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Meadowbrook Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 17, 2026

Thinking about renting at Meadowbrook Apartments in Bay Terraces? Rent here runs $1,756 – $3,200, and renters insurance adds about $19/mo. Below we break down which carriers are cheapest for this building and what the lease actually requires.

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7784-7844 Paradise Valley Rd, San Diego, CA 92139

Bay Terraces

Built 1968 2 stories 448 units
3.5/5 ·216 reviews Google
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$1,756 – $3,200 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Meadowbrook Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,775 – $3,219
Base Rent $1,756 – $3,200
Est. Renters Insurance $19/mo

Renters Insurance at Meadowbrook Apartments

We found a few insurance details on Meadowbrook Apartments's 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 Meadowbrook Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1968 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Gated Community

Gated access reduces theft risk — may qualify for security discount

Controlled Access

Electronic/key fob entry — reduces unauthorized entry risk

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

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

What You'll Likely Pay

$19

Est. Monthly

$224

Est. Annual

$17

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 Meadowbrook 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

$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 Meadowbrook Apartments:

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%
Controlled access
-3%
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. Meadowbrook Apartments also has on-site security features (Controlled access, Property manager on site, Gated, Perimeter fencing) 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
Pest Issues Mentioned
Slip/Fall Hazards Mentioned

On-Site Security

Controlled access Property manager on site Gated Perimeter fencing

Flood Risk

Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for Meadowbrook 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 Meadowbrook Apartments. Some are monthly, some are one-time — all of them affect your actual cost of living here.

Required Fees

Utility - Sewer

Charged per unit.

Included in Rent

Utility - Water

Charged per unit.

Included in Rent

Pest Control

Charged per unit.

Included in Rent

Utility - Trash

Charged per unit.

Included in Rent

Utility - Gas

Charged per unit. Payable to 3rd Party

Usage-Based

Utility - Electric

Charged per unit. Payable to 3rd Party

Usage-Based

Reservation/Holding Fee

Charged per unit.

$200

Application Fee Per Applicant

Per Adult 18+ Charged per unit.

$45

Parking Fees

Parking Fee

Charged per vehicle.

Included in Rent

Situational Fees

Rent Reporting

Not to exceed $10 Charged per occurrence.

$10 / occurence

Late Fee

1st Occurrence - $25. $35 Thereafter. Charged per occurrence

$25 - $35 / occurence

Access Device - Replacement

Remote - $25, Parking Sticker - $25, and Vistor Pass - $25 Charged per occurrence.

$25 / occurence

Key Replacement/Lock Change Fee

Key Replacement - $5 & Lock Change - $125 Charged per occurrence.

$5 - $125 / occurence

Utility failure to maintain utility services

Charged per occurrence.

$50 / occurence

Early Lease Termination/Cancellation

Pay rent through end of lease or until date of relet Chargedper occurrence.

Varies / occurrence

Amenities

Special Features

Carpeting Ceiling Fan Full kitchen appliance package Night Patrol Patio/Balcony

Community Features

Laundry Facilities Maintenance on site 24 Hour Access Public Transportation Business Center Clubhouse Courtyard Playground Basketball Court

Floor Plan Amenities

High Speed Internet Access Ceiling Fans Smoke Free Cable Ready Double Vanities Tub/Shower Granite Countertops Kitchen Range Refrigerator Recreation Room Window Coverings Balcony Patio

Pet Policy

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

No Pets Allowed

About Meadowbrook Apartments

Year Built: 1968
Stories: 2 stories
Units: 448
Phone: (619) 649-9244

From the property listing:

DRE #02042194 Meadowbrook Apartments - a vibrant, garden-style community in San Diegos Skyline neighborhood, offering spacious 2- and 3-bedroom homes across 22 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. As one of Californias largest affordable housing communities, Meadowbrook combines comfort, convenience, and community-focused living. Fully renovated in 2013, the property features select units with private fenced terraces, scenic garden views, two playgrounds, a basketball court, and on-site laundry facilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Meadowbrook Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on Meadowbrook Apartments's 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 Meadowbrook Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $19/month ($224/year). Meadowbrook Apartments has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $17/month. For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at Meadowbrook Apartments?
Plan for $1,775 to $3,219/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,756 – $3,200), plus roughly $19/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does Meadowbrook Apartments allow pets?
No, Meadowbrook Apartments does not allow pets.
How safe is the area around Meadowbrook 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. On the property itself, you'll find controlled access, property manager on site, gated, perimeter fencing — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Meadowbrook Apartments offer?
There are 2 floor plans to choose from, spanning 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,756 – $3,200. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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