
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in Ft. Myers, FL from $800 (19 Rentals)


Lost Tree Apartments

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The Boardwalk

Residences at Maravilla

Paradise Palms Portfolio LLC

Palm Villas Apartments
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Heronwood Apartments

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West End at City Walk

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The Alary

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Montego Reserve

Edison Grand

Springs at Daniels Parkway
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Murano at Three Oaks

Springs At Six Mile Cypress

Hilton House

Country View Garden Homes

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The Cove at 47th
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Springs at Cape Coral
Ft. Myers, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ft. Myers?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ft. Myers Studio Apartments | $1,403 | $800 | $2,422 |
| Ft. Myers 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $795 | $3,704 |
| Ft. Myers 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,872 | $995 | $4,914 |
| Ft. Myers 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,413 | $860 | $10,000+ |
| Ft. Myers 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,351 | $745 | $4,800 |
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Ryn
February 25, 2025Fort Myers is an amazing place to visit, and an even more amazing place to live. The historic downtown district is bursting with old-school Florida charm, while other areas of the city have amazing nature preserves, shopping options and even a manatee park. Love the Southwest Florida vibe. Love the beaches even more!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ft. Myers Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ft. Myers?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ft. Myers is under $1,071.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ft. Myers?
The cheapest apartment in Ft. Myers is Country View Garden Homes which is listed at $859, while the average apartment in Ft. Myers costs $3,072.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ft. Myers?
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 5,166 regular apartments in Ft. Myers 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 Ft. Myers?
Cheap apartments in Ft. Myers have an average cost of $543 which is $2,529 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ft. Myers.
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