Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ft. Myers, FL from $400 (35 Rentals)

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Ft. Myers's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Ft. Myers and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Ryn Gargulinski

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Maple Crest Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Crest Apartments

3607 Crestwood Lake AveFt. Myers, FL 33901
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Hilton House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hilton House

3079 Cleveland AveFt. Myers, FL 33901
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Westchase
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westchase

3810 Metro PkyFt. Myers, FL 33916
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Villa Francisco
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Francisco

2140 Cottage StFt. Myers, FL 33901
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4805-4845 Manor Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

4805-4845 Manor Ct

4805-4845 Manor CtCape Coral, FL 33904
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Serendipity
2 Bedroom Apartments

Serendipity

8791 Littleton RdNorth Fort Myers, FL 33903
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Lorain Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Lorain Apartments

639-643 SE 13th AveCape Coral, FL 33990
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Ft. Myers, FL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Ft. Myers, FL

Pricing Updated: 04/12/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Ft. Myers, FL area range in price from $496 to $13,500 with an overall median price of $3,182. The three Ft. Myers neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Harbor Ridge at $1,200, Alabama at $1,250, and Cypress Lake Land at $1,249. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Ft. Myers Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Harbor Ridge$1,930$1,200113
Alabama$1,947$1,25017
Cypress Lake Land$1,972$1,24938
Indian Farm Garden Villas$1,985$1,249113
Lexington Country Club$1,985$1,249114
Sunshine$2,000$1,55040
Westminister$2,000$1,55023
Boardwalk Park Place$2,005$850201
Palm Lee Park$2,005$825196
Orangewood$2,016$825212

Cheapest Available Ft. Myers Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ft. Myers, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Lakeside at 2315 in the Breezewood neighborhood priced from $1,050. The Park at Murano in the Page Field Medical Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,166. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ft. Myers apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Lakeside at 2315Studio1BR,1BA$1,050
The Park at MuranoOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1,166
The Park at PositanoMilan1BR,1BA$1,167
The Park at Veneto1 Bed 1 Bath Large1BR,1BA$1,236
Lost Tree Apartments1B/1B-A1BR,1BA$1,249
Heronwood Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,249
Crossings at Cape CoralThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1,257
10x at the ForumThe Dune1BR,1BA$1,273
10X Iona LakesA21BR,1BA$1,274

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ft. Myers, FL

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ft. Myers area is the $1.35 price per square foot The Broadmoor Model at Greens Edge in the in the Metro Trade Center neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Ft. Myers apartment is the D1 Model at The Reef starting at $1,005 with a $0.72 price per square foot in the Summit Baptist Church neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ft. Myers apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Greens EdgeThe Broadmoor3BR,2.5BA$1.35
The ReefD14BR,4BA$0.72
Coastal Village Off-Campus Student HousingExecutive4BR,4BA$0.63
Buccaneer EstatesSilver Springs3BR,2BA$1.33
117 Meadow Rd, Unit 117117 Meadow Rd3BR,2BA$1.46
Island Vista EstatesKendall3BR,2BA$1.25
Crossings at Cape CoralThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.01
4641 SE 5th Plz, Unit 14641 SE 5th Plz2BR,1BA$1.36
401 South Rd, Unit B401 South Rd2BR,2BA$1.40
1807 Maple Dr, Unit A-11807 Maple Dr1BR,1BA$1.21

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Ft. Myers Overview

If you enjoy the sun and the surf, there's no place quite like Ft. Myers, Florida. From beaches to nightlife, this city has it all in one little package. It's a perfect location for those looking for a mid-sized city that incorporates all the excitement one finds in a metropolitan area as well as the laid back relaxing vibe of a beach community. Plan on enjoying warm breezes and the sunshine all year long. There's no cold season here. It's all palm trees, white sandy beaches, and pelicans as far as the eye can see.

Why live in Ft. Myers, FL?

Ft. Myers isn't your typical beach town. You'll find that it is less touristy than most beach communities but still has a nice beach vibe. Ft. Myers is also home to the spring-training camps of several major league baseball teams, and with the palm tree-lined streets, it's a wonderful city to take a walk in or enjoy a lunch outside in the sunshine. For singles or families, there is a little bit of something here for everyone.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ft. Myers, FL

Ranked #6

Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Ft. Myers, FL

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Ft. Myers, FL Area Reviews

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Ryn

February 25, 2025

Fort 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 $1,274.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ft. Myers?

The cheapest apartment in Ft. Myers is The Lakeside at 2315 which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Ft. Myers costs $3,182.

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 112 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 $620 which is $2,562 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ft. Myers.

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