Avalon Merrick Park Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 15, 2026

Thinking about renting at Avalon Merrick Park Apartments in Southeast Gables? Rent here runs $2,390 – $5,290, and renters insurance adds about $12/mo. Below we break down which carriers are cheapest for this building and what the lease actually requires.

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3811 Shipping Ave, Miami, FL 33146

Southeast Gables

Managed by AvalonBay Built 2023 20 stories 254 units
4.9/5 ·140 reviews Google
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$2,390 – $5,290 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Avalon Merrick Park Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $2,402 – $5,302
Base Rent $2,390 – $5,290
Est. Renters Insurance $12/mo

Renters Insurance at Avalon Merrick Park Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to Avalon Merrick Park Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Controlled Access

Electronic/key fob entry — reduces unauthorized entry risk

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 2477/100K (57% above national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$12

Est. Monthly

$139

Est. Annual

$11

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 Avalon Merrick Park Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$40,000 recommended

If you own less

$25,000

If you own more

$60,000

Liability

Covers accidental harm & lawsuits

$300,000 recommended

Pool on premises — higher liability recommended for accidents at shared amenities

How Carriers Compare for This Area

Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near Avalon Merrick Park Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $8/mo $91/yr
USAA $9/mo $102/yr
State Farm $11/mo $136/yr
Progressive $12/mo $148/yr
Safeco $12/mo $148/yr
Travelers $13/mo $159/yr
Allstate $14/mo $170/yr
Nationwide $14/mo $170/yr
Farmers $15/mo $182/yr
Liberty Mutual $17/mo $204/yr

Discounts You May Qualify For

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 Miami.

Miami property crime rate

2,477

per 100K residents

57% above U.S. avg

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

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
232 / 200
Larceny / theft
1,994 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
252 / 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. Avalon Merrick Park Apartments also has on-site security features (Controlled access, Concierge, Doorman, Covered parking) that insurers recognize with discounts.

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

On-Site Security

Controlled access Concierge Doorman 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 Avalon Merrick Park 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 Avalon Merrick Park Apartments. Some are monthly, some are one-time — all of them affect your actual cost of living here.

Required Fees

Application Fees

Charged per applicant.

$150

Security Deposit

Charged per unit.

$500

Lease Admin Fee

Charged per unit.

$500

Amenities

Special Features

Quartz Countertops Recently Renovated

Community Features

On-Site Retail Guest Apartment Business Center Clubhouse Lounge Sundeck Grill Fitness Center Pool Gameroom

Floor Plan Amenities

High Speed Internet Access Washer/Dryer Air Conditioning Smoke Free Stainless Steel Appliances Kitchen Quartz Countertops Walk-In Closets

Pet Policy

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

Pet policies are negotiable.

About Avalon Merrick Park Apartments

Year Built: 2023
Stories: 20 stories
Units: 254
Management: AvalonBay
Phone: (786) 526-0365

From the property listing:

With convenient access to downtown the Shops at Merrick Park and downtown Miami, Avalon Merrick Park offers luxury studio, 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartment homes for lease. Modern, open concept kitchens feature quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, backsplash and under-cabinet lighting. Live effortlessly with amenities that include a fitness center with two studios, multiple indoor and outdoor lounges, 2,500 sq ft co-working area and pet-friendly spaces including a WAG pet program and spa. This is not just apartment living. This is living up.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Avalon Merrick Park Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for Avalon Merrick Park 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 Avalon Merrick Park Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $12/month ($139/year). Avalon Merrick Park Apartments has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $11/month. For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is below average.
What will I actually pay per month at Avalon Merrick Park Apartments?
Plan for $2,402 to $5,302/month all-in. That's base rent ($2,390 – $5,290), plus roughly $12/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does Avalon Merrick Park Apartments allow pets?
Pet policies at Avalon Merrick Park Apartments are handled on a case-by-case basis — contact the leasing office for details.
How safe is the area around Avalon Merrick Park Apartments?
Property crime in Miami runs noticeably higher than the national average — 2,477 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 232/100K here. On the property itself, you'll find controlled access, concierge, doorman, covered parking — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Avalon Merrick Park Apartments offer?
There are 7 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom, studio layouts. Rent ranges from $2,390 – $5,290. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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