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Fort Wayne, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fort Wayne, IN

Pricing Updated: 07/15/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Fort Wayne, IN area range in price from $514 to $4,863 with an overall median price of $1,692. The three Fort Wayne neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Crown Colony at $514, Southwick Village at $514, and Casselwood Terrace at $514. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fort Wayne Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Crown Colony$994$51433
Southwick Village$994$51433
Casselwood Terrace$1,002$51436
Continential Park$1,030$51445
Anthony Wayne$1,199$54950
Harvester Community$1,199$57529
South Calhoun Place$1,199$54966
Southeast Fort Wayne$1,199$54940
Blackhawk$1,295$60063
Cambridge Oaks$1,295$61059

Cheapest Available Fort Wayne Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fort Wayne, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Capri Apartments in the Continential Park neighborhood priced from $514. Emerald Square Apartments & Villas in the Southeast Fort Wayne neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $549. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fort Wayne apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa Capri ApartmentsPrato1BR,1BA$514
Emerald Square Apartments & VillasStudio Hickory MillStudio,1BA$549
Shoaff Park VillasStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$645
Waynedale Village ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$659
Poplar Ridge ApartmentsFlat ApartmentStudio,1BA$669
The Meridian (Waterloo Gardens)Premium 1 BED | 1 BATH1BR,1BA$680
Fulton Manor0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$695
Garrison Flats1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
River Pointe TownhomesCozy Corner! Your Perfect 1 Bedroom Apartment!!...1BR,1BA$699
The Summit at Ridgewood Apartment and TownhomesOne Bedroom- 629 sqft1BR,1BA$730

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Wayne, IN

As of July 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fort Wayne area is the $0.74 price per square foot 3TH Model at Brandy Chase Apartment Homes in the in the Northwest Fort Wayne neighborhood starting from $1,429. The second greatest value Fort Wayne apartment is the CLA 3BR/2.5BA TH W/Patio Model at Coventry Court Townhomes starting at $1,399 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Southwest Fort Wayne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Wayne apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brandy Chase Apartment Homes3TH3BR,1.5BA$0.74
Coventry Court TownhomesCLA 3BR/2.5BA TH W/Patio3BR,2.5BA$0.90
Evard Place - Solar Powered2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.07
Port O'Call ApartmentsManor3BR,2.5BA$0.98
1118 Columbia Ave, Unit #2 (upstairs apartment), Unit Apartment 21118 Columbia Ave, Unit #2 (upstairs apartment)2BR,1BA$1.00
Fairview CourtTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.95
Autumn Creek Apartment Homes2B2B-HYB2BR,2BA$1.14
Wood Creek ApartmentsThe Cottonwood2BR,1BA$1.07
St Joe Place2x22BR,2BA$0.80
Villa Capri ApartmentsPrato1BR,1BA$0.71

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fort Wayne

What type of rentals are currently available in Fort Wayne?

There are currently 351 Apartments for Rent in Fort Wayne, IN with pricing that ranges from $514 to $4,863. There are also 173 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fort Wayne ranging from $550 to $2,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fort Wayne?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fort Wayne ranges from $550 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,518.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fort Wayne?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fort Wayne range from $806 to $4,863, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $890 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,199 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $600.

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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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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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