Cheap Homes for Rent in Diplomat Neighborhood of Cape Coral, FL from $800 (88 Rentals)

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property at 8086 Heck Dr

$900 - $950

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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8086 Heck Dr

North Fort MyersFL33917

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property at 3260 Stockton St

$1,304 - $1,708

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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3260 Stockton St

Ft. MyersFL33903

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property at 240 State St

$1,400

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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240 State St

North Fort MyersFL33903
property at 240 State St

$1,400

2 Bedroom Rentals

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240 State St

North Fort MyersFL33903

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property at 3490 N Key Dr

$1,495 - $3,800

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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3490 N Key Dr

North Fort MyersFL33903

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Diplomat, Cape Coral, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Diplomat Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Diplomat area of Ft. Myers, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Windrush Apartments priced from $999. Hermosa North Fort Myers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,071. Here are the most affordable Diplomat apartments for rent in Ft. Myers, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Windrush Apartments1x1 Special1BR,1BA$999
Hermosa North Fort Myers1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,071
Country View Garden HomesLotus - 0AStudio,1BA$1,099
The Cottages @ Stillwater1x1 Standard- Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,175
Crossings at Cape CoralTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,224
The Apartments at the Isles of Porto VistaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,250
Springs at Cape CoralStudio Grand OverlookStudio,1BA$1,277
Uptown At Liberty ParkA11BR,1BA$1,277
The AlaryS1Studio,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Diplomat, FL

As of December 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Diplomat area is the $1.31 price per square foot Three Bedroom Junior Model at The Apartments at the Isles of Porto Vista in the in the Diplomat neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Diplomat apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Crossings at Cape Coral starting at $1,224 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Hancock neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Diplomat apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Apartments at the Isles of Porto VistaThree Bedroom Junior3BR,2BA$1.31
Crossings at Cape CoralTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.11
521 NE 24th Pl2BR 2BA2BR,2BA$1.28
2841 N 2nd St, Unit 28412841 N 2nd St2BR,1BA$1.40
The Winslow ResidencesA21BR,1BA$2.18
Uptown At Liberty ParkA11BR,1BA$1.75
The AlaryS1Studio ,1BA$2.03
Hermosa North Fort Myers1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.74
Windrush Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.17
Country View Garden HomesLotus - 0AStudio ,1BA$2.11

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Diplomat, Cape Coral, FL

Ranked #11

Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Diplomat

What type of rentals are currently available in Diplomat?

There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in Diplomat, FL with pricing that ranges from $999 to $2,945. There are also 393 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Diplomat ranging from $895 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Diplomat?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Diplomat ranges from $895 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,850.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Diplomat?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Diplomat range from $1,395 to $2,945, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,299 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,645 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,200.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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