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

Last updated Apr 15, 2026

Thinking about renting at The Ivy Apartments in North Tampa? Rent here runs $569 – $1,399, and renters insurance adds about $16/mo. Below we break down which carriers are cheapest for this building and what the lease actually requires.

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3424 Jefferson Commons Dr, Tampa, FL 33613

North Tampa

Built 2000 3 stories 1002 units
3.6/5 ·1363 reviews Google
5/5 ·31 reviews Apt. Finder
$569 – $1,399 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at The Ivy Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $585 – $1,415
Base Rent $569 – $1,399
Est. Renters Insurance $16/mo

Renters Insurance at The Ivy Apartments

We found a few insurance details on The Ivy Apartments's website. Your lease may have additional requirements — treat these as a starting point.

Lease Requirements

Interested party* Add property to policy
Listed carriers
Kin
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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.

In The Ivy Apartments's own words:

"IS RENTER’S INSURANCE REQUIRED? DO YOU PROVIDE RENTER’S INSURANCE?"

What Affects Your Premium Here

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

Gated Community

Gated access reduces theft risk — may qualify for security discount

Controlled Access

Electronic/key fob entry — reduces unauthorized entry risk

Water/Leak Issues

3 mentions in Google reviews

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

$15

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 The Ivy Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$15,000 recommended

If you own less

$10,000

If you own more

$25,000

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 Ivy 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

Gated community
-5%
Controlled access
-3%
Alarm-ready unit
-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. The Ivy Apartments also has on-site security features (Controlled access, Gated, Gated access, On site maintenance) 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
14×
Water Damage Common topic
Pest Issues Mentioned
Fire Mentioned
Theft Mentioned
Safety Concerns Mentioned
Management Issues Mentioned

On-Site Security

Controlled access Gated Gated access On site maintenance

Flood Risk

Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for The Ivy 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 The Ivy 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.

$50

Administrative Fee

Charged per unit.

$200

Pets Fees

One-Time Pet Fee

Max of 1. Charged per pet.

$300 - $300

Monthly Pet Fee

Max of 1. Charged per pet.

$30 / mo

Amenities

Special Features

Electronic Front Door Locks No Contact Tours Available Outdoor Theater Pavilion Pet Friendly with Dog Park Walk-Ins Welcome Business Center with Tech Bar Featuring iMacs and Free Printing Complimentary Tanning Bed Large Patios Movie Theater Room w/Surround Sound Pet-Friendly Roommate Matching Available Water, Sewer, Trash, Gas and Electric Conservation Cap Included 24-hour Emergency Maintenance Fully Furnished Parking Included Sand Volleyball and Tennis Courts Walk-In Closets in Select Apartments Breakfast Bar Extended Basic Cable TV Included Individual Room Leasing Organized Resident Events Private Bedrooms and Bathrooms Available Signature JIM Fitness Center with the Newest in Cardio and Weight Training Equipment The Ivy Swim Club Featuring a Resort-Style Pool with Plush Lounge Cabanas with TVs and Gaming System Washer and Dryer in Every Unit Boutique Clubhouse Close to USF Shuttle Stop High-Speed Internet and Wi-Fi Included Intuitive Online Leasing System After Hours Courtesy Patrol Officer Free Tanning Beds Gated Community Hassle-free Resident Liability Program Outdoor BBQ Grills Professional On-Site Staff Professionally Cleaned Common Areas with Touchless Sanitization Stations Signature JOE Coffee Bar with Starbucks Cafe Machine Clean Walk-Run Path Outlining the Property Student Housing Student-Focused Activities UPGRADED Units Available with NEW Flooring and NEW Countertops Utilities Included Clubhouse with Private Study Rooms Intrusion Alarm Oak Bar Lounge with a Full-Sized Kitchen Pool and Cabanas Private Study Rooms and Conference Rooms Resort-Style Pool and Jacuzzi Virtual Resident Experiences Weekly Pest Control

Community Features

Community-Wide WiFi Furnished Units Available Online Services Pet Play Area Public Transportation Business Center Clubhouse Lounge Conference Rooms Tanning Salon Walk-Up Cabana Courtyard Grill Picnic Area Fitness Center Pool Bicycle Storage Tennis Court Volleyball Court Walking/Biking Trails Individual Locking Bedrooms Private Bathroom Roommate Matching Shuttle To Campus Study Lounge Walk To Campus

Floor Plan Amenities

High Speed Internet Access Air Conditioning Heating Ceiling Fans Smoke Free Security System Handrails Surround Sound Dishwasher Disposal Pantry Kitchen Microwave Oven Range Refrigerator Hardwood Floors Carpet Vaulted Ceiling Furnished Window Coverings

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what The Ivy 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
$30 Monthly Pet Rent
$300 Fee
1 Pet Limit
25 lb Weight Limit

About The Ivy Apartments

Year Built: 2000
Stories: 3 stories
Units: 1002
Phone: (786) 751-4355

From the property listing:

At The Ivy, our residents will enjoy the convenience, comfort, and security of home. Our trained staff is here to serve the many needs of our residents. We feature homes that offer unique and graceful living in the city of Tampa, FL. Our modern community features a clubhouse, tanning beds, 24 hour fitness gym, resort-style pool, outdoor theater pavilion, oak bar lounge, and tanning cabanas with tvs and video game systems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Ivy Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on The Ivy Apartments's 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 The Ivy Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $16/month ($196/year). The Ivy Apartments has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $15/month. For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at The Ivy Apartments?
Plan for $585 to $1,415/month all-in. That's base rent ($569 – $1,399), 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 Ivy Apartments allow pets?
Yes, The Ivy Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats Allowed. $30 Monthly Pet Rent. $300 Fee. 1 Pet Limit. 25 lb Weight Limit. Standard renters insurance covers pet-related liability at no extra cost.
How safe is the area around The Ivy 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, gated access, on site maintenance — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does The Ivy Apartments offer?
There are 5 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom, 4-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $569 – $1,399. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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