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Drift at Town Center East Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 15, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for Drift at Town Center East Apartments in Jacksonville? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$14/mo), the 4 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at Drift at Town Center East Apartments

We found a few insurance details on the Drift at Town Center East 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.

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What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to Drift at Town Center East 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

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

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

What You'll Likely Pay

$14

Est. Monthly

$163

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 Drift at Town Center East Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$30,000 recommended

If you own less

$20,000

If you own more

$50,000

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 Drift at Town Center East 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

Claims-free (if applicable)
-10%
Pay-in-full annual
-7%
Paperless/autopay
-3%
Multi-policy bundle
-10%

Next Step

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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)

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
Noise Mentioned

Flood Risk

Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for Drift at Town Center East 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.

5000 Kernan Blvd S, Jacksonville, FL 32224

Southside

Built 2019 3 stories 276 units
4.3/5 ·142 reviews Google
2 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,523 – $2,531 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Drift at Town Center East Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,537 – $2,545
Base Rent $1,523 – $2,531
Est. Renters Insurance $14/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

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

Required Fees

Application Fee Per Applicant

Charged per applicant.

$75

Administrative Fee

Charged per unit.

$250

Pets Fees

Dog Fee

Charged per pet.

$300

Dog Rent

Charged per pet.

$35 / mo

Cat Fee

Charged per pet.

$300

Cat Rent

Charged per pet.

$35 / mo

What's Within Reach

Groceries, pharmacies, gyms — the basics you'll want close by. Here's what's in the neighborhood around Drift at Town Center East Apartments.

Pharmacy

  • Publix Pharmacy at Kernan Square 2.9
  • Walgreens Pharmacy 4.0
  • Medtown PHARMACY 4.9

Hospital

  • HCA Florida Memorial Hospital Emergency Room 3.9
  • Mayo Clinic Emergency Room 3.0
  • Baptist & Wolfson Town Center Emergency Room (ER) 3.0

Gym

  • Orangetheory Fitness 4.9
  • Chuze Fitness 4.2
  • Florida Extreme Fitness Center 4.7

Restaurant

  • A Bit of Saigon 4.5
  • EZ Eatz by Yaya 4.9
  • True Food Kitchen 4.5

Park

  • Jacksonville Beach Parks & Rec 4.7
  • Oceanfront Park 4.7
  • Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park 4.7

Bank

  • Bank of America ATM (Drive-thru) 2.9
  • Fifth Third Bank & ATM 3.5
  • Drift at Town Center East Apartments 4.3

Gas

  • RapidXChange Propane

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Drift at Town Center East 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
$35 Monthly Pet Rent
$300 Fee
2 Pet Limit

About Drift at Town Center East Apartments

Year Built: 2019
Stories: 3 stories
Units: 276
Phone: (904) 694-5046

From the property listing:

Drift at Town Center East Apartments is a modern, pet-friendly apartment community in Southeast Jacksonville, Florida, near I-295. We offer 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom luxury apartments for rent with an impressive selection of features, including stainless steel appliances, designer cabinets, quartz countertops, walk-in closets and more. Residents have convenient, easy access to shopping, dining and entertainment at St. Johns Town Center and Regency Square Mall. Drift at Town Center East Apartments is close to major employers and schools such as Amazon, Baptist Health, St.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Drift at Town Center East Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on the Drift at Town Center East 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 Drift at Town Center East Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $14/month ($163/year). For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is below average.
What will I actually pay per month at Drift at Town Center East Apartments?
Plan for $1,537 to $2,545/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,523 – $2,531), plus roughly $14/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does Drift at Town Center East Apartments allow pets?
Yes, Drift at Town Center East Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats and Dogs Allowed. $35 Monthly Pet Rent. $300 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 Drift at Town Center East Apartments?
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.
What floor plans does Drift at Town Center East Apartments offer?
There are 6 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,523 – $2,531. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with Drift at Town Center East Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with Drift at Town Center East Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from Drift at Town Center East Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from Drift at Town Center East Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the Drift at Town Center East Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for Drift at Town Center East Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at Drift at Town Center East 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 Drift at Town Center East Apartments 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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