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Vista Palms Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for Vista Palms Apartments in Tampa? We break down what the lease requires, what coverage actually costs here (~$21/mo), the 4 discounts that may apply, and how the major carriers compare for your zip.

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Renters Insurance at Vista Palms Apartments

We found a few insurance details on the Vista Palms Apartments website. Your lease may have additional requirements — treat these as a starting point.

Lease Requirements

Interested party* Add property to policy
Listed carriers
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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 Vista Palms Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1968 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Open Access

No gated or controlled access — higher theft exposure

Dog-Friendly

Dogs allowed — consider higher liability coverage

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

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

What You'll Likely Pay

$21

Est. Monthly

$247

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 Vista Palms 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

Dog-friendly community — higher liability recommended for pet-related incidents

How Carriers Compare for This Area

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

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $10/mo $123/yr
USAA $12/mo $138/yr
State Farm $15/mo $184/yr
Progressive $17/mo $200/yr
Safeco $17/mo $200/yr
Travelers $18/mo $215/yr
Allstate $19/mo $230/yr
Nationwide $19/mo $230/yr
Farmers $20/mo $246/yr
Liberty Mutual $23/mo $276/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.

Maintenance Issues Common topic
Water Damage Mentioned

What residents talk about most

Management

Consistently positive in reviews

“Great staff especially the assistant manager Myeasha she's such a sweet heart.” — Google reviewer

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.

1701 E 131st Ave, Tampa, FL 33612

North Tampa

Built 1968 2 stories 130 units
4.6/5 ·76 reviews Google
4/5 ·9 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,169 – $1,554 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Vista Palms Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,495 – $1,880
Base Rent $1,169 – $1,554
Required Monthly Fees $305
Est. Renters Insurance $21/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at Vista Palms Apartments. Some are monthly, some are one-time — all of them affect your actual cost of living here.

Required Fees

Cable

Charged per unit.

$45 / mo

Bulk Cable/ Wifi

Charged per unit.

$45 / mo

Pest control Income

Charged per unit.

$5 / mo

Amenity usage fee

Charged per unit.

$5 / mo

Facility Fee

Charged per unit.

$5 / mo

Water Sewer

Charged per unit.

$65 / mo

Application Fees

Charged per applicant.

$85

Administrative Fee

Charged per unit.

$200

Administrative Fees

Charged per unit.

$250

Pets Fees

One-Time Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$400

Monthly Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$30 / mo

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Vista Palms Apartments allows — and keep in mind, if you have a dog, most insurance advisors recommend bumping your liability coverage to at least $300,000. Standard renters policies cover pet-related incidents, but the default $100,000 limit may not be enough if something happens.

Cats and Dogs Allowed
$30 Monthly Pet Rent
$300 Fee
2 Pet Limit

About Vista Palms Apartments

Year Built: 1968
Stories: 2 stories
Units: 130
Phone: (786) 751-4116

From the property listing:

Discover Vista Palms, offering stylish one- and two-bedroom apartments in North Tampa, just minutes from the University of South Florida (USF). Our modern Tampa apartments feature spacious floor plans designed for comfort and convenience. Enjoy resort-style amenities including a sparkling swimming pool, a contemporary clubhouse, and inviting outdoor spaces perfect for relaxation and recreation. Inside your home, you'll find elegant hardwood floors, fully equipped kitchens with granite countertops, and open layouts that make everyday living effortless.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Vista Palms Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on the Vista Palms Apartments 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 Vista Palms Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $21/month ($247/year). For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at Vista Palms Apartments?
Plan for $1,495 to $1,880/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,169 – $1,554), plus $305/month in required fees (trash, utilities, etc.), plus roughly $21/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does Vista Palms Apartments allow pets?
Yes, Vista Palms Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats and Dogs Allowed. $30 Monthly Pet Rent. $300 Fee. 2 Pet Limit. If you have a pet, keep in mind that most renters insurance policies cover pet liability — but you may want to increase your liability limit, especially for larger breeds.
How safe is the area around Vista Palms 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 Vista Palms Apartments offer?
There are 12 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,169 – $1,554. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with Vista Palms Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with Vista Palms Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from Vista Palms Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from Vista Palms Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the Vista Palms Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for Vista Palms Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at Vista Palms 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 Vista Palms 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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