Arelia James Island Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 15, 2026

Thinking about renting at Arelia James Island Apartments in Southside? Rent here runs $1,364 - $2,229, and renters insurance adds about $15/mo. Below we break down which carriers are cheapest for this building and what the lease actually requires.

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5230 S Gate Pky, Jacksonville, FL 32256

Southside

Built 2009 3 stories 270 units
4.2/5 ·298 reviews Google
5/5 ·36 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,364 - $2,229 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Arelia James Island Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,536 – $2,401
Base Rent $1,364 – $2,229
Required Monthly Fees $157
Est. Renters Insurance $15/mo

Renters Insurance at Arelia James Island Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

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

Gated Community

Gated access reduces theft risk — may qualify for security discount

Dog-Friendly

Dogs allowed — consider higher liability coverage

Pest Issues

5 mentions in Google reviews

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

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

What You'll Likely Pay

$15

Est. Monthly

$178

Est. Annual

$14

With Discounts/mo

$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 Arelia James Island Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$40,000 recommended

If you own less

$20,000

If you own more

$60,000

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 Arelia James Island Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $8/mo $102/yr
USAA $10/mo $114/yr
State Farm $13/mo $152/yr
Progressive $14/mo $165/yr
Safeco $14/mo $165/yr
Travelers $15/mo $178/yr
Allstate $16/mo $190/yr
Nationwide $16/mo $190/yr
Farmers $17/mo $203/yr
Liberty Mutual $19/mo $228/yr

Discounts You May Qualify For

Gated community
-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 Jacksonville.

2,168 per 100K residents

Property crime rate in Jacksonville

37% above national average (1,578/100K)

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary255 (nat. 200)
Larceny / theft1,708 (nat. 1,172)
Vehicle theft204 (nat. 206)

Higher-than-average property crime is why insurance carriers charge more in this zip code — your premium reflects the claims frequency for the area. Arelia James Island Apartments also has on-site security features (Gated, Gated access) that insurers recognize with discounts.

Source: FBI UCR Program, Jacksonville Sheriff's Office (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 Frequent topic
10×
Pest Issues Common topic
Water Damage Mentioned
Noise Mentioned
Slip/Fall Hazards Mentioned

On-Site Security

Gated Gated access

Flood Risk

Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for Arelia James Island 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 Arelia James Island Apartments. Some are monthly, some are one-time — all of them affect your actual cost of living here.

Required Fees

Deposit Waiver Min

Deposit Waiver Min Charged per unit.

$22 / mo

Technology Fee

Technology Fee Charged per unit.

$69 / mo

Administrative Fees

Adminstrative Fees Charged per unit.

$250

Application Fee

Online Application Fee Charged per applicant.

$75

Pets Fees

Pet Fees Or Charges

Pet Fees Or Charges - Dog Charged per pet.

$350

Pet Rent

Pet Rent - Dog Charged per pet.

$30 / mo

Parking Fees

Garage - Parking

Garage - Parking Charged per vehicle.

$100 / mo

Addons Fees

Deposit Max

Deposit Max Charged per unit.

$49

Security Deposit

Security Deposit. Charged per unit.

Varies one-time

Amenities

Special Features

Wood Finish Floors 1 Nine Foot Ceilings with Fans in Every Room Washer Dryer Black on Black Appliances Wood Flooring in Select Units Gated Community Reno C Washer & Dryer in Every Home 1st floor-1 Private Patios/Balconies Minutes from the Finest Beaches & Downtown Reno A Resort Style Pool w/Grilling Area USB Ports Bark Park Billiards room Large Walk-In Closets Reno B Upgraded Lighting Package

Community Features

Clubhouse Walk-Up Fitness Center Pool

Floor Plan Amenities

Washer/Dryer Air Conditioning Dishwasher Stainless Steel Appliances Hardwood Floors Walk-In Closets Balcony Patio

What's Within Reach

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

Grocery

  • Whole Foods Market 4.4
  • Rowe's Supermarket - Baymeadows 4.6
  • Sprouts Farmers Market 4.5

Pharmacy

  • Florida Specialty Pharmacy at CSNF
  • Ossi's Apothecary Old Baymeadows 4.7
  • CVS Pharmacy 4.3

Hospital

  • UF Health Emergency & Urgent Care Center - Baymeadows 4.4
  • HCA Florida Memorial Hospital Emergency Room 3.9
  • Ascension St. Vincent's Emergency Care - Southside 4.2

Gym

  • Orangetheory Fitness 4.7
  • Brooks Family YMCA 4.5
  • Chuze Fitness 4.1

Restaurant

  • Gyro 365 4.7
  • Nomu Izakaya 4.8
  • Midtown Table 4.5

Park

  • Fort Family Park 4.5
  • Losco Regional Park 4.6
  • Jacksonville Drew Park 4.4

Bank

  • Ameris Bank 4.8
  • Seacoast Bank 3.9
  • Ameris Bank 4.6

Gas

  • GATE Gas Station 4.2
  • Shell 4.0
  • GATE Gas Station 2.9

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Arelia James Island 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

About Arelia James Island Apartments

Nestled in Jacksonville's Southside, Arelia James Island is just minutes away from the St.Johns Town Center, the area's finest Jacksonville beaches, golf courses and country clubs. Arelia James Island includes 270 luxurious apartment homes and is the area's newest luxury living space! Upscale community amenities, including a resort-style clubhouse and swimming pool, complement the beautiful designer interiors of each residence. Arelia James Island offers convenient access to a number of major employment centers. We are located in the Twin Lakes Elementary, Twin Lakes Middle and Atlantic Coast High School district.

Year Built: 2009
Stories: 3
Total Units: 270
Phone: (904) 822-0135

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Arelia James Island Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for Arelia James Island 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 Arelia James Island Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $15/month ($178/year). Arelia James Island Apartments has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $14/month. For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is below average.
What will I actually pay per month at Arelia James Island Apartments?
Plan for $1,536 to $2,401/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,364 - $2,229), plus $157/month in required fees (trash, utilities, etc.), plus roughly $15/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does Arelia James Island Apartments allow pets?
Yes, Arelia James Island Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats and Dogs Allowed. 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 Arelia James Island Apartments?
Property crime in Jacksonville runs noticeably higher than the national average — 2168 incidents per 100,000 residents versus the U.S. average of 1578. 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. On the property itself, you'll find gated, gated access — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Arelia James Island Apartments offer?
There are 14 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,364 - $2,229. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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