1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Fort Wayne, IN (218 Rentals)

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Fort Wayne 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 03, 2025

There are currently 5067 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Fort Wayne, IN that range in price from $610 to $4,045. Outer Northside, South Fort Wayne and Southwest are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Fort Wayne with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Outer Northside139$1,088$610
South Fort Wayne104$954$610
Southwest71$1,097$610
Southwest Fort Wayne71$1,097$610
Bloomingdale62$1,074$625
Park Place Condos62$1,030$665
Brookview Civic61$1,007$665
North Triangle61$1,016$665
Spy Run61$1,100$665
Hamilton59$1,099$625

Largest Available Fort Wayne 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Fort Wayne, IN is found at Arcadia Apartments in the Wallen Chase neighborhood and is 1,212 square feet priced from $1,850. The Pearl in the Southwest Fort Wayne neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,192 square feet and currently listed start at $2,317. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Fort Wayne:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Arcadia ApartmentsDorian 21,212 Sq Ft$1,850
The Pearl1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms - Office1,192 Sq Ft$2,317
RIVERFRONT AT PROMENADE PARKCreek LG1,038 Sq Ft$2,215
CANTERBURY GREENHawthorne980 Sq Ft$1,122
Three Rivers Apartmentsr11c Vanderbilt918 Sq Ft$1,099
OAK CROSSINGThe Bur914 Sq Ft$1,258
Windsor OaksThe Cedar912 Sq Ft$1,150
CentlivreVesey 5 CR880 Sq Ft$1,478

Cheapest Available Fort Wayne 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 03, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Fort Wayne, IN is the Prato Model starting from $620 at Villa Capri Apartments in the Continential Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Fort Wayne 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at The Huntington starting at $665 in the Northwest Fort Wayne neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Fort Wayne is currently $1,121. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Fort Wayne:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Villa Capri ApartmentsPrato$620
The Huntington1 Bed, 1 bath$665
Emerald Square Apartments & Villas1 Bedroom A$669
River Pointe TownhomesCozy Corner! Your Perfect 1 Bedroom Apartment!!...$699
Black Pine Flats1BR/1BA Classic$749
The Meridian (Waterloo Gardens)Premium 1 BED | 1 BATH$755
Waynedale Village ApartmentsOne Bed$759
Jackson Manor ApartmentsOne Bedroom$765
Hickory Creek1 Bedroom Flat$779
Willow Creek CrossingThe Pullman$785

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Fort Wayne Overview

As the second largest city in Indiana, Fort Wayne is widely known for its Hoosier hospitality and high quality of living. Recognized as an All-American City and a Most Livable City, the low cost of living is a definite draw. Fort Wayne apartments options abound in diversity. Choose from apartments in historic buildings and landmarks to recently restored homes, or choose from a variety of chic and modern living options or traditional apartment living. The area is known for spacious rentals with an array of amenities for prices well below what you would expect. Whether you are searching for a pet-friendly community with a dog park or a community rich with activity and resort-style amenities, Ft. Wayne offers the best in apartment living to fit any lifestyle or stage of life.

Why live in Fort Wayne, IN?

Ft. Wayne is a great place to live for many reasons, including below average cost of living when it comes to housing, groceries and transportation. Top employers include Lincoln Financial, General Motors, Parkview Health System, and Lutheran Health Network. Residents enjoy one of the lowest state income tax rates in the country.

Fort Wayne, IN
Population: 267,633

Ranked #77

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fort Wayne, IN

Ranked #4

Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Fort Wayne, IN

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Fort Wayne Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Fort Wayne with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Fort Wayne is at Villa Capri Apartments listed at $620.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Fort Wayne Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Fort Wayne is $1,121.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Fort Wayne Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Fort Wayne is a 1,212 square feet unit starting from $1,850 at Arcadia Apartments.

What is the average size for Fort Wayne 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Fort Wayne is currently 1,126 sq ft.

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