Philadelphia, PA

The Lofts At Chimney Hill: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for The Lofts At Chimney Hill in Philadelphia? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$14/mo), the 6 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at The Lofts At Chimney Hill

We found a few insurance details on the The Lofts At Chimney Hill 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 The Lofts At Chimney Hill can push your insurance cost up or down:

Controlled Access

Electronic/key fob entry — reduces unauthorized entry risk

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

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

What You'll Likely Pay

$14

Est. Monthly

$168

Est. Annual

$13

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 The Lofts At Chimney Hill 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 The Lofts At Chimney Hill:

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. The Lofts At Chimney Hill also has on-site security features (Package service, Controlled access, Property manager on site, Video patrol, Sprinklers, Covered parking, 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 Mentioned

On-Site Security

Package service Controlled access Property manager on site Video patrol Sprinklers Covered parking On site maintenance

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 (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.

161 Leverington Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19127

Northwest Philadelphia/Manayunk

Managed by Neducsin Management Built 1999 5 stories 82 units
3.8/5 ·14 reviews Google
5/5 ·13 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,650 – $2,100 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at The Lofts At Chimney Hill

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,664 – $2,114
Base Rent $1,650 – $2,100
Est. Renters Insurance $14/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at The Lofts At Chimney Hill. 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

Pets Fees

Pet Deposit

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

Free

One-Time Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$300

Monthly Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$25 / mo

Parking Fees

Parking Fee

Charged per vehicle.

$0.01 - $100 / mo

Parking Fee

Charged per vehicle.

$0.01 - $1 / mo

Garage Lot

Designated garage parking spot monthly fee $100.00

Surface Lot

FREE PARKING

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what The Lofts At Chimney Hill 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
$300 Fee
2 Pet Limit

About The Lofts At Chimney Hill

Year Built: 1999
Stories: 5 stories
Units: 82
Management: Neducsin Management
Phone: (610) 624-6449

From the property listing:

The Lofts at Chimney Hill are within walking distance of the picturesque 19th century Manayunk Canal and the Schuylkill tow path and recreational area. Biking, hiking, canoeing, and Main Street with boutique shops, trendy restaurants, and entertainment. There is easy access to all major transportation. Choose from a variety of spacious apartments with all the modern amenities, parking, and secure living. The units vary in size and format. No unit is an exact duplicate. No tours or sample units are available to view.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Lofts At Chimney Hill require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on the The Lofts At Chimney Hill 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 The Lofts At Chimney Hill?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $14/month ($168/year). The Lofts At Chimney Hill has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $13/month. For context, the statewide average is $14/month, so this building is right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at The Lofts At Chimney Hill?
Plan for $1,664 to $2,114/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,650 – $2,100), 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 The Lofts At Chimney Hill allow pets?
Yes, The Lofts At Chimney Hill is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats Allowed. $25 Monthly Pet Rent. $300 Fee. 2 Pet Limit. Standard renters insurance covers pet-related liability at no extra cost.
How safe is the area around The Lofts At Chimney Hill?
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, controlled access, property manager on site, video patrol — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does The Lofts At Chimney Hill offer?
There are 2 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,650 – $2,100. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with The Lofts At Chimney Hill?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with The Lofts At Chimney Hill or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from The Lofts At Chimney Hill. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from The Lofts At Chimney Hill directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the The Lofts At Chimney Hill leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for The Lofts At Chimney Hill renters?
SafeButler helps renters at The Lofts At Chimney Hill 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 The Lofts At Chimney Hill 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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