Philadelphia, PA

4031 Spruce St Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for 4031 Spruce St Apartments in Philadelphia? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$16/mo), the 6 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at 4031 Spruce St Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to 4031 Spruce St Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1900 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Controlled Access

Electronic/key fob entry — reduces unauthorized entry risk

Dog-Friendly

Dogs allowed — consider higher liability coverage

Package Theft

1 mention in Google reviews

Security System Issues

2 mentions of broken gates, cameras, or locks in reviews

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 4380/100K (178% above national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$16

Est. Monthly

$193

Est. Annual

$15

With Discounts/mo

$14

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 4031 Spruce St 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

Dog-friendly community — higher liability recommended for pet-related incidents

How Carriers Compare for This Area

Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near 4031 Spruce St 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

Controlled access
-3%
Sprinkler system
-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 Philadelphia.

Philadelphia property crime rate

4,380

per 100K residents

178% above U.S. avg

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

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
300 / 200
Larceny / theft
3,042 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
1,038 / 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. 4031 Spruce St Apartments also has on-site security features (Controlled access, Sprinklers) that insurers recognize with discounts.

Source: FBI UCR Program, Philadelphia (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 Common topic
Noise Common topic
Security System Failures Mentioned
Theft Mentioned
Safety Concerns Mentioned
Package Theft Mentioned

What residents talk about most

Security

A recurring concern in reviews

“Security within the building is also top notch, the only times I had a package stolen (maybe about twice in 3 years) the carrier left it outside the building.” — Google reviewer

On-Site Security

Controlled access Sprinklers

Natural Hazards & Your Renters Coverage

Renters at this address have one borderline natural-hazard decision to make: whether to buy an earthquake endorsement on top of a standard policy. USGS rates the area as moderate seismic hazard. Flood and severe weather aren't standout concerns. Below is what each agency actually shows.

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

The seismic picture is in the middle: damaging earthquakes are uncommon but not negligible. Renters insurance excludes earthquake damage regardless, so the choice is whether the modest cost of an endorsement is worth the modest probability of a payout. The data point below provides the specifics.

Moderate seismic hazard · ground motion 0.10g

Endorsements priced for renters typically run under $100 a year and only cover personal property. Whether it pays back depends on the value of what's in your unit.

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

Severe-weather activity in Philadelphia County is at the low end. Standard renters insurance already covers wind and hail damage to your stuff, so the data below is more context than coverage gap.

High-wind events ~13.8/yr
Hail events ~1.6/yr
Tornado events ~0.4/yr
Flood events ~10.0/yr

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, annual averages from the past five years for Philadelphia County. Counts reflect reported events, not damage amounts.

The earthquake endorsement is the only meaningful optional add-on at this kind of address. Whether it's worth the premium depends on what's actually in your unit.

4031 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19104

University City

Built 1900 3 stories 16 units
3.6/5 ·14 reviews Google
Apt. Finder
$1,525 – $2,375 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at 4031 Spruce St Apartments

The listed rent isn't the whole number. Here's what 4031 Spruce St Apartments actually costs each month once you add required fees and insurance.

Total Monthly Cost $1,541 – $2,391
Base Rent $1,525 – $2,375
Est. Renters Insurance $16/mo

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what 4031 Spruce St Apartments allows — and keep in mind, if you have a dog, most insurance advisors recommend bumping your liability coverage to at least $300,000. Standard renters policies cover pet-related incidents, but the default $100,000 limit may not be enough if something happens.

Cats and Dogs Allowed

About 4031 Spruce St Apartments

Year Built: 1900
Stories: 3 stories
Units: 16
Phone: (856) 644-2872

From the property listing:

You dont have to floss all of your teeth, just the ones you want to keep And you dont have to look any further for your new home next to UPenn Dental! You can practically eat, sleep, study, and go to class all from the comfort of your bed! No more outdated and old housing for these soon to be cavity busters! These newly renovated apartments have large lay outs and washer/dryers IN UNIT!

Frequently Asked Questions

Does 4031 Spruce St Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for 4031 Spruce St 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 4031 Spruce St Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $16/month ($193/year). 4031 Spruce St Apartments has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $15/month. For context, the statewide average is $14/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at 4031 Spruce St Apartments?
Plan for $1,541 to $2,391/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,525 – $2,375), plus roughly $16/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does 4031 Spruce St Apartments allow pets?
Yes, 4031 Spruce St Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats and Dogs Allowed. If you have a pet, keep in mind that most renters insurance policies cover pet liability — but you may want to increase your liability limit, especially for larger breeds.
How safe is the area around 4031 Spruce St Apartments?
Property crime in Philadelphia runs noticeably higher than the national average — 4,380 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 300/100K here. On the property itself, you'll find controlled access, sprinklers — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does 4031 Spruce St Apartments offer?
There are 3 floor plans to choose from, spanning 2-bedroom, studio layouts. Rent ranges from $1,525 – $2,375. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with 4031 Spruce St Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with 4031 Spruce St Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from 4031 Spruce St Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from 4031 Spruce St Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the 4031 Spruce St Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for 4031 Spruce St Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at 4031 Spruce St 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 4031 Spruce St Apartments in Philadelphia, PA, 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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