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The Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for The Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments in Memphis? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$13/mo), the 5 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at The Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments

We found a few insurance details on the The Preserve at Forest Creek 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.

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 Preserve at Forest Creek 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

Package Theft

1 mention in Google reviews

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone AE — High-risk flood area with base flood elevation. Flood insurance strongly recommended.

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 5152/100K (226% above national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$13

Est. Monthly

$152

Est. Annual

$12

With Discounts/mo

$13

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 Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments 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

$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 Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $7/mo $87/yr
USAA $8/mo $98/yr
State Farm $11/mo $130/yr
Progressive $12/mo $141/yr
Safeco $12/mo $141/yr
Travelers $13/mo $152/yr
Allstate $14/mo $163/yr
Nationwide $14/mo $163/yr
Farmers $14/mo $174/yr
Liberty Mutual $16/mo $195/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 Memphis.

Memphis property crime rate

5,152

per 100K residents

226% above U.S. avg

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

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
731 / 200
Larceny / theft
3,466 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
955 / 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 Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments also has on-site security features (Package service, Property manager on site, Gated, Gated access) that insurers recognize with discounts.

Source: FBI UCR Program, Memphis (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
Theft Mentioned
Package Theft Mentioned
Slip/Fall Hazards Mentioned

What residents talk about most

Security

Mixed feedback in reviews

On-Site Security

Package service Property manager on site Gated Gated access

Natural Hazards & Your Renters Coverage

Two of the biggest carve-outs in standard renters insurance — flood damage and earthquake damage — both apply at The Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments. FEMA places this address in a flood-prone zone, and the USGS rates seismic activity here as high. Neither would be covered by a typical renters policy. Below is what each source actually shows for this address, and how to think about closing the gaps.

Flood damage

This address is mapped into a Special Flood Hazard Area — FEMA's name for the higher-probability flood zones. Your landlord's building policy doesn't extend to your possessions, and a standard renters policy explicitly excludes flood damage. NFIP renters coverage starts around $99 a year and is usually the simplest path to closing the gap.

FEMA Zone AE — High-risk flood area with base flood elevation

Flood insurance strongly recommended — standard renters policies exclude flood damage.

What to know about flood insurance as a renter:

  • Your landlord's building policy does not cover your belongings
  • NFIP (National Flood Insurance Program) offers renters policies starting around $99/year
  • Private carriers (Neptune, Wright Flood) may offer lower rates
  • Most flood claims in this zone are for personal property, not structural damage

Most flood claims renters file in zones like this one are for personal property — laptops, mattresses, instruments — not structural damage. That's exactly what a renters-targeted flood policy is designed for.

Flood zone data from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (NFHL). Zones can change — verify at FEMA Flood Map Service.

Earthquake shaking

At this hazard level, the question isn't whether a damaging earthquake is possible — it's how to handle the fact that a standard renters policy excludes the damage if one happens. Earthquake endorsements priced for renters typically run $50–$150 annually and cover personal property only (no structural coverage; that's already the landlord's responsibility).

High seismic hazard · ground motion 0.46g

A renters earthquake endorsement covers personal property only and runs roughly $50–$150 a year — structural damage is the landlord's responsibility.

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 19 severe-weather events a year in Shelby 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 ~19.0/yr
Hail events ~8.8/yr
Flood events ~10.2/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 Shelby County. Counts reflect reported events, not damage amounts.

The short version: a standard renters policy at this address leaves real exposure on the table. Pricing the relevant endorsements separately, then comparing total cost to a single bundled quote, is usually how renters in this situation save the most.

9230 Thornbury Blvd, Memphis, TN 38125

Memphis

Built 2008 3 stories 414 units
4.2/5 ·465 reviews Google
5/5 ·10 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,194 – $3,102 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at The Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,207 – $3,115
Base Rent $1,194 – $3,102
Est. Renters Insurance $13/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at The Preserve at Forest Creek 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.

$60

Administrative Fee

Charged per unit.

$225

Pets Fees

One-Time Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$400

Monthly Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$25 / mo

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what The Preserve at Forest Creek 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
75 lb Weight Limit
2 Pet Limit

About The Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments

Year Built: 2008
Stories: 3 stories
Units: 414
Phone: (901) 910-1172

From the property listing:

The Preserve at Forest Creek features 1, 2, and 3-bedroom luxury apartment homes located near Germantown, Collierville, and just outside downtown Memphis, TN. The Preserve is tucked away off Forest Hill Irene Road and conveniently located near the Carriage Crossing shopping mall and Centennial Commons shopping center with an abundance of shopping, dining, and entertainment options to satisfy anyone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on the The Preserve at Forest Creek 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 The Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $13/month ($152/year). The Preserve at Forest Creek 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 $13/month, so this building is right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at The Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments?
Plan for $1,207 to $3,115/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,194 – $3,102), plus roughly $13/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does The Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments allow pets?
Yes, The Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats and Dogs Allowed. $25 Monthly Pet Rent. $400 Fee. 75 lb Weight Limit. 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 Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments?
Property crime in Memphis runs noticeably higher than the national average — 5,152 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 731/100K here. On the property itself, you'll find package service, property manager on site, gated, gated access — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
Does The Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments need flood insurance?
This property sits in FEMA flood zone AE (High-risk flood area with base flood elevation). Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage — you'd need a separate flood policy or endorsement. The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) offers renters policies starting around $99/year, and private carriers like Neptune and Wright Flood may offer competitive rates.
What floor plans does The Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments offer?
There are 16 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,194 – $3,102. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with The Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with The Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from The Preserve at Forest Creek 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 Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the The Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for The Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at The Preserve at Forest Creek 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 Preserve at Forest Creek Apartments in Memphis, TN, 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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