Philadelphia, PA

Mansion at Bala Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for Mansion at Bala Apartments in Philadelphia? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$13/mo), the 4 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at Mansion at Bala Apartments

We found a few insurance details on the Mansion at Bala 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 Mansion at Bala Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Open Access

No gated or controlled access — higher theft exposure

Theft Reports

5 mentions in Google reviews

Water/Leak Issues

3 mentions in Google reviews

Vehicle Break-ins

1 mention in Google reviews

Liability Hazards

3 mentions of slip/fall, trip hazards, or injuries in reviews

Vehicle Crime

1 mention of car theft, vandalism, or break-ins in reviews

Security System Issues

1 mention 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

$13

Est. Monthly

$160

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 Mansion at Bala 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 Mansion at Bala 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. Mansion at Bala Apartments also has on-site security features (Covered parking) 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 Frequent topic
11×
Noise Frequent topic
Safety Concerns Common topic
Theft Common topic
Water Damage Common topic
Fire Common topic
Slip/Fall Hazards Common topic
Pest Issues Mentioned
Car Break-Ins Mentioned
Management Issues Mentioned
Vehicle Crime Mentioned
Security System Failures Mentioned

What residents talk about most

Security

A recurring concern in reviews

“During my time here, several residents (including myself and my neighbors) experienced safety concerns, such as apartment and vehicle break-ins or theft.” — Google reviewer
Management

A recurring concern in reviews

“Management is horrible different managers.” — Google reviewer

On-Site Security

Covered parking

Natural Hazards & Your Renters Coverage

The seismic picture at Mansion at Bala Apartments is moderate — damaging earthquakes are uncommon but not unheard of, and standard renters insurance excludes earthquake damage regardless of likelihood. Flood risk is low at this address. The decision worth weighing is whether to add an inexpensive earthquake endorsement or skip it; the rationale for each is below.

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.

This is the kind of address where the earthquake endorsement is a personal-preference call, not a clear-cut decision. Renters with valuable possessions usually add it; renters with mostly furniture and a laptop usually skip it.

4700 City Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131

West Philadelphia

Built 2010 5 stories 276 units
2.7/5 ·136 reviews Google
5/5 ·40 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,454 – $3,070 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Mansion at Bala Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,567 – $3,183
Base Rent $1,454 – $3,070
Required Monthly Fees $100
Est. Renters Insurance $13/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at Mansion at Bala 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.

$25 / mo

Application Fee Per Applicant

per applicant age 18 or older due at the time of application submission Charged per unit.

$75

Administrative Fee

Charged per unit.

$250

Security Deposit - Refundable

1 Month's Rent, Conditional on Application Approval Charged per unit.

Varies one-time

Parking Fees

Parking Fee

Charged per vehicle.

$100 / mo

Garage Lot

Parking Garage

Optional Add-On Fees

Package Lockers

Charged per unit.

$15 / mo

Situational Fees

DNA Registration Fee

Per pet Charged per occurrence.

$45

About Mansion at Bala Apartments

Year Built: 2010
Stories: 5 stories
Units: 276
Phone: (267) 682-6589

From the property listing:

Welcome to Mansion at Bala in Philadelphia, PA! Nestled between Center City and the Main Line in the exclusive Bala Cynwyd/City Avenue District of Philadelphia, our one, two, and three bedroom apartments feature modern amenities such as washer/dryer in unit, walk-in closets, and granite countertops. Enjoy the convenience of doing laundry in the comfort of your own home and the luxury of spacious closets for all your storage needs. The sleek granite countertops add a touch of elegance to your kitchen space. Experience the perfect blend of comfort and style at Mansion at Bala.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Mansion at Bala Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on the Mansion at Bala 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 Mansion at Bala Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $13/month ($160/year). For context, the statewide average is $14/month, so this building is right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at Mansion at Bala Apartments?
Plan for $1,567 to $3,183/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,454 – $3,070), plus $100/month in required fees (trash, utilities, etc.), plus roughly $13/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
How safe is the area around Mansion at Bala 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 covered parking — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Mansion at Bala Apartments offer?
There are 20 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,454 – $3,070. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with Mansion at Bala Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with Mansion at Bala Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from Mansion at Bala Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from Mansion at Bala Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the Mansion at Bala Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for Mansion at Bala Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at Mansion at Bala 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 Mansion at Bala 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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