Palm Plaza Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 15, 2026

Thinking about renting at Palm Plaza Apartments in South Miami? Rent here runs $1,650 – $2,050, and renters insurance adds about $15/mo. Below we break down which carriers are cheapest for this building and what the lease actually requires.

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5791 SW 74th Ter, South Miami, FL 33143

South Miami

Built 1964 3 stories 39 units
4.1/5 ·7 reviews Google
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$1,650 – $2,050 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Palm Plaza Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,665 – $2,065
Base Rent $1,650 – $2,050
Est. Renters Insurance $15/mo

Renters Insurance at Palm Plaza Apartments

We found a few insurance details on Palm Plaza Apartments's website. Your lease may have additional requirements — treat these as a starting point.

Lease Requirements

Interested party* Add property to policy
Listed carriers
Kin
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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 Palm Plaza Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1964 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Open Access

No gated or controlled access — higher theft exposure

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 1768/100K (12% above national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$15

Est. Monthly

$183

Est. Annual

$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 Palm Plaza Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$30,000 recommended

If you own less

$20,000

If you own more

$50,000

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 Palm Plaza 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

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 South Miami.

South Miami property crime rate

1,768

per 100K residents

12% above U.S. avg

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

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
355 / 200
Larceny / theft
1,413 / 1,172

U.S. average

Near-average property crime means insurance premiums in South Miami track closely with national baselines.

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

Flood Risk

Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for Palm Plaza 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 Palm Plaza 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.

$100

Amenities

Community Features

Laundry Facilities Elevator Sundeck Pool

Floor Plan Amenities

High Speed Internet Access Air Conditioning Heating Ceiling Fans Tub/Shower Dishwasher Disposal Kitchen Oven Range Refrigerator Carpet Tile Floors Walk-In Closets Balcony Patio Deck

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Palm Plaza 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 Palm Plaza Apartments

Year Built: 1964
Stories: 3 stories
Units: 39
Phone: (786) 977-9929

From the property listing:

South Miami, close to Metro Rail, fine restaurants and shopping. Yet it's a quiet, lovely location with gardens, friendly neighbors and on site management. Apartment Amenities: Walk in closet Garbage disposal Dishwasher Balconies, Decks, Patios Tile Flooring Services: Pool Laundry Room Elevator

Other Options Nearby

Still weighing your choices? These communities are in the same part of South Miami — compare rent and estimated insurance cost side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Palm Plaza Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on Palm Plaza Apartments's 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 Palm Plaza Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $15/month ($183/year). For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at Palm Plaza Apartments?
Plan for $1,665 to $2,065/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,650 – $2,050), 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 Palm Plaza Apartments allow pets?
No, Palm Plaza Apartments does not allow pets.
How safe is the area around Palm Plaza Apartments?
Property crime in South Miami sits near the national average — 1,768 per 100,000 residents versus 1,578 nationwide. 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 355/100K here.
What floor plans does Palm Plaza Apartments offer?
There are 2 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,650 – $2,050. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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