Heritage Deerwood Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 15, 2026

Thinking about renting at Heritage Deerwood Apartments in Heritage Deerwood? Rent here runs $1,799 – $2,490, and renters insurance adds about $16/mo. Below we break down which carriers are cheapest for this building and what the lease actually requires.

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10901 Burnt Mill Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32256

Heritage Deerwood

Managed by Leclair Management Inc. Built 2001 2 stories 210 units
3.5/5 ·44 reviews Google
5/5 ·4 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,799 – $2,490 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Heritage Deerwood Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,815 – $2,506
Base Rent $1,799 – $2,490
Est. Renters Insurance $16/mo

Renters Insurance at Heritage Deerwood Apartments

We found a few insurance details on Heritage Deerwood Apartments's 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 Heritage Deerwood Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Gated Community

Gated access reduces theft risk — may qualify for security discount

Controlled Access

Electronic/key fob entry — reduces unauthorized entry risk

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

$16

Est. Monthly

$187

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 Heritage Deerwood 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 Heritage Deerwood Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $9/mo $107/yr
USAA $10/mo $120/yr
State Farm $13/mo $160/yr
Progressive $14/mo $174/yr
Safeco $14/mo $174/yr
Travelers $16/mo $187/yr
Allstate $17/mo $200/yr
Nationwide $17/mo $200/yr
Farmers $18/mo $214/yr
Liberty Mutual $20/mo $240/yr

Discounts You May Qualify For

Gated community
-5%
Controlled access
-3%
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.

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. Heritage Deerwood Apartments also has on-site security features (Package service, Controlled access, Property manager on site, Gated, Covered parking) 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 Mentioned

On-Site Security

Package service Controlled access Property manager on site Gated Covered parking

Flood Risk

Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for Heritage Deerwood 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 Heritage Deerwood 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.

$80

Administrative Fee

Charged per unit.

$250

Amenities

Special Features

Attached Private Garages Pet Friendly Car Wash

Community Features

Maintenance on site Trash Pickup - Curbside Recycling Online Services Planned Social Activities Car Wash Area Business Center Clubhouse Storage Space Walk-Up Sundeck Picnic Area Pond Fitness Center Hot Tub Pool

Floor Plan Amenities

High Speed Internet Access Washer/Dryer Hookup Air Conditioning Heating Ceiling Fans Cable Ready Satellite TV Security System Double Vanities Tub/Shower Fireplace Dishwasher Disposal Ice Maker Granite Countertops Stainless Steel Appliances Pantry Kitchen Microwave Oven Range Refrigerator Freezer Carpet Vinyl Flooring Dining Room High Ceilings Family Room Crown Molding Bay Window Walk-In Closets Linen Closet Large Bedrooms Balcony Patio Porch

What's Within Reach

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

Grocery

  • Rowe's Supermarket - Baymeadows 4.6
  • Sprouts Farmers Market 4.5
  • Publix Super Market at St. John's Town Center 4.6

Pharmacy

  • Publix Pharmacy at Deerwood Village Shopping Center 5.0
  • CVS Pharmacy 4.0
  • Walmart Pharmacy 4.7

Hospital

  • UF Health Emergency & Urgent Care Center - Baymeadows 4.4
  • Baptist & Wolfson Town Center Emergency Room (ER) 3.0
  • HCA Florida Memorial Hospital Emergency Room 3.9

Gym

  • Chuze Fitness 4.1
  • Brooks Family YMCA 4.5
  • Chuze Fitness 4.0

Restaurant

  • Midtown Table 4.5
  • Nomu Izakaya 4.8
  • JaxSpice St Johns Town Center 4.8

Park

  • Fort Family Park 4.5
  • Deerwood Rotary Childrens Park 4.4
  • Losco Regional Park 4.6

Bank

  • Valley Bank 3.1
  • Bank of America (with Drive-thru ATM) 3.0
  • Seacoast Bank 3.9

Gas

  • Shell 4.0
  • Racetrac 2.5
  • GATE Gas Station 4.2

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Heritage Deerwood 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
$20 Monthly Pet Rent
$500 Fee

About Heritage Deerwood Apartments

Year Built: 2001
Stories: 2 stories
Units: 210
Management: Leclair Management Inc.
Phone: (904) 664-9184

From the property listing:

NEWLY RENOVATED! Heritage Deerwood features beautiful condominium/apartment homes for rent in Jacksonville Florida. It’s easy to fall in love with the craftsmanship and fine detailing of a home at Heritage. Our quality construction and interior design- from crown molding, wood mantel fire places, private ground floor entry, screened in lanais to direct access garages- provide an uncluttered backdrop for your personal style, whether you prefer contemporary, cottage or classic.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Heritage Deerwood Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on Heritage Deerwood Apartments's 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 Heritage Deerwood Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $16/month ($187/year). Heritage Deerwood 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 right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at Heritage Deerwood Apartments?
Plan for $1,815 to $2,506/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,799 – $2,490), plus roughly $16/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does Heritage Deerwood Apartments allow pets?
Yes, Heritage Deerwood Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats and Dogs Allowed. $20 Monthly Pet Rent. $500 Fee. 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 Heritage Deerwood 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. On the property itself, you'll find package service, controlled access, property manager on site, gated — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Heritage Deerwood Apartments offer?
There are 4 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,799 – $2,490. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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