renters?
SafeButler helps renters at 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment 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 3359 Columbus Ave Apartment in Jacksonville, FL, 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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