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The Residences at Lakeview Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for The Residences at Lakeview Apartments in Memphis? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$15/mo), the 5 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at The Residences at Lakeview Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to The Residences at Lakeview Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1969 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

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

What You'll Likely Pay

$15

Est. Monthly

$175

Est. Annual

$14

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 Residences at Lakeview Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$15,000 recommended

If you own less

$10,000

If you own more

$25,000

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 Residences at Lakeview 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 Residences at Lakeview Apartments also has on-site security features (Gated) 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
Water Damage Mentioned

On-Site Security

Gated

Natural Hazards & Your Renters Coverage

Earthquakes are the one natural hazard worth thinking about for renters at this address. USGS rates seismic risk here as high — high enough that a separate earthquake endorsement (typically $50–$150 a year) is worth pricing in. Standard renters insurance covers most other natural-hazard damage by default, but earthquake shaking is a near-universal exclusion.

Flood damage

FEMA's flood-zone classification for this address is low-risk, which means the federal government doesn't expect significant flooding here under typical conditions. A standard renters policy still excludes flood damage, but a separate flood policy is hard to justify economically when the underlying risk is low. The zone label is below for the record.

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.

Earthquake shaking

USGS classifies the ground here as high seismic hazard — at this rating, building codes assume designers planned for significant ground motion. The structure is the landlord's problem; damage to your possessions during a quake is yours alone, and a standard renters policy excludes it. An earthquake endorsement (typically $50–$150 a year for renters) closes that specific gap.

High seismic hazard · ground motion 0.51g

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

NOAA's records put Shelby County squarely in severe-weather territory: roughly 19 severe-weather events a year on average over the past five years. Unlike flood and earthquake, this is the kind of damage a standard renters policy is built for — wind, hail, lightning, and storm-driven water from a damaged roof are all covered. The historical breakdown is below.

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.

Most renters here add one targeted endorsement to a standard policy. The cost is modest, the benefit is concentrated on the one thing the base policy doesn't reach.

2774 S Mendenhall Rd, Memphis, TN 38115

Parkway Village

Managed by Multi-South Management Built 1969 2 stories 833 units
3.4/5 ·714 reviews Google
4/5 ·70 reviews Apt. Finder
$581 – $1,440 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at The Residences at Lakeview Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $596 – $1,455
Base Rent $581 – $1,440
Est. Renters Insurance $15/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at The Residences at Lakeview 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.

$150

Pets Fees

One-Time Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$300 - $600

Monthly Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$25 / mo

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what The Residences at Lakeview 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
$300-$600 Fee
2 Pet Limit

About The Residences at Lakeview Apartments

Year Built: 1969
Stories: 2 stories
Units: 833
Management: Multi-South Management
Phone: (901) 979-1460

From the property listing:

Throughout our centrally located apartment community, you’ll find an array of amenities designed to enhance your lifestyle. Lounge by the pool with neighbors and friends, let your pet burn off energy at the onsite dog park, and enjoy some fun in the sun at one of the four playgrounds. Did we mention we also have a brand-NEW clubhouse? Conveniently situated just off I-240, The Residences at Lakeview provide easy access to local shopping, dining, and entertainment options, as well as a range of exciting attractions in the greater Memphis area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Residences at Lakeview Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for The Residences at Lakeview 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 The Residences at Lakeview Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $15/month ($175/year). The Residences at Lakeview 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 $13/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at The Residences at Lakeview Apartments?
Plan for $596 to $1,455/month all-in. That's base rent ($581 – $1,440), 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 The Residences at Lakeview Apartments allow pets?
Yes, The Residences at Lakeview Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats and Dogs Allowed. $25 Monthly Pet Rent. $300-$600 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 Residences at Lakeview 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 gated — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does The Residences at Lakeview Apartments offer?
There are 31 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom, 4-bedroom, studio layouts. Rent ranges from $581 – $1,440. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with The Residences at Lakeview Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with The Residences at Lakeview Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from The Residences at Lakeview 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 Residences at Lakeview Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the The Residences at Lakeview Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for The Residences at Lakeview Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at The Residences at Lakeview 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 Residences at Lakeview 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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