San Diego, CA

Villa Hermosa Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for Villa Hermosa Apartments in San Diego? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$20/mo), the 4 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at Villa Hermosa Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

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

Older Building

Built in 1988 — 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

$20

Est. Monthly

$246

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 Villa Hermosa Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$40,000 recommended

If you own less

$25,000

If you own more

$60,000

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 Villa Hermosa Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $11/mo $134/yr
USAA $13/mo $150/yr
State Farm $17/mo $201/yr
Progressive $18/mo $217/yr
Safeco $18/mo $217/yr
Travelers $20/mo $234/yr
Allstate $21/mo $251/yr
Nationwide $21/mo $251/yr
Farmers $22/mo $267/yr
Liberty Mutual $25/mo $301/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)

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

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 (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 0.77g

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.

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.

314 Willie James Jones Ave, San Diego, CA 92102

Lincoln Park

Built 1988 3 stories 31 units
2.8/5 ·13 reviews Google
Apt. Finder
$2,150 – $2,199 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Villa Hermosa Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $2,170 – $2,219
Base Rent $2,150 – $2,199
Est. Renters Insurance $20/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at Villa Hermosa 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.

$36

Pet Policy

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

Pet policies are negotiable.

About Villa Hermosa Apartments

Year Built: 1988
Stories: 3 stories
Units: 31
Phone: (619) 514-3558

From the property listing:

Well maintained community in convenient location! Just off the 805, 94, and 15 freeways makes downtown and the rest of San Diego easy to reach. A 12 minute walk/3 minute drive to grocery stores, coffee shops, and an abundance of restaurant. Plus, ARCO is only a 6 minute walk away!

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Villa Hermosa Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for Villa Hermosa 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 Villa Hermosa Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $20/month ($246/year). For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at Villa Hermosa Apartments?
Plan for $2,170 to $2,219/month all-in. That's base rent ($2,150 – $2,199), plus roughly $20/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does Villa Hermosa Apartments allow pets?
Pet policies at Villa Hermosa Apartments are handled on a case-by-case basis — contact the leasing office for details.
How safe is the area around Villa Hermosa 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 Villa Hermosa Apartments offer?
There are 2 floor plans to choose from, spanning 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $2,150 – $2,199. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with Villa Hermosa Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with Villa Hermosa Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from Villa Hermosa Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from Villa Hermosa Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the Villa Hermosa Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for Villa Hermosa Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at Villa Hermosa 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 Villa Hermosa 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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