
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Fort Wayne Neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN from $400 (87 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southwest Fort Wayne area of Fort Wayne.


429 Perry Ave

Waynedale Village Apartments

633 Runnion Ave

Jackson Manor Apartments

Willow Creek Crossing

412 Nussbaum Ave

Three Rivers Apartments

2411 Fox Ave

938 Lincoln Ave
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1341 Fay Dr

824 Huestis Ave

Colony Bay Apartments,LLC

2919 S Harrison St

Sheridan Court Apartments

The Riv on the Greenway!

907 Lincoln Ave

3113 S Harrison St

1512 Taylor St

1823 Griswold Dr
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The Cottages at Bridgewater (Senior 55+)

Poplar Ridge Apartments

810 Huestis Ave

Hickory Creek Apartments

Coventry Court Townhomes

The Marlowe

1829 Broadway

1915 Ellen Ave

Autumn Creek Apartment Homes

Coventry Court West Apartments
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901 Cottage Ave

924 Dayton Ave, Unit 2

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The Elex

436 E Taber St

Fairview Court Apartments

Hunt Club

St Joseph Apartments

Flats at Walnut Ridge

Willows of Coventry

Foster Park Apartments
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116 E Pontiac St

Hamilton Pointe Apartments

439 E Wayne St

Regency House Apartments

Randall Lofts

Garrison Flats

Chase Manor Apartments

530 W Berry St

1829 Hale Ave

7409 Bradbury Ave
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Southwest Fort Wayne, Fort Wayne, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Fort Wayne?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Fort Wayne Studio Apartments | $1,081 | $699 | $1,740 |
| Southwest Fort Wayne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $650 | $2,355 |
| Southwest Fort Wayne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,803 | $690 | $2,802 |
| Southwest Fort Wayne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $1,175 | $4,963 |
| Southwest Fort Wayne 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,780 | $1,699 | $1,849 |
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There are currently 87 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Southwest Fort Wayne Neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Fort Wayne Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Fort Wayne area of Fort Wayne, IN is a Studio unit found at Fulton Manor - 922 Fulton (Flats) priced from $695. Waynedale Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Southwest Fort Wayne apartments for rent in Fort Wayne, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fulton Manor - 922 Fulton (Flats) | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Waynedale Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Jackson Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| Willow Creek Crossing | The Pullman | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Colony Bay Apartments,LLC | 1 BR 1 BA Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Riv on the Greenway! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| The Cottages at Bridgewater (Senior 55+) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Three Rivers Apartments | s01b Rodeo Drive | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Coventry Court Townhomes | CCT 2 BR/1 BA Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $949 |
| Autumn Creek Apartment Homes | 2B1.5B-STD | 2BR,1BA | $959 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Fort Wayne, IN
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Fort Wayne area is the $1.07 price per square foot Townhome Model at Anam Villas in the in the Southwest Fort Wayne neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Southwest Fort Wayne apartment is the 701 runnion ave Model at 701 runnion ave, Unit 703 Runnion starting at $1,250 with a $0.78 price per square foot in the Southwest Fort Wayne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Fort Wayne apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anam Villas | Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
| 701 runnion ave, Unit 703 Runnion | 701 runnion ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.78 |
| Coventry Court Townhomes | CLA 3BR/2.5BA Townhome W/Patio | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.90 |
| 1632 N Wells St, Unit Upper | 1632 N Wells St | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Time Corners Crossing | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Foster Park Apartments | 2 Bed Classic | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| Fairview Court Apartments | 2x1.5 Down Classic | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Autumn Creek Apartment Homes | 2B2B-HYB | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Colony Bay Apartments,LLC | 1 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Willow Creek Crossing | The Pullman | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Fort Wayne, Fort Wayne, IN
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Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Southwest Fort Wayne, Fort Wayne, IN
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Fort Wayne, IN. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Fort Wayne Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Fort Wayne?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Fort Wayne is under $959.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Fort Wayne?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Fort Wayne is Waynedale Village Apartments which is listed at $759, while the average apartment in Southwest Fort Wayne costs $11,260.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest 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 32 regular apartments in Southwest 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 Southwest Fort Wayne?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Fort Wayne have an average cost of $244 which is $11,016 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Fort Wayne.
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