San Diego, CA

Meade Avenue Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for Meade Avenue Apartments in San Diego? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$18/mo), the 4 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at Meade Avenue Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

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

Open Access

No gated or controlled access — higher theft exposure

Dog-Friendly

Dogs allowed — consider higher liability coverage

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 1565/100K (near national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$18

Est. Monthly

$215

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 Meade Avenue 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

Dog-friendly community — higher liability recommended for pet-related incidents

How Carriers Compare for This Area

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

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $10/mo $123/yr
USAA $11/mo $138/yr
State Farm $15/mo $184/yr
Progressive $17/mo $199/yr
Safeco $17/mo $199/yr
Travelers $18/mo $215/yr
Allstate $19/mo $230/yr
Nationwide $19/mo $230/yr
Farmers $20/mo $245/yr
Liberty Mutual $23/mo $276/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)

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
Theft Mentioned

What residents talk about most

Maintenance

Consistently positive in reviews

“Also, our maintenance worker David is super helpful and quick to respond.” — Google reviewer
Management

Consistently positive in reviews

“Property manager Karina is always responsive and makes sure the tenants are safe and well taken care of.” — Google reviewer

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

This address is in one of FEMA's lower flood-risk classifications. Standard renters policies don't cover flood damage anywhere, but in low-risk zones the cost of a separate NFIP policy generally isn't justified by the expected loss. The detail is below mostly for completeness.

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

At this hazard level, the question isn't whether a damaging earthquake is possible — it's how to handle the fact that a standard renters policy excludes the damage if one happens. Earthquake endorsements priced for renters typically run $50–$150 annually and cover personal property only (no structural coverage; that's already the landlord's responsibility).

High seismic hazard · ground motion 0.75g

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

Severe-weather activity in San Diego County is at the low end. Standard renters insurance already covers wind and hail damage to your stuff, so the data below is more context than coverage gap.

High-wind events ~5.6/yr
Hail events ~1.8/yr
Flood events ~32.2/yr

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, annual averages from the past five years for San Diego 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.

5316 Meade Ave, San Diego, CA 92115

San Diego

Built 2000 2 stories 30 units
3/5 ·19 reviews Google
Apt. Finder
$1,495 – $1,550 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Meade Avenue Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,513 – $1,568
Base Rent $1,495 – $1,550
Est. Renters Insurance $18/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at Meade Avenue Apartments. Some are monthly, some are one-time — all of them affect your actual cost of living here.

Pets Fees

Pet Deposit

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$300

Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$25 / mo

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Meade Avenue Apartments allows — and keep in mind, if you have a dog, most insurance advisors recommend bumping your liability coverage to at least $300,000. Standard renters policies cover pet-related incidents, but the default $100,000 limit may not be enough if something happens.

Cats and Dogs Allowed
$300 Deposit
$25 Fee
25 lb Weight Limit
2 Pet Limit

About Meade Avenue Apartments

Year Built: 2000
Stories: 2 stories
Units: 30
Phone: (619) 257-4673

From the property listing:

Meade Avenue Apartments, located at 5316–5335 Meade Ave in the Colina Del Sol/City Heights area of San Diego (92115), offer 1-bedroom, 1-bath senior-friendly rentals 55+ (at least one occupant). Units are typically 464 sq ft, priced around $1,495–$1,550/month as of March 2026, featuring kitchen appliances, balconies, and pet-friendly policies for cats.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Meade Avenue Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for Meade Avenue 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 Meade Avenue Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $18/month ($215/year). For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at Meade Avenue Apartments?
Plan for $1,513 to $1,568/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,495 – $1,550), plus roughly $18/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does Meade Avenue Apartments allow pets?
Yes, Meade Avenue Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats and Dogs Allowed. $300 Deposit. $25 Fee. 25 lb Weight Limit. 2 Pet Limit. If you have a pet, keep in mind that most renters insurance policies cover pet liability — but you may want to increase your liability limit, especially for larger breeds.
How safe is the area around Meade Avenue 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 Meade Avenue Apartments offer?
There is 1 floor plan available, a 1-bedroom layout. Rent ranges from $1,495 – $1,550. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with Meade Avenue Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with Meade Avenue Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from Meade Avenue Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from Meade Avenue Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the Meade Avenue Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for Meade Avenue Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at Meade Avenue 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 Meade Avenue Apartments in San Diego, CA, 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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