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Bella Mar Apartment Homes: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for Bella Mar Apartment Homes in Tampa? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$18/mo), the 4 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at Bella Mar Apartment Homes

We found a few insurance details on the Bella Mar Apartment Homes website. Your lease may have additional requirements — treat these as a starting point.

Lease Requirements

Interested party* Add property to policy
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* An "interested party" is the property management company listed on your insurance policy. It doesn't give them any claim rights — it just means they get notified if your policy lapses, which is how the leasing office verifies you stay insured.

One thing to watch for: when you purchase your policy, most carriers have a field where you add the property as an interested party — skip that step and your proof may get rejected. It takes 30 seconds during checkout. Start a quote to see which carriers handle this automatically.

What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to Bella Mar Apartment Homes can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1974 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Open Access

No gated or controlled access — higher theft exposure

Water/Leak Issues

9 mentions in Google reviews

Pest Issues

6 mentions in Google reviews

Identity Theft Concerns

1 mention in reviews (mail tampering, fraud, personal info)

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

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 Bella Mar Apartment Homes 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 Bella Mar Apartment Homes:

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

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. Bella Mar Apartment Homes also has on-site security features (Property manager on site) 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.

Water Damage Frequent topic
Maintenance Issues Frequent topic
Pest Issues Common topic
Slip/Fall Hazards Mentioned
Safety Concerns Mentioned
Identity Theft / Mail Fraud Mentioned

What residents talk about most

Management

A recurring concern in reviews

“The front office staff is rude.” — Google reviewer

On-Site Security

Property manager on site

Natural Hazards & Your Renters Coverage

For a renter, the natural-hazard story at this address is the easy version: flood risk is low, earthquake shaking is rare, and severe weather in Hillsborough County doesn't drive an unusual claim profile. A baseline renters policy is sufficient — none of the optional flood or earthquake endorsements pay back at this kind of address. The data is below for completeness.

Flood damage

This address is in one of FEMA's lower flood-risk classifications. Standard renters policies don't cover flood damage anywhere, but in low-risk zones the cost of a separate NFIP policy generally isn't justified by the expected loss. The detail is below mostly for completeness.

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

Earthquakes happen rarely enough at this location that an earthquake-specific endorsement isn't a meaningful insurance decision. A baseline renters policy still covers the claims you'd actually file. The USGS-level detail is included below mostly for thoroughness.

Low seismic hazard · ground motion 0.03g

Skipping the endorsement is a defensible choice at this hazard level. Theft, fire, lightning, and most water damage stay covered under your standard renters policy regardless.

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

Severe-weather activity in Hillsborough County is at the low end. Standard renters insurance already covers wind and hail damage to your stuff, so the data below is more context than coverage gap.

High-wind events ~2.8/yr
Hail events ~1.4/yr
Tornado events ~0.6/yr
Flood events ~1.0/yr

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, annual averages from the past five years for Hillsborough County. Counts reflect reported events, not damage amounts.

Renters at this address generally don't need optional natural-hazard add-ons. The base policy already covers the realistic claim scenarios.

12406 N 15th St, Tampa, FL 33612

North Tampa

Built 1974 2 stories 264 units
3.1/5 ·226 reviews Google
4/5 ·15 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,039 – $1,455 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Bella Mar Apartment Homes

The listed rent isn't the whole number. Here's what Bella Mar Apartment Homes actually costs each month once you add required fees and insurance.

Total Monthly Cost $1,057 – $1,473
Base Rent $1,039 – $1,455
Est. Renters Insurance $18/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at Bella Mar Apartment Homes. 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.

$75

Administrative Fee

Charged per unit.

$150

Pets Fees

Dog Fee

Charged per pet.

$300

Dog Rent

Charged per pet.

$25 / mo

Cat Fee

Charged per pet.

$300

Cat Rent

Charged per pet.

$25 / mo

Pet Policy

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

Cats Allowed
$25 Monthly Pet Rent
$300 Fee
2 Pet Limit
40 lb Weight Limit

About Bella Mar Apartment Homes

Year Built: 1974
Stories: 2 stories
Units: 264
Phone: (786) 589-8092

From the property listing:

Welcome to Bella Mar Apartments, a serene residential community in the heart of Tampa, FL. Our recently renovated apartment homes offer modern living spaces designed for your comfort and style. Choose from our thoughtfully designed 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom floor plans, each featuring spacious walk-in closets and premium vinyl flooring throughout. Residents enjoy a host of amenities, including a sparkling swimming pool perfect for Florida's sunny days and outdoor grilling stations. Our pet-friendly community welcomes your four-legged family members to join our vibrant neighborhood.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Bella Mar Apartment Homes require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on the Bella Mar Apartment Homes website — these likely reflect lease requirements, but confirm with the leasing office. 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 Bella Mar Apartment Homes?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $18/month ($215/year). For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at Bella Mar Apartment Homes?
Plan for $1,057 to $1,473/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,039 – $1,455), 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 Bella Mar Apartment Homes allow pets?
Yes, Bella Mar Apartment Homes is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats Allowed. $25 Monthly Pet Rent. $300 Fee. 2 Pet Limit. 40 lb Weight Limit. Standard renters insurance covers pet-related liability at no extra cost.
How safe is the area around Bella Mar Apartment Homes?
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 property manager on site — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Bella Mar Apartment Homes offer?
There are 4 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,039 – $1,455. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with Bella Mar Apartment Homes?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with Bella Mar Apartment Homes or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from Bella Mar Apartment Homes. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from Bella Mar Apartment Homes directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the Bella Mar Apartment Homes leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for Bella Mar Apartment Homes renters?
SafeButler helps renters at Bella Mar Apartment Homes 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 Bella Mar Apartment Homes in Tampa, FL, 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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