
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN from $600 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hillcrest area of Fort Wayne.


The Meridian (Waterloo Gardens)

Bridgedale Terrace Apartments

Waynedale Village Apartments

Adam & Bruce Senior Housing Apartments
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1312 Park Ave, Unit #1, Unit #1

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Hillcrest, Fort Wayne, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $710 | $659 | $742 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $893 | $620 | $1,150 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,100 | $650 | $1,605 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,713 | $946 | $4,306 |
| Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,793 | $1,765 | $1,822 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN.
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Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Fort Wayne, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Capri Apartments priced from $620. The Meridian (Waterloo Gardens) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Fort Wayne, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Capri Apartments | Prato | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
| The Meridian (Waterloo Gardens) | Standard 1 BED | 1 BATH - SM Flat | 2BR,1BA | $650 |
| Adam & Bruce Senior Housing Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $742 |
| Waynedale Village Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $759 |
| Black Pine Flats | 1 bedroom classic 504 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, IN
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest apartment is the 1312 Park Ave Model at 1312 Park Ave, Unit #1 starting at $995 with a $0.80 price per square foot in the Southwest Fort Wayne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coventry Court Townhomes | CLA 3BR/2.5BA Townhome W/Patio | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.90 |
| 1312 Park Ave, Unit #1 | 1312 Park Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Foster Park Apartments | 2 Bed Classic | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| Fairview Court Apartments | 2x1.5 Down Classic | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Coral Club Apartments | 2X1.5 Up Reno W/ W/D | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
| Villa Capri Apartments | Prato | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Willow Creek Crossing | The Pullman | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Waynedale Village Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Black Pine Flats | 1 Bed Reno W/O W/D | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Adam & Bruce Senior Housing Apartments | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $1.48 |
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Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?
The cheapest apartment in Hillcrest is Villa Capri Apartments which is listed at $620, while the average apartment in Hillcrest costs $8,785.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillcrest?
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 10 regular apartments in Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest?
Cheap apartments in Hillcrest have an average cost of $307 which is $8,478 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillcrest.
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