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North Bonita Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 17, 2026

Thinking about renting at North Bonita Apartments in Bay Terraces? Rent here runs $2,595 – $2,725, and renters insurance adds about $17/mo. Below we break down which carriers are cheapest for this building and what the lease actually requires.

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2835 Alta View Dr, San Diego, CA 92139

Bay Terraces

Built 1980 2 stories 104 units
3.5/5 ·13 reviews Google
4/5 ·6 reviews Apt. Finder
$2,595 – $2,725 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at North Bonita Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $2,612 – $2,742
Base Rent $2,595 – $2,725
Est. Renters Insurance $17/mo

Renters Insurance at North Bonita Apartments

We found a few insurance details on North Bonita 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 North Bonita Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1980 — 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

$17

Est. Monthly

$205

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 North Bonita Apartments 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 North Bonita 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

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. North Bonita Apartments also has on-site security features (Covered parking) 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

On-Site Security

Covered parking

Flood Risk

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

$55

Amenities

Special Features

Community BBQ & Picnic Tables Electric Stove and Oven EV Charging Stations Stackable Washer and Dryer Washer/Dryer in Every Unit Electric Range and Oven Reserved On-Site Parking Carports Racquet Ball Court Stackable Washer/Dryer in Each Home Non-Smoking Property Wood Burning Fireplace Swimming Pool & Spa Stackable Washer & Dryer

Community Features

Car Charging Station Grill Fitness Center Pool Tennis Court

Floor Plan Amenities

Fireplace Dishwasher Refrigerator

About North Bonita Apartments

Year Built: 1980
Stories: 2 stories
Units: 104
Phone: (619) 639-8460

From the property listing:

2-Bedroom, 2-Bathroom, Updated Kitchens! - At North Bonita Racquet Club Apartments, we take pride in our community and in all of the wonderful features and amenities that we provide- all in a beautiful park-like setting. We are located just off the CA-54 freeway at Alta View Dr. for quick freeway access. We are an all activities inclusive property complete with a racquetball court, tennis court, pool and spa. Each unit has a wood burning fireplace, a patio or balcony and washer/dryer hookups (or you can use our convenient laundry facility).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does North Bonita Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on North Bonita 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 North Bonita Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $17/month ($205/year). For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at North Bonita Apartments?
Plan for $2,612 to $2,742/month all-in. That's base rent ($2,595 – $2,725), plus roughly $17/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
How safe is the area around North Bonita 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 covered parking — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does North Bonita Apartments offer?
There are 2 floor plans to choose from, spanning 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $2,595 – $2,725. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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