Sunset Square Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 15, 2026

Thinking about renting at Sunset Square Apartments in Miami? Rent here runs $1,855 – $2,340, and renters insurance adds about $14/mo. Below we break down which carriers are cheapest for this building and what the lease actually requires.

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5950 SW 74th St, Miami, FL 33143

Miami

Built 1968 4 stories 43 units
4.1/5 ·7 reviews Google
1 review Apt. Finder
$1,855 – $2,340 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Sunset Square Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,869 – $2,354
Base Rent $1,855 – $2,340
Est. Renters Insurance $14/mo

Renters Insurance at Sunset Square Apartments

We found a few insurance details on Sunset Square 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 Sunset Square Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1968 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Gated Community

Gated access reduces theft risk — may qualify for security discount

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

$14

Est. Monthly

$174

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 Sunset Square 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 Sunset Square 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

Gated community
-5%
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. Sunset Square Apartments also has on-site security features (Controlled access, Property manager on site, 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.

Maintenance Issues Mentioned
Pest Issues Mentioned
Fire Mentioned

On-Site Security

Controlled access Property manager on site Gated access

Flood Risk

Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for Sunset Square 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 Sunset Square 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 Maintenance on site Elevator Sundeck Pool

Floor Plan Amenities

High Speed Internet Access Air Conditioning Heating Cable Ready Tub/Shower Intercom Dishwasher Disposal Eat-in Kitchen Kitchen Oven Range Refrigerator Tile Floors Dining Room Walk-In Closets Linen Closet Window Coverings Balcony

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Sunset Square 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 Sunset Square Apartments

Year Built: 1968
Stories: 4 stories
Units: 43
Phone: (786) 671-0660

From the property listing:

Make Sunset Square--a gated community--your home, and you will know the best of South Florida living. Just a short distance from your doorstep to South Miami's finest restaurants, shopping, and the Metro Rail. So close, yet you are on a quiet street with a laundry room, an elevator, a great pool area, and large, airy apartments with balconies or patios.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sunset Square Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on Sunset Square 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 Sunset Square Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $14/month ($174/year). Sunset Square Apartments has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $13/month. For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is below average.
What will I actually pay per month at Sunset Square Apartments?
Plan for $1,869 to $2,354/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,855 – $2,340), plus roughly $14/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does Sunset Square Apartments allow pets?
No, Sunset Square Apartments does not allow pets.
How safe is the area around Sunset Square 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, property manager on site, gated access — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Sunset Square Apartments offer?
There are 2 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,855 – $2,340. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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