6985 Waite Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941
La Mesa
Monthly Cost Breakdown at Tierra Del Rey Apartments
The listed rent isn't the whole number. Here's what Tierra Del Rey Apartments actually costs each month once you add required fees and insurance.
Renters Insurance at Tierra Del Rey Apartments
What Affects Your Premium Here
Every building is different. These factors specific to Tierra Del Rey Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:
Older Building
Built in 1976 — 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: 1367/100K (13% below national average)
What You'll Likely Pay
$19
Est. Monthly
$224
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 Tierra Del Rey Apartments based on the rent level and building features.
Personal Property
What your stuff is worth
If you own less
$25,000
If you own more
$60,000
Liability
Covers accidental harm & lawsuits
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 Tierra Del Rey 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
Next Step
See if you can beat $19/mo
4 discounts may apply here. Real quotes show your actual price — estimates can't.
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 La Mesa.
La Mesa property crime rate
per 100K residents
U.S. avg is 1,578 per 100K
Breakdown per 100K residents
U.S. average
Near-average property crime means insurance premiums in La Mesa track closely with national baselines.
Source: FBI UCR Program, La Mesa (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.
Flood Risk
Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for Tierra Del Rey 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 Tierra Del Rey 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.
Amenities
Special Features
Community Features
Floor Plan Amenities
About Tierra Del Rey Apartments
From the property listing:
Modern La Mesa Living – Updated 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments at Tierra Del Rey Discover Tierra Del Rey Apartments in La Mesa, where updated one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartment homes combine modern finishes with everyday convenience. Inside your home, enjoy stylish quartz countertops, sleek appliances, and hard-surface flooring. Dual-pane windows and in-wall A/C keep you comfortable year-round, while open layouts create the perfect setting for working from home, hosting friends, or simply relaxing. Step outside your door and enjoy community perks designed to elevate daily living.
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