Armature Place Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 15, 2026

Thinking about renting at Armature Place Apartments in North Tampa? Rent here runs $935 – $1,407, 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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4131 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL 33617

North Tampa

Built 1985 3 stories 96 units
2.8/5 ·23 reviews Google
2 reviews Apt. Finder
$935 – $1,407 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Armature Place Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $952 – $1,424
Base Rent $935 – $1,407
Est. Renters Insurance $17/mo

Renters Insurance at Armature Place Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

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

Older Building

Built in 1985 — 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: 995/100K (37% below national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$17

Est. Monthly

$206

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 Armature Place Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$25,000 recommended

If you own less

$15,000

If you own more

$40,000

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 Armature Place Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $9/mo $112/yr
USAA $11/mo $126/yr
State Farm $14/mo $168/yr
Progressive $15/mo $182/yr
Safeco $15/mo $182/yr
Travelers $16/mo $196/yr
Allstate $18/mo $210/yr
Nationwide $18/mo $210/yr
Farmers $19/mo $224/yr
Liberty Mutual $21/mo $252/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 Tampa.

Tampa property crime rate

995

per 100K residents

37% below U.S. avg

U.S. avg is 1,578 per 100K

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
108 / 200
Larceny / theft
784 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
103 / 206

U.S. average

Below-average property crime typically translates to lower renters insurance premiums in this area, and security features on the building can push your rate even lower.

Source: FBI UCR Program, Tampa (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.

Fire Frequent topic
Maintenance Issues Mentioned

Flood Risk

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

Required Fees

Application Fee Per Applicant

$50

Pets Fees

One-Time Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

Free

Pet Deposit

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

Free

Monthly Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

Free

Pet Deposit

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$125

One-Time Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$150

Amenities

Community Features

Laundry Facilities Storage Space Walk-Up Pool

Floor Plan Amenities

Washer/Dryer Hookup Air Conditioning Heating Smoke Free Disposal Kitchen Oven Range Hardwood Floors Balcony

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Armature Place 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 Armature Place Apartments

Year Built: 1985
Stories: 3 stories
Units: 96
Phone: (813) 722-1498

From the property listing:

Come home to our lovely pet-friendly community with one and two bedroom apartments for rent in Tampa, FL!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Armature Place Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for Armature Place 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 Armature Place Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $17/month ($206/year). For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at Armature Place Apartments?
Plan for $952 to $1,424/month all-in. That's base rent ($935 – $1,407), plus roughly $17/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does Armature Place Apartments allow pets?
Pet policies at Armature Place Apartments are handled on a case-by-case basis — contact the leasing office for details.
How safe is the area around Armature Place Apartments?
Property crime in Tampa is well below the national average — 995 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 108/100K here.
What floor plans does Armature Place Apartments offer?
There are 3 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $935 – $1,407. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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