Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Community Neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN from $400 (88 Rentals)

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property at 1823 Griswold Dr

1823 Griswold Dr

Fort WayneIN46805
property at 101 Three Rivers N

101 Three Rivers N

Fort WayneIN46802

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Newburyport
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Newburyport

1701 Reed RdFort Wayne, IN 46815
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439 E Wayne St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

439 E Wayne St

439 E Wayne StFort Wayne, IN 46802
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Meeting House At St. Peter
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Meeting House At St. Peter

611 E Dewald StFort Wayne, IN 46803
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Randall Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Randall Lofts

616 S Harrison StFort Wayne, IN 46802
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Chase Manor Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chase Manor Apartments

641-649 Tennessee AveFort Wayne, IN 46805
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Renaissance Pointe
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Renaissance Pointe

2430-2440 Bowser AveFort Wayne, IN 46803
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Baldwin Creek
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Baldwin Creek

2020 Hobson RdFort Wayne, IN 46805
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Villages of Hanna
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villages of Hanna

2201 Reed StFort Wayne, IN 46803
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property at 1030 Lake Ave

1030 Lake Ave

Fort WayneIN46805

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East Side Community, Fort Wayne, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Side Community Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side Community area of Fort Wayne, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at River Pointe Townhomes priced from $699. Three Rivers Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable East Side Community apartments for rent in Fort Wayne, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Pointe TownhomesCozy Corner! Your Perfect 1 Bedroom Apartment!!...1BR,1BA$699
Three Rivers Apartmentss01a - Saint IveStudio,1BA$799
The Riv on the Greenway!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$845
Black Bear Creek ApartmentsThe Atlas1BR,1BA$885
Graystone LandingCentre 1 bed/1bath1BR,1BA$900
Superior LoftsCharles1BR,1BA$1,300
The HarrisonThe Anderson2BR,2BA$1,500
The Village at Wayne Trace Homes2 Bedroom | Renovated2BR,2BA$1,625
Skyline Tower2/22BR,2BA$1,655
Riverfront at Promenade ParkB2 Glacier 1071sf 2/22BR,2BA$2,157

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side Community, IN

As of December 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side Community area is the $1.22 price per square foot 2 Bedroom | Renovated Model at The Village at Wayne Trace Homes in the in the Southeast Fort Wayne neighborhood starting from $1,625. The second greatest value East Side Community apartment is the B2 Glacier 1071sf 2/2 Model at Riverfront at Promenade Park starting at $2,157 with a $2.01 price per square foot in the Southwest Fort Wayne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side Community apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Village at Wayne Trace Homes2 Bedroom | Renovated2BR,2BA$1.22
Riverfront at Promenade ParkB2 Glacier 1071sf 2/22BR,2BA$2.01
The HarrisonThe Anderson2BR,2BA$1.51
Skyline Tower2/22BR,2BA$1.79
Superior LoftsCharles1BR,1BA$1.69
Black Bear Creek ApartmentsThe Atlas1BR,1BA$1.24
River Pointe TownhomesCozy Corner! Your Perfect 1 Bedroom Apartment!!...1BR,1BA$1.18
Graystone LandingWest End 1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$1.73
The Riv on the Greenway!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.55
Three Rivers Apartmentsr01a Saint IvesStudio ,1BA$1.97

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Side Community, Fort Wayne, IN

Ranked #83

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
East Side Community, Fort Wayne, IN

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Getting Around the East Side Community Neighborhood in Fort Wayne, IN

Walk Score®

29 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

33 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 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 East Side Community Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in East Side Community?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Side Community is under $2,157.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Side Community?

The cheapest apartment in East Side Community is River Pointe Townhomes which is listed at $699, while the average apartment in East Side Community costs $2,299.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Side Community?

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 5 regular apartments in East Side Community 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 East Side Community?

Cheap apartments in East Side Community have an average cost of $192 which is $2,107 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Side Community.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.