San Diego, CA

RiverEdge Terrace* Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for RiverEdge Terrace* Apartments in San Diego? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$16/mo), the 4 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at RiverEdge Terrace* Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to RiverEdge Terrace* 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

$16

Est. Monthly

$195

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 RiverEdge Terrace* 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

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 RiverEdge Terrace* 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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4 discounts may apply here. Real quotes show your actual price — estimates can't.

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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
Pest Issues Mentioned
Management Issues Mentioned
Noise Mentioned

What residents talk about most

Maintenance

Consistently positive in reviews

“Maintenance crew was very respectful, prompt and honest.” — Google reviewer
Noise

Consistently positive in reviews

“The community is beautiful and peaceful, the apartments are very spacious, and I especially loved having an attached garage.” — Google reviewer

Natural Hazards & Your Renters Coverage

Of the three big natural hazards a renter might worry about, only earthquake risk stands out at RiverEdge Terrace* Apartments. USGS classifies the surrounding area as high seismic hazard, which a typical renters policy specifically excludes. Flood risk is minimal here and severe-weather damage is already covered. The section below details what an earthquake endorsement actually buys.

Flood damage

FEMA's flood-zone classification for this address is low-risk, which means the federal government doesn't expect significant flooding here under typical conditions. A standard renters policy still excludes flood damage, but a separate flood policy is hard to justify economically when the underlying risk is low. The zone label is below for the record.

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

USGS classifies the ground here as high seismic hazard — at this rating, building codes assume designers planned for significant ground motion. The structure is the landlord's problem; damage to your possessions during a quake is yours alone, and a standard renters policy excludes it. An earthquake endorsement (typically $50–$150 a year for renters) closes that specific gap.

High seismic hazard · ground motion 0.51g

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

NOAA's severe-weather record for San Diego County is on the calmer end of the national distribution — modest activity across most categories. Whatever does happen, your renters policy already covers it (wind, hail, lightning damage to your possessions). The five-year averages are below.

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.

Compared to a fully unprotected address, the gap above is well-defined and inexpensive to close. The value of the standard policy doesn't change — the optional add-on does.

4805 Wind Surf Way, San Diego, CA 92154

Ocean Crest

Built 2009 2 stories 414 units
4.5/5 ·183 reviews Google
5/5 ·85 reviews Apt. Finder
$3,162 – $8,835 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at RiverEdge Terrace* Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $3,201 – $8,874
Base Rent $3,162 – $8,835
Required Monthly Fees $23
Est. Renters Insurance $16/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

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

Required Fees

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

Amount to manage utility services billing. Charged per unit.

$5.78 / mo

Utility - Electric - Third Party

Usage-Based (Utilities).Amount for provision and consumption of electric paid to a third party. Charged per unit. Payable to 3rd Party

Varies / mo

Utility - Natural Gas - Third Party

Usage-Based (Utilities).Amount for provision and consumption of natural gas paid to a third party. Charged per unit. Payable to 3rd Party

Varies / mo

Utility - Water

Usage-Based (Utilities).Amount for provision and consumption of water Charged per unit.

Varies / mo

Utility - Sewer

Usage-Based (Utilities).Amount for provision of sewer servic es. Charged per unit.

Varies / mo

Pest Control Services

Amount for pest control services. Charged per unit.

Varies / mo

Trash Services - CA

Usage-Based (Utilities).Trash services provided only in Cali fornia. Charged per unit.

Varies / mo

Porter Service Rebill

Usage-Based (Utilities).Amount associated with billing back third-party porter services. Charged per unit.

Varies / mo

Renters Liability Insurance - Third Party

Amount for renters liability insurance obtained through resi dent's provider of choice. Charged per leaseholder. Payable to 3rd Party

Varies / mo

Application Fee

Amount to process application, initiate screening, and take a rental home off the market. Charged per applicant.

$35

Holding Deposit (Refundable)

Amount to hold rental home off the market at time of applica tion. Amount applied to security deposit and/or amounts owed upon application approval. Refundable per terms of application. Charged per unit.

$500

Security Deposit (Refundable)

Amount intended to be held through residency that may be app lied toward amounts owed at move-out. Refunds processed per application and lease terms. Charged per unit.

