New Jersey Renters Insurance

Choose NJM for renters insurance and pay an average of $14 a month.

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Save with Discounts

You deserve some extras for joining the NJM family. Check out some of our available discounts:

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Auto + Renters Bundle Discount

If you already have an NJM Auto policy, adding renters insurance is easy and helps you save.

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Safe Home Discount

A smoke alarm does more than just offer another layer of protection for your home. We'll give you a discount for taking additional steps to protect your family.

65 Plus
Age 65 and Over Discount

You've collected a lot of memorabilia. Even if you're looking to downsize, you'll still need to protect those memories. Save on your renters policy with NJM.

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Nonsmoker Discount

Whether you've never smoked or you've recently quit, we'll reward you with a discount.

Dividends

New Jersey policyholders are eligible to receive dividends. Returning dividends to our policyholders is one example of our commitment to being the best we can be and providing reliable, cost-effective, and safety-focused insurance.

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Who Needs Renters Insurance?

Renters insurance is not required by law in New Jersey, but your landlord’s insurance won’t cover your stuff. That means you need coverage for your belongings and injuries suffered by guests in your unit. An NJM Renters Insurance policy insures your personal property and personal liability.

Average payout of a renters insurance claim: $6,563§

Burst Pipe
Sudden discharge from a burst pipe
$3,204§
Broken Lock
Burglary or theft
$3,799§
Diamond Ring
Lost property*
$4,718§

What Can Renters Insurance Cover?

A renters insurance policy can cover your personal property, personal liability, and medical payments to others. NJM will work with you to create a custom policy.

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Experience a fire?

No problem. We've got your back if you need to repair or replace your personal belongings.

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Friend injured while visiting your apartment?

We'll pay the medical bills up to your coverage limits.

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Need a place to stay?

If damage from a covered loss requires you to vacate your apartment, we'll cover living expenses beyond your normal costs until you can return or find a new place.

Damaged Property
Accidentally damage a neighbor's property?

We'll pay for covered damage that you're responsible for, up to your coverage limits.

Customize Your Policy

You may need additional coverage to fit your needs. Endorsements allow you to add coverage for valuable items like jewelry and family heirlooms, as well as coverage for credit card fraud or identity theft. Personalize your coverage for your unique needs.

Scheduled Personal Property

Provides broader protection for specific articles of jewelry, fur, and/or silverware.

Credit Card, Fund Transfer Card, Forgery, and Counterfeit Money Coverage

Increases your maximum NJM Renters policy coverage if you experience a loss due to fraudulent use of your credit card, a forged check, or counterfeit money.

Identity Fraud Expense Coverage

Covers expenses incurred as a result of identity fraud.

Personal Property Increased Special Limits of Liability

Increases coverage on certain categories of personal property that are subject to special limits, such as money, securities, jewelry, watches, furs, firearms, silverware, electronics, and computer equipment.

You can request certain customizations in Manage Your Policy. Learn more or log in.
Learn more about your customization options by calling us at 1-800-232-6600.

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Have Questions? We Have Answers!

Insurance is sometimes complicated, but no worries. Here are answers to some questions we commonly receive:

What does renters insurance cover?
Renters insurance can help you replace stolen or damaged personal property – whether it’s in your home or with you when you travel. It also provides liability coverage for damage you may cause. Learn More
Do you need renters insurance?
Renters insurance is a good idea if you rent a house, apartment, or condo for many reasons. Learn More
Does renters insurance cover theft?
Renters insurance covers theft of your personal property anywhere in the world. Like all insurance coverages, though, there are some limits and exceptions. Learn More
Does renters insurance cover water damage?
A renters insurance policy won't cover water that originates from outside the apartment. It might, however, cover water originating from inside the building, as long as the damage was sudden and accidental. Learn More
How does renters insurance apply to storage units?
A renters insurance policy will protect your personal property regardless of whether it's in your home or in a storage unit. Please note that property kept in a storage unit is only covered up to 10% of your chosen limit for personal property. Learn More
Does a college student need renters insurance?
College students who live in a dorm do not need renters insurance. However, if a student lives off campus, renters insurance may be a good idea. Learn More
Does renters insurance cover moving?
Renters insurance covers your property as long as it's in your care, custody, and control. Once you hand it over to a moving company, you might not be covered. Learn More
Does renters insurance cover bed bugs?
Renters insurance policies usually do not cover the extermination and cleanup of bed bugs — or other insects or vermin that might take up residence in your home. Learn More

§ Claim payout amounts based on the average payment issued on a countrywide basis for NJM renters’ insurance policy claims submitted in 2023.

* Coverage only applies to lost or misplaced items if they are named under the Scheduled Personal Property endorsement.

† Monthly premium is based on the average premium for in-force NJM Renters policies on a countrywide basis as of 05/31/2024. Actual premium may vary depending on location and other factors.

║ With respect to dividend advertisements, NJM shares positive financial results with its policyholders in the form of dividends. For this reason, the payment of a dividend is not guaranteed. Dividends are not paid on all policy forms or in every state in which NJM operates.

‡ This discount does not apply on Basic Personal Auto policies.

The information contained on this page should not be construed as legal, financial or insurance advice. The coverage afforded for a particular loss depends on the specific facts and the terms, exclusions, and limits of the actual policy. Nothing on this site alters the terms or conditions of any policy; the policy controls coverage. Coverage options, limits, discounts, deductibles, and other features are subject to underwriting criteria, state availability, and effective dates. Coverage provided and underwritten by NJM Insurance Company and its subsidiaries, 301 Sullivan Way, W. Trenton, NJ 08628.