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The Menlo Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 15, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for The Menlo Apartments in Jacksonville? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$14/mo), the 6 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at The Menlo Apartments

We found a few insurance details on The Menlo Apartments's website. Your lease may have additional requirements — treat these as a starting point.

Lease Requirements

Interested party* Add property to policy
Listed carriers
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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 Menlo 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

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

$12

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 The Menlo 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 The Menlo 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%
Sprinkler system
-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.

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. The Menlo Apartments also has on-site security features (Package service, Property manager on site, Gated, Sprinklers) 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 Common topic

On-Site Security

Package service Property manager on site Gated Sprinklers

Flood Risk

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

11390 Square St, Jacksonville, FL 32256

Southside

Built 2020 4 stories 332 units
4.3/5 ·242 reviews Google
5/5 ·9 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,461 – $4,421 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at The Menlo Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,475 – $4,435
Base Rent $1,461 – $4,421
Est. Renters Insurance $14/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at The Menlo 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.

$50

Administrative Fee

Charged per unit.

$175

Pets Fees

One-Time Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$400

Monthly Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$25 / mo

What's Within Reach

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

Grocery

  • Publix Super Market at eTown Exchange 4.6
  • Rowe's Supermarket - Baymeadows 4.6
  • Walmart Neighborhood Market 4.2

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what The Menlo 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
$25 Monthly Pet Rent
$400 Fee
2 Pet Limit

About The Menlo Apartments

Year Built: 2020
Stories: 4 stories
Units: 332
Phone: (855) 592-4749

From the property listing:

The Menlo offers luxury living at its finest with the newest, most innovative apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL. Engage socially, athletically, and intellectually with our Sport Court, bike share, bark park, fire pits, 24 hour fitness center with HIIT, and resident lounge with activities and coworking stations. Inside your home you will find SmartHome features, a gourmet kitchen with an island, walk-in showers, and so much more modern comforts. Venture outside of The Menlo and be greeted with Jacksonville's best shopping, dining, and entertainment options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Menlo Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on The Menlo 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 The Menlo Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $14/month ($163/year). The Menlo Apartments has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $12/month. For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is below average.
What will I actually pay per month at The Menlo Apartments?
Plan for $1,475 to $4,435/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,461 – $4,421), 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 The Menlo Apartments allow pets?
Yes, The Menlo Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats and Dogs Allowed. $25 Monthly Pet Rent. $400 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 The Menlo 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, property manager on site, gated, sprinklers — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does The Menlo Apartments offer?
There are 7 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,461 – $4,421. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with The Menlo Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with The Menlo Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from The Menlo 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 Menlo Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact The Menlo Apartments's leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for The Menlo Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at The Menlo 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 Menlo 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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