
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Fort Wayne Neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN from $300 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southeast Fort Wayne area of Fort Wayne.


316 W Creighton Ave

2804 Abbott St

Adam & Bruce Senior Housing Apartments

Emerald Square Villas

209 W Dewald St
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Black Pine Flats

Foster Park Apartments

Hickory Mill Apartments

Meeting House At St. Peter

Fairfield Gardens

Renaissance Pointe
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River Pointe Townhomes

Whispering Creek Apartments

4028 Monroe St

Stephanie Villas

Parks Edge at McKinnie Commons

Villages of Hanna
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405 Pursley Dr

4939 Mt Vernon Park Dr

3006 Reed St

2725 Reed St

1320 E Woodbine Pl

4026 Winter St
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4010 Lillie St

1220 Fairview Ave

Anthony Wayne Villas and Flats
Southeast Fort Wayne, Fort Wayne, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Fort Wayne?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Fort Wayne Studio Apartments | $742 | $742 | $742 |
| Southeast Fort Wayne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $817 | $650 | $919 |
| Southeast Fort Wayne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,046 | $749 | $1,229 |
| Southeast Fort Wayne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,130 | $995 | $1,270 |
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Cheapest Available Southeast Fort Wayne Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Fort Wayne area of Fort Wayne, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at The Meridian (Waterloo Gardens) priced from $650. Adam & Bruce Senior Housing Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $742. Here are the most affordable Southeast Fort Wayne apartments for rent in Fort Wayne, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meridian (Waterloo Gardens) | Standard 1 BED | 1 BATH - SM Flat | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Adam & Bruce Senior Housing Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $742 |
| Black Pine Flats | 1 Bedroom Upgrd 504 | 1BR,1BA | $829 |
| Foster Park Apartments | 1 Bed Classic | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Fairview Court Apartments | 2x1.5 Townhome Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,029 |
| The Village at Wayne Trace Homes | 2 Bedroom | Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1,622 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Fort Wayne, IN
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Fort Wayne 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 $1,622. The second greatest value Southeast Fort Wayne apartment is the 2x1.5 Townhome Classic Model at Fairview Court Apartments starting at $1,029 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Southwest Fort Wayne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Fort Wayne apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village at Wayne Trace Homes | 2 Bedroom | Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Fairview Court Apartments | 2x1.5 Townhome Classic | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Foster Park Apartments | 1 Bed Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Black Pine Flats | 1 Bedroom Upgrd 504 | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Adam & Bruce Senior Housing Apartments | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $1.48 |
| The Meridian (Waterloo Gardens) | Standard 1 BED | 1 BATH - SM Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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Best Local Schools in Southeast Fort Wayne, Fort Wayne, IN
John S Irwin Elementary School
Jeff High Towles Intermediate School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Fort Wayne Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeast Fort Wayne?
The cheapest apartment in Southeast Fort Wayne is The Meridian (Waterloo Gardens) which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in Southeast Fort Wayne costs $1,125.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast 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 1 regular apartments in Southeast 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 Southeast Fort Wayne?
Cheap apartments in Southeast Fort Wayne have an average cost of $742 which is $383 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southeast Fort Wayne.
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.
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Bob Mallory
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