
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gulf Harbor Neighborhood of Ft. Myers, FL from $800 (189 Rentals)
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Channelside

The Lakes At College Pointe

12471 McGregor Blvd

Palms of Monterrey

Bay Harbor

Cascades at Clear Lake Apartments

Inspiration at South Pointe

6300 South Pointe Blvd

7015 Cedarhurst Dr, Unit Myerlee Square
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Bay Breeze Villas

Sanibel Straits

San Carlos Apartments

16251 Dublin Cir, Unit Sanibel Way

12505 McGregor Blvd, Unit 113B

9025 Colby Dr, Unit 2111

8396 S Haven Ln

8271 Village Edge Cir

13670 Dowitcher Dr

8270 Pathfinder Loop, Unit 832
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Sun Retreats Fort Myers Beach

14713 Kimberly Ln

14713 Kimberly Ln, Unit 2

14713 Kimberly Ln, Unit 1

13430 Pine Needle Ln

11470 Char Ann Dr

15605 Ocean Walk Circle

815 Courtington Ln

11431 Char Ann Dr
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16902 Carmen Ave

16881 Davis Rd

Siesta Bay RV Resort

16920 Carmen Ave

13403 Pine Needle Ln

13405 Pine Needle Ln

16922 Carmen Ave

11430 Kimble Dr

9301 Central Park Dr

10022 Oxfordshire Ln SW
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11400 Ocean Walk Dr

9005 Colby Dr

16805 Davis Rd

6124 Principia Dr

9635 Eaton Gardens Ln

6753a Lake McGregor Cir

9261 Central Park Dr

16120 Dublin Cir

13502 Siesta Pines Ct

13540 Stratford Pl Cir
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Gulf Harbor, Ft. Myers, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gulf Harbor?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulf Harbor Studio Apartments | $1,597 | $1,150 | $1,901 |
| Gulf Harbor 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,726 | $1,214 | $3,376 |
| Gulf Harbor 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,068 | $1,050 | $4,230 |
| Gulf Harbor 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,129 | $1,560 | $4,550 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 189 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Gulf Harbor Neighborhood of Ft. Myers, FL.
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Cheapest Available Gulf Harbor Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gulf Harbor area of Ft. Myers, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at 10X Iona Lakes priced from $1,214. Channelside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,216. Here are the most affordable Gulf Harbor apartments for rent in Ft. Myers, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10X Iona Lakes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,214 |
| Channelside | Monterey | 1BR,1BA | $1,216 |
| The Cove at 47th | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,254 |
| The Lakes At College Pointe | Amherst | 1BR,1BA | $1,288 |
| Palms of Monterrey | Sterling | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Cascades at Clear Lake Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| Bay Breeze Villas | Arie Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Bay Harbor | St. Lucia | 2BR,2BA | $1,545 |
| Inspiration at South Pointe | Haven | 1BR,1BA | $1,549 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gulf Harbor, FL
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gulf Harbor area is the $1.66 price per square foot 2 x 1.5 Cypress Model at Cypress West Apartments in the in the Canterbury School neighborhood starting from $1,825. The second greatest value Gulf Harbor apartment is the 4641 SE 5th Plz Model at 4641 SE 5th Plz, Unit 1 starting at $1,100 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Caloosahatchee neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gulf Harbor apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress West Apartments | 2 x 1.5 Cypress | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
| 4641 SE 5th Plz, Unit 1 | 4641 SE 5th Plz | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Palms of Monterrey | Sterling | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Bay Breeze Villas | Arie Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Cascades at Clear Lake Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Bay Harbor | St. Croix | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| The Lakes At College Pointe | Amherst | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 10X Iona Lakes | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Channelside | Newport | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Inspiration at South Pointe | Haven | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gulf Harbor Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Gulf Harbor?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Gulf Harbor is under $1,549.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gulf Harbor?
The cheapest apartment in Gulf Harbor is 10X Iona Lakes which is listed at $1,164, while the average apartment in Gulf Harbor costs $1,935.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gulf Harbor?
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 18 regular apartments in Gulf Harbor 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 Gulf Harbor?
Cheap apartments in Gulf Harbor have an average cost of $275 which is $1,660 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gulf Harbor.
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