Virginia Beach, VA

South Lake Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated May 10, 2026

Looking for the best renters insurance for South Lake Apartments in Virginia Beach? 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 South Lake Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

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

Older Building

Built in 1979 — 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: 1487/100K (6% below national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$16

Est. Monthly

$193

Est. Annual

$14

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 South Lake 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

$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 South Lake Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $8/mo $96/yr
USAA $9/mo $108/yr
State Farm $12/mo $144/yr
Progressive $13/mo $156/yr
Safeco $13/mo $156/yr
Travelers $14/mo $168/yr
Allstate $15/mo $180/yr
Nationwide $15/mo $180/yr
Farmers $16/mo $192/yr
Liberty Mutual $18/mo $216/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 Virginia Beach.

Virginia Beach property crime rate

1,487

per 100K residents

6% below U.S. avg

U.S. avg is 1,578 per 100K

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
62 / 200
Larceny / theft
1,324 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
100 / 206

U.S. average

Near-average property crime means insurance premiums in Virginia Beach track closely with national baselines. South Lake Apartments also has on-site security features (Package service, On site maintenance) that insurers recognize with discounts.

Source: FBI UCR Program, Virginia Beach (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
Slip/Fall Hazards Mentioned

What residents talk about most

Maintenance

Consistently positive in reviews

“They are very responsive and the maintenance team thus far is very timely.” — Google reviewer

On-Site Security

Package service On site maintenance

Natural Hazards & Your Renters Coverage

At South Lake 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 (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 0.04g

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 Virginia Beach (city) 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 ~5.6/yr
Hail events ~2.0/yr
Tornado events ~0.2/yr
Flood events ~7.8/yr

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, annual averages from the past five years for Virginia Beach (city). 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.

3923 Lake Front Cir, Virginia Beach, VA 23452

Virginia Beach

Managed by Clark Whitehill Enterprises Built 1979 2 stories 152 units
4.3/5 ·34 reviews Google
4/5 ·4 reviews Apt. Finder
$1,515 – $1,835 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at South Lake Apartments

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

Total Monthly Cost $1,531 – $1,851
Base Rent $1,515 – $1,835
Est. Renters Insurance $16/mo

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at South Lake 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.

$30

Parking Fees

Surface Lot

Guest parking available

Other

We offer reserved resident parking and ample guest parking. Please call us regarding our Parking Policy.

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what South Lake 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
$400 Fee
2 Pet Limit
35 lb Weight Limit

About South Lake Apartments

Year Built: 1979
Stories: 2 stories
Units: 152
Management: Clark Whitehill Enterprises
Phone: (757) 821-6186

From the property listing:

Set in the natural surroundings of an established Virginia Beach neighborhood, South Lake Apartments is an inviting retreat from your hectic day. Comfortable 1 and 2 bedroom apartment homes will provide you with generous living areas, private 5X8 storage units, and convenient reserved parking. Picturesque lakeside locations available. Your community amenities include a choice of 2 lakeside pools, a sophisticated clubhouse, 24-hour fitness facilities with separate weight training and cardio rooms, and a half-mile scenic path around the private 11-acre lake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does South Lake Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for South Lake 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 South Lake Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $16/month ($193/year). For context, the statewide average is $14/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at South Lake Apartments?
Plan for $1,531 to $1,851/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,515 – $1,835), 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 South Lake Apartments allow pets?
Yes, South Lake Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats Allowed. $400 – $400 Fee. 2 Pet Limit. 35 lb Weight Limit. Standard renters insurance covers pet-related liability at no extra cost.
How safe is the area around South Lake Apartments?
Property crime in Virginia Beach sits near the national average — 1,487 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 62/100K here. On the property itself, you'll find package service, on site maintenance — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does South Lake Apartments offer?
There are 2 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,515 – $1,835. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.
Is SafeButler affiliated with South Lake Apartments?
No. SafeButler is not affiliated with South Lake Apartments or its leasing office, property management, or owner — this page is not the official renters insurance page from South Lake Apartments. SafeButler is an independent renters insurance comparison platform; the information shown here is compiled from public sources and renter quote data, not from South Lake Apartments directly. For lease, payment, or maintenance questions, contact the South Lake Apartments leasing office.
What is SafeButler and how does it work for South Lake Apartments renters?
SafeButler helps renters at South Lake 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 South Lake Apartments in Virginia Beach, VA, 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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