Philadelphia, PA

Brynfield Court Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for Brynfield Court Apartments in Philadelphia? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$16/mo), the 4 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at Brynfield Court Apartments

We found a few insurance details on the Brynfield Court Apartments website. Your lease may have additional requirements — treat these as a starting point.

Lease Requirements

Interested party* Add property to policy
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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 Brynfield Court Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1962 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Open Access

No gated or controlled access — higher theft exposure

Theft Reports

2 mentions in Google 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

$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 Brynfield Court Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$25,000 recommended

If you own less

$15,000

If you own more

$40,000

Liability

Covers accidental harm & lawsuits

$100,000 recommended

Standard minimum for most lease requirements in Pennsylvania. Cats present minimal liability risk vs dogs.

How Carriers Compare for This Area

Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near Brynfield Court 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

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. Brynfield Court Apartments also has on-site security features (Property manager on site, On site maintenance) 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.

Noise Frequent topic
Maintenance Issues Common topic
Theft Mentioned
Water Damage Mentioned
Fire Mentioned
Safety Concerns Mentioned

What residents talk about most

Security

A recurring concern in reviews

“Do not apply here, the likelihood of you money being stolen is high.” — Google reviewer

On-Site Security

Property manager on site On site maintenance

Natural Hazards & Your Renters Coverage

At a moderate-hazard address like Brynfield Court Apartments, the question of whether to add earthquake coverage to a renters policy isn't obvious — endorsements run roughly $50–$150 a year, and the probability of a damaging quake is real but low. Flood risk here is minimal and most other weather damage is already covered. Specifics below.

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.

Standard renters insurance is enough for most renters here. The earthquake endorsement is worth pricing if you'd find replacing your possessions out-of-pocket painful.

5050-5058 Wynnefield Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131

West Philadelphia

Managed by Montium Properties Built 1962 3 stories 39 units
2.8/5 ·18 reviews Google
2 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,060 – $1,610 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Brynfield Court Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,116 – $1,666
Base Rent $1,060 – $1,610
Required Monthly Fees $40
Est. Renters Insurance $16/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at Brynfield Court Apartments. Some are monthly, some are one-time — all of them affect your actual cost of living here.

Required Fees

Trash Admin Fee

Charged per unit.

$10 / mo

Application Fee Per Applicant

Charged per applicant.

$50

Pets Fees

Dog Fee

Charged per pet.

$350

Dog Rent

Charged per pet.

$50 / mo

Cat Fee

Charged per pet.

$350

Cat Rent

Charged per pet.

$50 / mo

Optional Add-On Fees

Renter's Insurance

Based on ResidentShield, which is not required. Charged per unit. Payable to 3rd Party

$17 / mo

Pet Policy

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

Cats Allowed
50 lb Weight Limit

About Brynfield Court Apartments

Year Built: 1962
Stories: 3 stories
Units: 39
Management: Montium Properties
Phone: (267) 296-8223

From the property listing:

Brynfield Court has been a pet-friendly Philadelphia favorite for almost 65 years, offering standard and renovated one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments in the heart of Wynnefield. Enjoy on-site management, 24-hour emergency maintenance, laundry facilities, and elevator access for comfort and peace of mind. Each home features hardwood floors or carpeting, eco-friendly windows, spacious closets, and modern kitchens. Walk to Fairmount Park, bike to St. Josephs University, or take the nearby Wynnefield Avenue train to Center City.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Brynfield Court Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on the Brynfield Court Apartments 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 Brynfield Court Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $16/month ($193/year). For context, the statewide average is $14/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at Brynfield Court Apartments?
Plan for $1,116 to $1,666/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,060 – $1,610), plus $40/month in required fees (trash, utilities, etc.), 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 Brynfield Court Apartments allow pets?
Yes, Brynfield Court Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats Allowed. 50 lb Weight Limit. Standard renters insurance covers pet-related liability at no extra cost.
How safe is the area around Brynfield Court 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 property manager on site, on site maintenance — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Brynfield Court Apartments offer?
There are 3 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,060 – $1,610. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with Brynfield Court Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with Brynfield Court Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from Brynfield Court Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from Brynfield Court Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the Brynfield Court Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for Brynfield Court Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at Brynfield Court 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 Brynfield Court 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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