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Del Rio Apartment Homes: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 17, 2026

Thinking about renting at Del Rio Apartment Homes in Mission Valley? This community requires renters insurance before you can sign a lease, and with rent at $2,615 – $5,085, you'll want to know exactly what that adds to your monthly bill. We estimate coverage here runs about $16/mo — below we break down the lease requirements, compare carriers, and show you how to get the best rate.

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2288 Fenton Pkwy, San Diego, CA 92108

Mission Valley

Built 2000 3 stories 736 units
4/5 ·269 reviews Google
5/5 ·10 reviews Apt. Finder
$2,615 – $5,085 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Del Rio Apartment Homes

The listed rent isn't the whole number. Here's what Del Rio Apartment Homes actually costs each month once you add required fees and insurance.

Total Monthly Cost $2,653 – $5,123
Base Rent $2,615 – $5,085
Required Monthly Fees $22
Est. Renters Insurance $16/mo

Renters Insurance at Del Rio Apartment Homes

Del Rio Apartment Homes's website requires tenants to carry renters insurance. The exact coverage minimums may vary by unit type, so confirm the specifics with the leasing office when you apply.

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 Del Rio Apartment Homes 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: 1565/100K (near national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$16

Est. Monthly

$195

Est. Annual

$15

With Discounts/mo

$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 Del Rio Apartment Homes based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$50,000 recommended

If you own less

$35,000

If you own more

$75,000

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 Del Rio Apartment Homes:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $9/mo $111/yr
USAA $10/mo $125/yr
State Farm $14/mo $167/yr
Progressive $15/mo $181/yr
Safeco $15/mo $181/yr
Travelers $16/mo $195/yr
Allstate $17/mo $209/yr
Nationwide $17/mo $209/yr
Farmers $19/mo $223/yr
Liberty Mutual $21/mo $251/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 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. Del Rio Apartment Homes also has on-site security features (Gated, Gated access, Package lockers, Covered parking, On site maintenance) that insurers recognize with discounts.

Source: FBI UCR Program, San Diego (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 Common topic
Water Damage Mentioned

On-Site Security

Gated Gated access Package lockers Covered parking On site maintenance

Flood Risk

Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for Del Rio Apartment Homes.

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 Del Rio Apartment Homes. Some are monthly, some are one-time — all of them affect your actual cost of living here.

Required Fees

Utility Service Fee

Charged per unit.

$5.55 / mo

Utilities

Charged per unit.

Usage-Based

Application Fee Per Applicant

Charged per applicant.

$45

Holding Deposit

$200 - $600 (applied to Security Deposit) Charged per unit.

$600

Security Deposit - Refundable

Charged per unit.

$600

Additional Resident Access Keys/Cards/Locks/Remotes Fee

Charged per unit.

Varies one-time

Pets Fees

Pet Deposit

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$750

Monthly Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$75 / mo

Pet Deposit

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$300

Monthly Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$50 / mo

Parking Fees

Parking Fee

Charged per vehicle.

Free

Parking

Number of space(s) included in rent vary by floor plan

Other

Additional parking space fees vary and are subject to availability

Street Parking

Garage parking, Open parking and Subterranean Parking.

Situational Fees

Returned Check Fee (NSF)

Charged per occurrence.

$25 / occurence

Late Fee

Charged per occurrence.

$50 / occurence

Amenities

Special Features

24-hour parcel locker 24hr. emergency maintenance services Access to nearby shopping & dining Barbeque grills Central air conditioning & heat Centrally located Courtyards with lush landscaping Gated entry Guest parking available iLounge business center Movement studio Outdoor fireplace lounge Outdoor game tables Pet friendly Poolside cabanas Reserved garage parking Resort-style pool Smoke and vape free community Spin studio State-of-the-art fitness center Ultra-high-speed internet Walkability to train station

Community Features

Business Center Clubhouse Lounge Walk-Up Cabana Courtyard Grill Fitness Center Pool

Floor Plan Amenities

High Speed Internet Access Washer/Dryer Air Conditioning Storage Space Fireplace Dishwasher Disposal Microwave Range Refrigerator Balcony Patio

Pet Policy

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

Cats Allowed
2 Pet Limit

About Del Rio Apartment Homes

Year Built: 2000
Stories: 3 stories
Units: 736
Phone: (858) 768-8685

From the property listing:

Rental rates, availability, lease terms, deposits, apartment features, amenities, and specials are subject to change without notice. Floor plans and square footages displayed are approximations, may be based on stud-to-stud measurements, and may vary between individual units. Quoted prices are for base rent only and do not include other fees such as application fee (one-time, $45), security deposit (one-time, refundable, amount varies), utility billing fee (not to exceed $5.55/month, Conservice), and utilities (monthly, cost varies).

Other Options Nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Del Rio Apartment Homes require renters insurance?
Yes — you'll need an active renters insurance policy to sign a lease at Del Rio Apartment Homes. You'll need to add the property management as an interested party on your policy, which most carriers can do at no extra charge.
How much is renters insurance at Del Rio Apartment Homes?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $16/month ($195/year). Del Rio Apartment Homes has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $15/month. For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at Del Rio Apartment Homes?
Plan for $2,653 to $5,123/month all-in. That's base rent ($2,615 – $5,085), plus $22/month in required fees (trash, utilities, etc.), 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 Del Rio Apartment Homes allow pets?
Yes, Del Rio Apartment Homes is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats Allowed. 2 Pet Limit. Standard renters insurance covers pet-related liability at no extra cost.
How safe is the area around Del Rio Apartment Homes?
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. On the property itself, you'll find gated, gated access, package lockers, covered parking — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Del Rio Apartment Homes offer?
There are 6 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $2,615 – $5,085. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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