BC Tampa Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 15, 2026

Thinking about renting at BC Tampa Apartments in South Tampa? Rent here runs $1,750 – $2,425, and renters insurance adds about $18/mo. Below we break down which carriers are cheapest for this building and what the lease actually requires.

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3215 W Swann Ave, Tampa, FL 33609

South Tampa

Managed by WRH Realty Services, LLC Built 1974 2 stories 30 units
4.4/5 ·12 reviews Google
1 review Apt. Finder
$1,750 – $2,425 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at BC Tampa Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $2,408 – $3,083
Base Rent $1,750 – $2,425
Required Monthly Fees $640
Est. Renters Insurance $18/mo

Renters Insurance at BC Tampa Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

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

Older Building

Built in 1974 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Gated Community

Gated access reduces theft risk — may qualify for security discount

Controlled Access

Electronic/key fob entry — reduces unauthorized entry risk

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 995/100K (37% below national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$18

Est. Monthly

$215

Est. Annual

$16

With Discounts/mo

$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 BC Tampa Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$30,000 recommended

If you own less

$20,000

If you own more

$50,000

Liability

Covers accidental harm & lawsuits

$100,000 recommended

Standard minimum for most lease requirements in Florida

How Carriers Compare for This Area

Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near BC Tampa Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $9/mo $107/yr
USAA $10/mo $120/yr
State Farm $13/mo $160/yr
Progressive $14/mo $174/yr
Safeco $14/mo $174/yr
Travelers $16/mo $187/yr
Allstate $17/mo $200/yr
Nationwide $17/mo $200/yr
Farmers $18/mo $214/yr
Liberty Mutual $20/mo $240/yr

Discounts You May Qualify For

Gated community
-5%
Controlled access
-3%
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. BC Tampa Apartments also has on-site security features (Controlled access, Gated) that insurers recognize with discounts.

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.

Maintenance Issues Mentioned

On-Site Security

Controlled access Gated

Flood Risk

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

Required Fees

Utility Bundle

Charged per unit.

$160 / mo

Application Fee Per Applicant

$75 Application Fee per applicant Charged per applicant.

$75

Administrative Fee

$150 Admin Fee for Security Deposit to Hold Unit. Charged per unit.

$175

Pets Fees

One-Time Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$350

Monthly Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$30 / mo

Pet Deposit

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

Free

One-Time Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$300

Parking Fees

Surface Lot

Parking Available

Amenities

Special Features

Commercial Laundry Room Resident Events Tropical Courtyard

Community Features

Laundry Facilities Recycling Online Services Planned Social Activities Public Transportation Walk-Up Cabana Courtyard Grill Picnic Area Zen Garden Bicycle Storage Walking/Biking Trails

Floor Plan Amenities

High Speed Internet Access Washer/Dryer Washer/Dryer Hookup Air Conditioning Heating Ceiling Fans Smoke Free Cable Ready Tub/Shower Framed Mirrors Dishwasher Disposal Ice Maker Granite Countertops Stainless Steel Appliances Pantry Island Kitchen Eat-in Kitchen Kitchen Microwave Oven Range Refrigerator Freezer Breakfast Nook Instant Hot Water Quartz Countertops Hardwood Floors Carpet Tile Floors Vinyl Flooring Dining Room Family Room Office Attic Crown Molding Walk-In Closets Linen Closet Furnished Window Coverings Large Bedrooms Balcony Porch Garden

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what BC Tampa 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 BC Tampa Apartments

Year Built: 1974
Stories: 2 stories
Units: 30
Management: WRH Realty Services, LLC
Phone: (727) 513-3648

From the property listing:

Welcome to BC Tampa Properties, the gateway to finding your perfect home in South Tampa. Any one of our boutique-style apartments and townhomes provides the perfect hideaway while living against the vivid backdrop of Florida’s Gulf Coast. If you’re looking for serene & tranquil, you’ll find our small communities tucked away among the historic bungalows and upscale neighborhoods of Palma Ceia, Hyde Park, and Bayshore.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does BC Tampa Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for BC Tampa 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 BC Tampa Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $18/month ($215/year). BC Tampa Apartments has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $16/month. For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at BC Tampa Apartments?
Plan for $2,408 to $3,083/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,750 – $2,425), plus $640/month in required fees (trash, utilities, etc.), plus roughly $18/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does BC Tampa Apartments allow pets?
Pet policies at BC Tampa Apartments are handled on a case-by-case basis — contact the leasing office for details.
How safe is the area around BC Tampa 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. On the property itself, you'll find controlled access, gated — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does BC Tampa Apartments offer?
There are 6 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,750 – $2,425. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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