8881 SW 172nd Ave, Miami, FL 33196
The Hammocks
Monthly Cost Breakdown at Casa Vera Apartments
The listed rent isn't the whole number. Here's what Casa Vera Apartments actually costs each month once you add required fees and insurance.
Renters Insurance at Casa Vera Apartments
Casa Vera Apartments's website requires tenants to carry renters insurance. The exact coverage minimums may vary by unit type, so confirm the specifics with the leasing office when you apply.
Lease Requirements
* 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.
In Casa Vera Apartments's own words:
"Liability coverage is required to live at our community, and we have options for you. You are pre-approved and can easily enroll in coverage through our preferred provider during your leasing process. For additional quotes from Assurant, please visit www.assurantrenters.com or call 877.826.8203."
What Affects Your Premium Here
Every building is different. These factors specific to Casa Vera Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:
Gated Community
Gated access reduces theft risk — may qualify for security discount
FEMA Flood Zone
Zone AH — High-risk shallow flooding (1-3 ft). Flood insurance strongly recommended.
FBI UCR
Property crime rate: 2477/100K (57% above national average)
What You'll Likely Pay
$14
Est. Monthly
$168
Est. Annual
$13
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 Casa Vera Apartments based on the rent level and building features.
Personal Property
What your stuff is worth
If you own less
$25,000
If you own more
$60,000
Liability
Covers accidental harm & lawsuits
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 Casa Vera Apartments:
| Carrier | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Lemonade | $8/mo | $96/yr |
| USAA | $9/mo | $108/yr |
| State Farm | $12/mo | $144/yr |
| Progressive | $13/mo | $156/yr |
| Safeco | $13/mo | $156/yr |
| Travelers | $14/mo | $168/yr |
| Allstate | $15/mo | $180/yr |
| Nationwide | $15/mo | $180/yr |
| Farmers | $16/mo | $192/yr |
| Liberty Mutual | $18/mo | $216/yr |
Discounts You May Qualify For
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5 discounts may apply here. Real quotes show your actual price — estimates can't.
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
per 100K residents
U.S. avg is 1,578 per 100K
Breakdown per 100K residents
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. Casa Vera Apartments also has on-site security features (Property manager on site, Gated, Gated access) that insurers recognize with discounts.
Source: FBI UCR Program, Miami (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.
On-Site Security
Flood Risk
Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for Casa Vera Apartments.
FEMA Zone AH — High-risk shallow flooding (1-3 ft)
Flood insurance strongly recommended — even shallow flooding can destroy personal property.
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
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 Casa Vera Apartments. Some are monthly, some are one-time — all of them affect your actual cost of living here.
Required Fees
Trash Valet Service
Trash Valet Service is a mandatory utility-related fee that covers doorstep trash collection for residents. Charged per unit.
Pest Control
Monthly fee for preventative pest management. Charged per unit.
Monthly Service Fee
The monthly service fee covers administrative and billing services. Charged per unit.
Electric
Utility charge for electricity billed monthly based on usageor flat rate. Charged per unit.
Sewer
Utility charge for sewer billed monthly based on usage or flat rate. Charged per unit.
Water
Utility charge for water billed monthly based on usage or flat rate. Charged per unit.
Application Fee (per applicant)
A one-time, non-refundable charge for processing rental applications. Charged per applicant.
Admin Fee
A one-time, non-refundable administrative fee charged at lease initiation to cover processing and onboarding costs. Charged per unit.
Pets Fees
Pet Deposit
One-time deposit for pet-related damages, exempt for assistance animals. Charged per pet.
Parking Fees
Parking
Monthly fee for reserved parking spaces or garages. Charged per vehicle.
Addons Fees
Minimum Liability Insurance
Monthly fee ensuring required liability coverage. Charged per unit.
Rent Credit Reporting (per household)
Optional service reporting rent payments to credit bureaus. Charged per unit.
Short Term Renewal Fee
Monthly premium for short-term lease renewals. Charged per unit.
Notice Fee
Charge for failing to provide proper notice before vacating.Charged per unit.
Termination Fee
Charge for ending a lease early. Charged per unit.
Situational Fees
Returned Check Fee
Fee for payments returned due to insufficient funds. Chargedper unit.
Late Charges
Fee for rent payments made after the due date. Charged per unit.
Transfer Fee
Fee for moving to another unit within the same property. Charged per unit.
Amenities
Special Features
Community Features
Floor Plan Amenities
Pet Policy
Bringing a pet? Here's what Casa Vera Apartments allows. Standard renters insurance typically covers pet-related incidents, so you usually won't need any add-on coverage for a cat.
About Casa Vera Apartments
From the property listing:
Casa Vera delivers a modern Miami living experience with spacious one , two , and three bedroom layouts, each showcasing stainless steel appliances, walk in closets, private balconies, air conditioning, plank flooring in select homes, and in home washers and dryers. Residents enjoy a robust amenity package that includes two sparkling resort style swimming pools with sundecks, an outdoor cabana kitchen, an entertainment area with chaise lounges, and a fully equipped fitness center, as well as a resident clubhouse, business center, and coffee bar.
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