Florida renters insurance

Tenants in Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, or any other city in the Sunshine State can obtain reliable coverage for less than $1/day* through Progressive. Learn about requirements, coverages, discounts, and cost information for renters insurance in Florida.

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Florida renters insurance coverages

Check out the four standard coverages on nearly all Florida renters insurance policies:

  • Personal property protects your personal belongings, including furniture, clothing, and electronics, whether they're inside your apartment or elsewhere

  • Loss of use helps cover costs associated with an increase in living expenses up to your policy's limit if you're unable to stay in your home while it's being repaired or rebuilt due to a covered loss

  • Personal liability protects you financially if you're legally responsible for another person's injuries or damage to their property

  • Medical payments to others pay for medical expenses due to a covered occurrence

Additional coverages

The best renters insurance in Florida is always a policy with customized coverage. Here are some extra options for when you need more protection:

  • Add a rider: Certain valuable items, like jewelry, may have specific limits on your renters policy. If your item exceeds the limit, you may be able to purchase an endorsement called a rider for your policy to cover the item for its value.

  • Personal injury coverage: May pay for legal fees and damages if you're liable for slander or defamation.

  • Water backup coverage: Water that backs up through sewers or drains, or discharges from a sump pump may not be covered by a standard renters policy. Water backup coverage may pay for the damage to your belongings and water removal costs.

Learn more about all of our renters insurance coverages.

Is renters insurance required in Florida?

Renters insurance in Florida isn't required by law, but your landlord or rental company may require you to have a policy before you can move in. Even if it's not required, renters insurance may provide affordable protection for tenants renting apartments, homes, or condos throughout Florida.

Pro tip:

Need coverage for your belongings during a move from your old space into your new place? Find out how renters insurance may cover your personal items while in transit.

Is renters insurance worth it in Florida?

A renters insurance policy may provide crucial protection in various circumstances:

  • Some household items are stolen from your apartment complex's storage space. Personal property coverage may pay to replace them, up to your coverage limit.

  • A fire in your apartment building forces you to move out of your unit while repairs are made. Loss of use coverage may pay for your hotel stay, up to your coverage limit.

  • A visitor is injured at your residence. Medical payments coverage may pay their medical bills, up to your coverage limit.

What does renters insurance in Florida cost?

Progressive renters policies in Florida had an average monthly price of $20.98, or $251.81 for an annual policy, in 2023. ** Remember that your cost for renters insurance is determined by many components, including your location, type of residence, and claims history.

Coverage limits may also affect your renters insurance premium. Generally, the more personal property coverage you need, the more you pay for a renters policy. Use our personal property calculator to help you take a home inventory and estimate the value of your belongings.

How can I save on renter's insurance in Florida?

Progressive typically offers several renters insurance discounts to help lower the cost of your policy, such as living in a gated or secure community, quoting in advance, paying in full, or having multiple policies with Progressive.

Bundle your Florida renters with auto insurance and save!

You may be able to bundle your renters and auto policies to earn a discount. Learn more about bundling insurance at Progressive.

There may also be discounts that are only available in your state or county. You can call 1-866-749-7436 or talk to an agent in your area to help ensure you're getting all applicable discounts.

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