$500 - $500

Pets Fees

Pet Management - Third Party

Maximum of 2 Pets per Apartment. Breed Restrictions Apply - Select Homes Only

$20 - $25

Pet Deposit (Refundable)

Max of 1. Amount for pet living in rental home. May be asses sed per pet or per rental home, based on lease requirements. Refunds processed per lease terms. Charged per pet.

$500

Pet Rent

Max of 2. Monthly amount for authorized pet. Charged per pet

$50 / mo

Parking Fees

Parking Fee

Max of 1. Amount for electric vehicle space; reserved or pay -per-use station. May be subject to availability. Charged per vehicle. Payable to 3rd Party

Varies

Parking Fee

Max of 2. Amount for parking space/services. May be subject to availability. Charged per rentable item.

$100 / mo

Parking - Vehicle Registration

Max of 1. Amount for authorized vehicle registration. Charge d per vehicle. Payable to 3rd Party

$25 / yr

Optional Add-On Fees

Common Area/Clubhouse Rental

Amount to rent a shared common area space, including clubhou se. May be subject to availability. Charged per unit.

$250 / occurence

Situational Fees

Security Deposit - Additional (Refundable)

Additional amount, based on screening results, intended to b e held through residency that may be applied toward amounts owed at move-out. Refunds processed per application and lease terms. Charged per unit.

100% of base rent

Damage Waiver Program

Amount to participate in waiver program in lieu of obtaining liability insurance. Charged per unit.

$12 / mo

Returned Payment Fee (NSF)

Amount for returned payment. Charged per unit.

$25 - $35 / occurence

Access Device - Replacement

Amount to obtain a replacement access device for community; fobs, keys, remotes, access passes. Charged per device.

$25 - $50 / occurence

Access/Lock Change Fee

Amount to change or reprogram access to rental home. Charged per unit.

$25 / occurence

Late Fee

Amount for paying after rent due date; per terms of lease. Charged per unit.

$50 / occurence

Utility - Vacant Processing Fee

Amount for failing to transfer utilities into resident name. Charged per unit.

$50 / occurence

Common Area/Clubhouse Deposit (Refundable)

Amount to rent a shared community amenity space. Refund proc essed in accordance with amenity/clubhouse rental agreement. May be subject to availability. Charged per unit.

$500 / occurence

Early Lease Termination/Cancellation

Amount to terminate lease earlier than lease end date; exclu des rent and other charges. Charged per unit.

200% of base rent / occurence

Positive Credit Reporting Services

Amount to send positive payment history to credit reporting agency(ies); per person. Charged per leaseholder. Payable to 3rd Party

Varies / mo

Utility - Vacant Cost Recovery

Usage-Based (Utilities).Amount for utility usage not transfe rred to resident responsibility any time during occupancy. Charged per unit.

Varies / occurrence

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what RiverEdge Terrace* 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
$500 Deposit
$50 Monthly Pet Rent
2 Pet Limit

About RiverEdge Terrace* Apartments

Year Built: 2009
Stories: 2 stories
Units: 414
Phone: (619) 349-9246

From the property listing:

Your dream home awaits at RiverEdge Terrace Apartments. These spacious and amenity-packed luxury apartments in San Diego, located at 92154, ensure you wont just live youll thrive. Plus, youre bound to love our treasure trove of leisure areas, from the two swimming pools to the tennis and basketball courts. Being right off Palm Ave and Jacob Dekema Freeway, you'll also enjoy the benefits of an ideal location in Southern San Diego.Embrace a life of comfort inside our luxury apartments in San Diego, located in the serene Ocean View Hills.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does RiverEdge Terrace* Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for RiverEdge Terrace* 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 RiverEdge Terrace* Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $16/month ($195/year). For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at RiverEdge Terrace* Apartments?
Plan for $3,201 to $8,874/month all-in. That's base rent ($3,162 – $8,835), plus $23/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 RiverEdge Terrace* Apartments allow pets?
Yes, RiverEdge Terrace* Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats and Dogs Allowed. $500 Deposit. $50 Monthly Pet Rent. 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 RiverEdge Terrace* 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 RiverEdge Terrace* Apartments offer?
There are 6 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $3,162 – $8,835. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with RiverEdge Terrace* Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with RiverEdge Terrace* Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from RiverEdge Terrace* Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from RiverEdge Terrace* Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the RiverEdge Terrace* Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for RiverEdge Terrace* Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at RiverEdge Terrace* 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 RiverEdge Terrace* 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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