Memphis, TN

Willie Mitchell Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for Willie Mitchell 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 Willie Mitchell Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to Willie Mitchell Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1959 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Gated Community

Gated access reduces theft risk — may qualify for security discount

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 Willie Mitchell 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

$100,000 recommended

Standard minimum for most lease requirements in Tennessee

How Carriers Compare for This Area

Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near Willie Mitchell 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. Willie Mitchell Apartments also has on-site security features (Gated) that insurers recognize with discounts.

Source: FBI UCR Program, Memphis (2024-12 to 2025-11)

On-Site Security

Gated

Natural Hazards & Your Renters Coverage

The USGS National Seismic Hazard Model rates the ground beneath Willie Mitchell Apartments as high-hazard for shaking — significant enough that a separate earthquake endorsement is worth pricing alongside a standard renters policy. Flood risk at the address is low, and severe-weather damage of the wind/hail variety would be covered by a baseline policy. The earthquake-specific picture is below.

Flood damage

This address is in one of FEMA's lower flood-risk classifications. Standard renters policies don't cover flood damage anywhere, but in low-risk zones the cost of a separate NFIP policy generally isn't justified by the expected loss. The detail is below mostly for completeness.

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

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 0.59g

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 standard renters policy is the right starting point. The gap above is closable with a single endorsement; pricing it as part of a bundled quote is the usual move.

1297 S Lauderdale St, Memphis, TN 38106

South Memphis

Built 1959 2 stories 33 units
1 review Apt. Finder
$650 – $700 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Willie Mitchell Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $665 – $715
Base Rent $650 – $700
Est. Renters Insurance $15/mo

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Willie Mitchell Apartments allows. Standard renters insurance typically covers pet-related incidents, so you usually won't need any add-on coverage for a cat.

No Pets Allowed

About Willie Mitchell Apartments

Year Built: 1959
Stories: 2 stories
Units: 33
Phone: (479) 251-8912

From the property listing:

Welcome to 1297 Willie Mitchell, a beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom residence nestled in the heart of Memphis, Tennessee. With 700 square feet of comfortable living space, this cozy home offers a perfect blend of convenience and modern comfort. This property has undergone a complete renovation, boasting all-new appliances and stylish upgrades throughout. As you step inside, you'll immediately notice the fresh, contemporary design, with sleek finishes and attention to detail at every turn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Willie Mitchell Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for Willie Mitchell 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 Willie Mitchell Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $15/month ($175/year). Willie Mitchell 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 Willie Mitchell Apartments?
Plan for $665 to $715/month all-in. That's base rent ($650 – $700), 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 Willie Mitchell Apartments allow pets?
No, Willie Mitchell Apartments does not allow pets.
How safe is the area around Willie Mitchell 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 Willie Mitchell Apartments offer?
There is 1 floor plan available, a 2-bedroom layout. Rent ranges from $650 – $700. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with Willie Mitchell Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with Willie Mitchell Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from Willie Mitchell Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from Willie Mitchell Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the Willie Mitchell Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for Willie Mitchell Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at Willie Mitchell 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 Willie Mitchell 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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