Cheap Homes for Rent in Michigan Avenue Neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN from $600 (37 Rentals)

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Michigan Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Michigan Avenue Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Michigan Avenue area of Fort Wayne, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at River Pointe Townhomes priced from $725. Jackson Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $765. Here are the most affordable Michigan Avenue apartments for rent in Fort Wayne, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Pointe TownhomesSpacious 1 Bedroom Flat1BR,1BA$725
Jackson Manor ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$765
The Riv on the Greenway!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$845
Three Rivers Apartmentss01b Rodeo DriveStudio,1BA$899
Autumn Creek Apartment Homes2B1.5B-STD2BR,1BA$959
The ElexThe Pen-El1BR,1BA$1,002
St Joseph Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,055
CityScape FlatsHamilton - StudioStudio,1BA$1,235
Skyline Tower0/1Studio,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Michigan Avenue, IN

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Michigan Avenue area is the $0.78 price per square foot 701 runnion ave Model at 701 runnion ave, Unit 703 Runnion in the in the Southwest Fort Wayne neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Michigan Avenue apartment is the 1632 N Wells St Model at 1632 N Wells St, Unit Upper starting at $1,750 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Southwest Fort Wayne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Michigan Avenue apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
701 runnion ave, Unit 703 Runnion701 runnion ave3BR,1.5BA$0.78
1632 N Wells St, Unit Upper1632 N Wells St2BR,2BA$1.35
Superior LoftsSuperior2BR,2BA$1.61
Autumn Creek Apartment Homes2B2B-HYB2BR,2BA$1.10
The HarrisonThe Anderson2BR,2BA$1.51
CityScape FlatsHamilton - StudioStudio ,1BA$1.84
The Riv on the Greenway!2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.55
River Pointe TownhomesSpacious 1 Bedroom Flat1BR,1BA$1.22
Three Rivers Apartmentss01b Rodeo DriveStudio ,1BA$1.68
Jackson Manor ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.60

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Michigan Avenue

What type of rentals are currently available in Michigan Avenue?

There are currently 120 Apartments for Rent in Michigan Avenue, IN with pricing that ranges from $690 to $11,280. There are also 66 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Michigan Avenue ranging from $600 to $2,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Michigan Avenue?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Michigan Avenue ranges from $600 to $2,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,227.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Michigan Avenue?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Michigan Avenue range from $999 to $5,572, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $995 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,065 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,249.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.