Portland, OR

Spring Terrace Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for Spring Terrace Apartments in Portland? 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 Spring Terrace Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to Spring Terrace Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1973 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Open Access

No gated or controlled access — higher theft exposure

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 5291/100K (235% above national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$16

Est. Monthly

$198

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 Spring Terrace 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 Oregon

How Carriers Compare for This Area

Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near Spring Terrace Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $8/mo $98/yr
USAA $9/mo $111/yr
State Farm $12/mo $147/yr
Progressive $13/mo $160/yr
Safeco $13/mo $160/yr
Travelers $14/mo $172/yr
Allstate $15/mo $184/yr
Nationwide $15/mo $184/yr
Farmers $16/mo $197/yr
Liberty Mutual $18/mo $221/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 Portland.

Portland property crime rate

5,291

per 100K residents

235% above U.S. avg

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

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
639 / 200
Larceny / theft
4,005 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
647 / 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. Spring Terrace Apartments also has on-site security features (Perimeter fencing) that insurers recognize with discounts.

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

On-Site Security

Perimeter fencing

Natural Hazards & Your Renters Coverage

Earthquakes are the one natural hazard worth thinking about for renters at this address. USGS rates seismic risk here as high — high enough that a separate earthquake endorsement (typically $50–$150 a year) is worth pricing in. Standard renters insurance covers most other natural-hazard damage by default, but earthquake shaking is a near-universal exclusion.

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

USGS classifies the ground here as high seismic hazard — at this rating, building codes assume designers planned for significant ground motion. The structure is the landlord's problem; damage to your possessions during a quake is yours alone, and a standard renters policy excludes it. An earthquake endorsement (typically $50–$150 a year for renters) closes that specific gap.

High seismic hazard · ground motion 0.55g

A renters earthquake endorsement covers personal property only and runs roughly $50–$150 a year — structural damage is the landlord's responsibility.

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 Multnomah 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.

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

Most renters here add one targeted endorsement to a standard policy. The cost is modest, the benefit is concentrated on the one thing the base policy doesn't reach.

2641-2645 SW Spring Garden St, Portland, OR 97219

Southwest Portland

Built 1973 3 stories 20 units
5/5 ·1 review Google
Apt. Finder
$1,240 – $1,285 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Spring Terrace Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,256 – $1,301
Base Rent $1,240 – $1,285
Est. Renters Insurance $16/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at Spring Terrace Apartments. 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.

$65

Administrative Fee

Charged per unit.

Pet Policy

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

Pet policies are negotiable.

About Spring Terrace Apartments

Year Built: 1973
Stories: 3 stories
Units: 20
Phone: (971) 715-0313

From the property listing:

Spring Terrace is located just minutes from downtown and steps away from public transportation, with convenient access to I-5 it makes getting anywhere a breeze. While your new home is in the middle of it all, don't worry it is set back in a quite neighborhood with 24 hour video monitored parking lot. Spring Terrace is just what you have been looking for! You also have access to a well kept, and secured 24 hour onsite laundry facility. Our bottom floor apartment homes offer large private fenced in yards for those who like to garden or those with furry friends who like to be outside and play.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Spring Terrace Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for Spring Terrace 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 Spring Terrace Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $16/month ($198/year). For context, the statewide average is $14/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at Spring Terrace Apartments?
Plan for $1,256 to $1,301/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,240 – $1,285), 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 Spring Terrace Apartments allow pets?
Pet policies at Spring Terrace Apartments are handled on a case-by-case basis — contact the leasing office for details.
How safe is the area around Spring Terrace Apartments?
Property crime in Portland runs noticeably higher than the national average — 5,291 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 639/100K here. On the property itself, you'll find perimeter fencing — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Spring Terrace Apartments offer?
There are 2 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,240 – $1,285. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with Spring Terrace Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with Spring Terrace Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from Spring Terrace Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from Spring Terrace Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the Spring Terrace Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for Spring Terrace Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at Spring Terrace 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 Spring Terrace Apartments in Portland, OR, 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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