Philadelphia, PA

Front Street Lofts: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for Front Street Lofts in Philadelphia? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$12/mo), the 5 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at Front Street Lofts

What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to Front Street Lofts can push your insurance cost up or down:

Gated Community

Gated access reduces theft risk — may qualify for security discount

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

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

What You'll Likely Pay

$12

Est. Monthly

$147

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 Front Street Lofts 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

$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 Front Street Lofts:

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

Gated community
-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. Front Street Lofts also has on-site security features (Package service, Gated, Package lockers) that insurers recognize with discounts.

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

On-Site Security

Package service Gated Package lockers

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

FEMA's flood-zone classification for this address is low-risk, which means the federal government doesn't expect significant flooding here under typical conditions. A standard renters policy still excludes flood damage, but a separate flood policy is hard to justify economically when the underlying risk is low. The zone label is below for the record.

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

Damaging earthquakes happen here, but not often — USGS rates the area as moderate seismic hazard. A renters earthquake endorsement is inexpensive (typically under $100 a year) and worth weighing against the value of what's actually in your unit. The math leans toward 'add it' if you have high-value electronics, instruments, or art; 'skip it' for sparse furnishings.

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

NOAA's severe-weather record for Philadelphia County is on the calmer end of the national distribution — modest activity across most categories. Whatever does happen, your renters policy already covers it (wind, hail, lightning damage to your possessions). The five-year averages are below.

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.

2112-2116 N Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19122

North Philadelphia

Built 2024 6 stories 31 units
5/5 ·2 reviews Google
Apt. Finder
$1,421 – $2,564 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Front Street Lofts

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,433 – $2,576
Base Rent $1,421 – $2,564
Est. Renters Insurance $12/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

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

Pets Fees

Dog Fee

Charged per pet.

$250

Dog Rent

Charged per pet.

$25 / mo

Cat Fee

Charged per pet.

$250

Cat Rent

Charged per pet.

$25 / mo

Pet Policy

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

Cats Allowed
$25 Monthly Pet Rent
$250 Fee
45 lb Weight Limit
2 Pet Limit

About Front Street Lofts

Year Built: 2024
Stories: 6 stories
Units: 31
Phone: (267) 497-2920

From the property listing:

Front Street Lofts is now leasing in Philadelphias vibrant Norris Square neighborhood. Front Street Lofts features new construction, 1- and 2-bedroom apartments. This unique community offers open floor plans with sleek modern amenities.Our spacious, pet-friendly apartments feature in-unit washer/dryers, kitchens with quartz counter-tops and stainless-steel appliances, large sound-dampening windows, and a selection of luxury vinyl plank flooring. Enjoy on-site amenities including a bike room, secure package room, on-site storage and a rooftop deck offering expansive views of the city.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Front Street Lofts require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for Front Street Lofts, 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 Front Street Lofts?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $12/month ($147/year). For context, the statewide average is $14/month, so this building is below average.
What will I actually pay per month at Front Street Lofts?
Plan for $1,433 to $2,576/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,421 – $2,564), plus roughly $12/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does Front Street Lofts allow pets?
Yes, Front Street Lofts is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats Allowed. $25 Monthly Pet Rent. $250 – $250 Fee. 45 lb Weight Limit. 2 Pet Limit. Standard renters insurance covers pet-related liability at no extra cost.
How safe is the area around Front Street Lofts?
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 package service, gated, package lockers — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Front Street Lofts offer?
There are 3 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,421 – $2,564. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with Front Street Lofts?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with Front Street Lofts or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from Front Street Lofts. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from Front Street Lofts directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the Front Street Lofts leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for Front Street Lofts renters?
SafeButler helps renters at Front Street Lofts 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 Front Street Lofts 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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