3550 Park Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 17, 2026

Thinking about renting at 3550 Park Apartments in Hillcrest? Rent here runs $2,345 – $2,525, and renters insurance adds about $20/mo. Below we break down which carriers are cheapest for this building and what the lease actually requires.

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3550 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92103

Hillcrest

Built 1950 3 stories 24 units
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$2,345 – $2,525 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at 3550 Park Apartments

The listed rent isn't the whole number. Here's what 3550 Park Apartments actually costs each month once you add required fees and insurance.

Total Monthly Cost $2,365 – $2,545
Base Rent $2,345 – $2,525
Est. Renters Insurance $20/mo

Renters Insurance at 3550 Park Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to 3550 Park Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1950 — 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: 1565/100K (near national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$20

Est. Monthly

$235

Est. Annual

$16

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 3550 Park Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$40,000 recommended

If you own less

$25,000

If you own more

$60,000

Liability

Covers accidental harm & lawsuits

$100,000 recommended

Standard minimum for most lease requirements in California

How Carriers Compare for This Area

Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near 3550 Park Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $10/mo $117/yr
USAA $11/mo $132/yr
State Farm $15/mo $176/yr
Progressive $16/mo $190/yr
Safeco $16/mo $190/yr
Travelers $17/mo $205/yr
Allstate $18/mo $219/yr
Nationwide $18/mo $219/yr
Farmers $20/mo $234/yr
Liberty Mutual $22/mo $263/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 San Diego.

San Diego property crime rate

1,565

per 100K residents

Near U.S. average

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

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
151 / 200
Larceny / theft
1,109 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
306 / 206

U.S. average

Near-average property crime means insurance premiums in San Diego track closely with national baselines.

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

Flood Risk

Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for 3550 Park Apartments.

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.

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at 3550 Park 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.

$35

Amenity Fee

Charged per unit.

Other

Charged per unit.

Amenities

Special Features

A/C in unit Air Conditioning Unit all kitchen appliances stainless steel All new Stainless Steel Appliances Centered in Courtyard Not Streetside Neutral Color Scheme No Utilities Resident pays all utilities Small private patio Stainless fridge - range - micro - d/w Upper Unit Upstairs Unit Wall Heaters

Floor Plan Amenities

Range Quartz Countertops

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what 3550 Park 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 3550 Park Apartments

Year Built: 1950
Stories: 3 stories
Units: 24
Phone: (442) 333-2731

From the property listing:

Experience San Diego living at 3550 Park. This property is situated on Park Blvd in the Uptown San Diego area of San Diego. Let the leasing team show you everything this community has to offer. Compare 1 to 3 bedroom apartments, then contact us for rent information. Experience a better way of living at 3550 Park. Contact us or stop by the leasing office to discuss your new apartment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does 3550 Park Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for 3550 Park 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 3550 Park Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $20/month ($235/year). For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at 3550 Park Apartments?
Plan for $2,365 to $2,545/month all-in. That's base rent ($2,345 – $2,525), plus roughly $20/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does 3550 Park Apartments allow pets?
Pet policies at 3550 Park Apartments are handled on a case-by-case basis — contact the leasing office for details.
How safe is the area around 3550 Park Apartments?
Property crime in San Diego sits near the national average — 1,565 per 100,000 residents versus 1,578 nationwide. 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 151/100K here.
What floor plans does 3550 Park Apartments offer?
There is 1 floor plan available, a 1-bedroom layout. Rent ranges from $2,345 – $2,525. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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