
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fort Wayne, IN from $300 (148 Rentals)
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Emerald Square Apartments & Villas

1711 W Main St

Lake Forest Apartments

Bridgedale Terrace Apartments

Villa Capri Apartments

Emerald Pointe (55+ Senior Community)

938 Lincoln Ave

2217 S Harrison St

2610 Broadway
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Shoaff Park Villas

3209 S Harrison St

2601 Broadway

Waynedale Village Apartments

The Huntington

Woodhaven Oaks

2239 New Haven Ave

2014 Cortland Ave

1006 Runnion Ave

Poplar Ridge Apartments
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612 Walnut St

River Pointe Townhomes

Coldwater Crossing Apartments

Fountain Lake Apartment Homes

1432 Oakland St

1115 High St

The Summit at Ridgewood Apartment and Townhomes

Adam & Bruce Senior Housing Apartments

820 Walnut St

Black Pine Flats
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1240 W Washington Blvd

1240 W Washington Blvd

608 Anderson Ave

1240 W Washington Blvd

The Meridian (Waterloo Gardens)

Willow Creek Crossing

Jackson Manor Apartments

538 Irene Ave

Hickory Creek
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828 Huestis Ave

2803 Abbott St

Three Rivers Apartments

Stratford Place Apartments

Bluffton Park Apartments

1209 Scott Ave

1111 Maple Ave

South Bridge Apartments

Wallen Hills Apartments

CANTERBURY GREEN
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Fort Wayne, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fort Wayne?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Fort Wayne Studio Apartments | $926 | $500 | $1,830 |
Cheap Fort Wayne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,122 | $610 | $4,045 |
Cheap Fort Wayne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,316 | $640 | $3,271 |
Cheap Fort Wayne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,735 | $845 | $4,863 |
Cheap Fort Wayne 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,558 | $600 | $2,374 |
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Fort Wayne, IN Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fort Wayne, IN
Pricing Updated: 10/23/2025Current apartment rentals in the Fort Wayne, IN area range in price from $500 to $4,863 with an overall median price of $1,686. The three Fort Wayne neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Calhoun Place at $500, Fairmont at $500, and Harrison Hill at $625. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fort Wayne Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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South Calhoun Place | $1,224 | $500 | 79 |
Fairmont | $1,300 | $500 | 63 |
Harrison Hill | $1,300 | $625 | 63 |
Foster Park | $1,319 | $500 | 82 |
Illsley Place | $1,338 | $500 | 107 |
West Rudisill | $1,338 | $500 | 66 |
Westwood Fairway | $1,338 | $675 | 86 |
Oakdale | $1,358 | $500 | 90 |
Georgetown Place | $1,360 | $610 | 29 |
Bellshire | $1,382 | $610 | 42 |
Cheapest Available Fort Wayne Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fort Wayne, IN is a Studio unit found at Emerald Square Apartments & Villas in the Southeast Fort Wayne neighborhood priced from $569. Villa Capri Apartments in the Continential Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $620. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fort Wayne apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Emerald Square Apartments & Villas | Studio Hickory Mill | Studio,1BA | $569 |
Villa Capri Apartments | Prato | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
Shoaff Park Villas | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $645 |
Waynedale Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $659 |
The Huntington | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
Poplar Ridge Apartments | Flat Apartment | Studio,1BA | $679 |
River Pointe Townhomes | Cozy Corner! Your Perfect 1 Bedroom Apartment!!... | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
Fountain Lake Apartment Homes | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $705 |
Adam & Bruce Senior Housing Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $742 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Wayne, IN
As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fort Wayne area is the $0.90 price per square foot CLA 3BR/2.5BA Townhome W/Patio Model at Coventry Court Townhomes in the in the Southwest Fort Wayne neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Fort Wayne apartment is the 7819 Model at 7819 Stellhorn Rd starting at $1,450 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Northeast Fort Wayne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Wayne apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Coventry Court Townhomes | CLA 3BR/2.5BA Townhome W/Patio | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.90 |
7819 Stellhorn Rd | 7819 | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
Woodhaven Oaks | Maumee | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
1312 Park Ave, Unit #2 | 1312 Park Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.77 |
The Summit at Ridgewood Apartment and Townhomes | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome 1,005 sqft | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
Fairview Court Apartments | 2 BR/1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
Port O'Call Apartments | Villa | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
St Joe Place | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
Villa Capri Apartments | Prato | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
623 W Washington Blvd, Unit Downtown Studio 500 | 623 W Washington Blvd | Studio ,1BA | $1.00 |
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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, INPopulation: 267,633
Ranked #77
in US Census Population by City
Pet Friendly LifestyleFort Wayne, IN
Ranked #4
Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet 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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Wayne Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fort Wayne?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fort Wayne is under $742.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fort Wayne?
The cheapest apartment in Fort Wayne is Villa Capri Apartments which is listed at $620, while the average apartment in Fort Wayne costs $1,686.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fort Wayne?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 697 regular apartments in Fort Wayne that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Fort Wayne?
Cheap apartments in Fort Wayne have an average cost of $405 which is $1,281 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fort Wayne.
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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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