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The Grove Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for The Grove Apartments in Tampa? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$16/mo), the 4 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at The Grove Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

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

Older Building

Built in 1983 — 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

$16

Est. Monthly

$196

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 The Grove 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 The Grove 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

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. The Grove Apartments 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.

Maintenance Issues Frequent topic
11×
Pest Issues Mentioned

On-Site Security

Property manager on site

Natural Hazards & Your Renters Coverage

At The Grove Apartments, none of the three big natural hazards a renter might worry about — flooding, earthquakes, severe weather — show up as meaningful concerns. A standard renters policy without endorsements covers the actual claim risks here. The agency-by-agency detail is below if you want to see it.

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 (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.

The natural-hazard picture is favorable enough that a baseline renters policy is the right end-state for most renters here. No upgrade required.

13944 Sandy Hill Loop, Tampa, FL 33613

Tampa

Managed by TLR Group Built 1983 2 stories 200 units
3.8/5 ·159 reviews Google
4/5 ·9 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,150 – $1,600 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at The Grove Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,166 – $1,616
Base Rent $1,150 – $1,600
Est. Renters Insurance $16/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at The Grove 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.

$75

Administrative Fee

Charged per unit.

$125

Pets Fees

One-Time Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$250

Monthly Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$25 / mo

Monthly Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$15 / mo

Pet Policy

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

Cats Allowed
$15 Monthly Pet Rent
$250 Fee
50 lb Weight Limit
2 Pet Limit
$25 Monthly Pet Rent

About The Grove Apartments

Year Built: 1983
Stories: 2 stories
Units: 200
Management: TLR Group
Phone: (813) 328-7894

From the property listing:

Nestled in a scenic stretch of Northwest Tampa, Oak Grove Apartment Homes is situated within 16 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds and just minutes from Interstate 275, Downtown Tampa and the University of South Florida. Within walking distance, you can access the city bus line, grocery, and plenty of dining & entertainment venues. Our meticulously designed one and two bedroom apartments offer a convenient breakfast bar, private patio and plenty of storage. Beyond the comfort of your home, you'll discover a world catering to your every whim.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Grove Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for The Grove 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 The Grove Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $16/month ($196/year). For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at The Grove Apartments?
Plan for $1,166 to $1,616/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,150 – $1,600), plus roughly $16/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does The Grove Apartments allow pets?
Yes, The Grove Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats Allowed. $15 Monthly Pet Rent. $250 Fee. 50 lb Weight Limit. 2 Pet Limit. $25 Monthly Pet Rent. Standard renters insurance covers pet-related liability at no extra cost.
How safe is the area around The Grove 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 property manager on site — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does The Grove Apartments offer?
There are 3 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,150 – $1,600. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with The Grove Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with The Grove Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from The Grove Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from The Grove Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the The Grove Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for The Grove Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at The Grove 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 The Grove Apartments 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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